Rogers Corporation’s High Performance Foams Division introduces the next generation in dynamic flooring materials for railway and mass transit applications with its new L3 Première vibration isolation material. L3 Première silicone foam was developed specifically to meet the most stringent global rail specifications for flammability, smoke and toxicity (FST) including the NF F 16-101 where…
Quiet Bikes Require NVH Testing
When world-class motorcycle manufacturer Husqvarna (now part of the BMW Group) faced a noise, vibration, and harshness (NVH) problem, they approached LMS to help them analyze the sound performance of its motorcycles. Husqvarna had two bikes they wished to test. Both were struggling to meet new noise regulations. The racing bike needed to pass the…
Bell-Shaped Rubber Mountings from AAC
A new series of bell-shaped rubber mountings from Advanced Antivibration Components – AAC are designed to dampen shock and vibration for loads up to 887 kgf (1956 lbf). Identified as the V12Z55M062M… Series, they are made from a combination of natural rubber and styrene-butadiene rubber compound to offer excellent pliability and elasticity. Of the 12…
National Instruments Announces Sound and Vibration Measurement Suite 2011
National Instruments (Nasdaq: NATI) announce the latest version of its NI Sound and Vibration Measurement Suite software, which provides a comprehensive collection of analysis and signal processing tools for noise, vibration and harshness (NVH) testing, machine condition monitoring (MCM) and audio test applications. Engineers can use the suite as stand-alone software or combine it with…
Stainless Steel Industrial Shock Absorbers from ACE Controls
ACE Controls is pleased to introduce its new line of V4A high-quality stainless steel industrial shock absorbers for long life applications. These durable models are ideal for the food processing and packaging industries as well as medical, marine, electronic, chemical and more. Models offered are self-compensating in design with metric treaded outer bodies. Thread sizes…
J.W. Winco Offers Conical Vibration Isolation Mounts
J.W. Winco, Inc. announced it now offers series GN 353 Vibration/Shock Absorption Mounts in metric sizes. Also known as shock absorbing mounts, vibration mounts, anti-vibration mounts, vibration bobbins or rubber bumpers, these RoHS compliant components are frequently used as end-stop bumpers, e.g., for conveyor trolleys. Vibration absorption mounts absorb most of the accumulated kinetic energy…
Shock and Vibration Resistant Cables for Fiber-optic Sensors
Omega introduces its new E32 series of shock and vibration resistant cables for fiber-optic sensors. This CE compliant product can withstand higher temperatures (350 degrees Celsius/660 degrees Fahrenheit) and since the fiber optic cables only transfer light, they are unaffected by electrical noise. The E32 comes in through-beam or reflective sensing style to adapt to…
Racing Relies on Bump Stop Ratings
If you hear a clanging sound coming from your car’s suspension, it’s not a good thing. Or, if you bottomed your springs and hear a metallic grinding noise, it probably means you are at risk of bending or breaking some part of your suspension. Your bump stops will need to be replaced. They serve as…
Reid Expands Vibration Control Line of Products
Vibrations cause significant damage to both workers and machines over a long period of time. Vibrating machinery increases the noise level on a jobsite, which in turn increases the likelihood of hearing loss. Industrial equipment and their support structures take a similar pounding over time. Plus, trying to maintain proper work holding or even walking…
Benefits of Using Silicone Gel Antivibration Mounts to Isolate Varied Applications
New Hyde Park, NY — A video from Advanced Antivibration Components – AAC shows the superior isolation effectiveness achieved with their soft silicone gel based products for isolating equipment, instrumentation or components. At the updated AAC updated online eStore you can download 3-D CAD models, request a quote, check stock and view catalog and technical…
High Capacity Kinechek Speed Regulator
Santa Ana, CA – In response to customer requests, a heavy duty version of the Slimline Kinechek ,the “High Capacity” Model Kinechek is being offered for applications in excess of 1200 lbs. force. The leak proof Kinechek High Capacity Speed Regulator can handle the toughest jobs, enabling loads of up to 2400 lbs. force to…
Vibration Isolators for Medical Applications
New Hyde Park, NY — Advanced Antivibration Components – AAC offers functional vibration isolators for the Medical Industry including silicone gel pads, sheets, silicone gel as well as wire rope isolators for larger applications. Applications include medical equipment such as flow cytometers, blood analyzers, life science cameras, sensitive electronic scales, handheld devices, carts, motors and…
Precision Wedge Mounts From AAC
New Hyde Park NY — A new series of 4 precision wedge mounts from Advanced Antivibration Components – AAC are designed for precision leveling for heavy loads. Two mounts are designed for cleanroomuse and two for general industrial applications. Two gentle inclines on the wedge produce a large lifting force with small input of torque.…
Universal Adaptor Enables More Drill Options
Rangers Die Casting Co., based in Southern California, produces high quality “no porosity” aluminum die cast parts, including automotive fan clutches, carburetion parts for alternative fuel over the road, and also farm and irrigation equipment. All of which require drilling and tapping thousands of holes. More than 30 Dumore drill units handle secondary operations. The…
Vibration: A look into machine dynamics
By Dr. Boaz Eidelberg, Parker Daedal, Engineered Positioning Solutions Engineers use 3D to analyze vibration dynamics within a laser scribe machine. The 3D dynamic analysis tool used for this examination may help you select parameters you can use to improve machine operation. Vibration isolation is commonly used to reduce the shock and vibration transmitted to…
Damped Type Spring Mounts From AAC
New Hyde Park NY — A new Series of damped type spring mounts from Advanced Antivibration Components – AAC are designed for use in corrosive environments with loads from 150 to 750 pounds (68 to 340 kgf). These mounts are featured at the AAC eStore where you can order online, request a quote, download CAD…
Triaxial Isotron® Accelerometer from Meggitt Sensing Systems
San Juan Capistrano, CA – Meggitt Sensing Systems has launched the Endevco® model 35A, the world’s smallest ISOTRON® (IEPE-type) triaxial accelerometer with integral electronics, designed for high-precision vibration measurements in three orthogonal axes on very small objects. Offering a low impedance output, shear mode construction and weighing just 1.1 grams without cable, the adhesive mounted…
Minnesota Rubber Floating Pistons
Minneapolis, MN – Motor vehicle designers requiring custom molded high performance plastic (HPP) components such as floating pistons for shock absorbers benefit from Minnesota Rubber and Plastics (MR&P) capabilities. Molded of HPP resin material, these 1-3/4 inch diameter floating pistons feature a special Quad Ring® seal that fits securely inside the shock absorber bore. The…
Elliptic Leaf Spring Antivibration Mounts
A new Series of 17 elliptic leaf spring antivibration mounts from Advanced Antivibration Components – AAC are impervious to corrosion and will operate efficiently under a wide range of temperature, making the units well-suited for ship board or mobike applications. Their basic design employs two or more high range of tensile stainless steel “U” formed…
Piezoelectric Accelerometer Combines Sensor and Amplifier
The Endevco® model 7257AT is a compact, hermetically sealed piezoelectric accelerometer with integral electronics for vibration measurements on flight test vehicles, particularly ones that incorporate telemetry as their chosen data acquisition system. The distinguishing feature of this accelerometer is that it offers the functions of both flight test accelerometer and airborne amplifier in one small…
Danfoss Drives introduces the VLT® Soft Starter MCD500 with AAC
Danfoss Drives introduces the VLT® Soft Starter MCD500 with Adaptive Acceleration Control (AAC). AAC is the newest evolution in soft start technology, enabling users to select different acceleration and deceleration profiles according to specific application needs, optimizing performance and maximizing energy efficiency. Among the most compact soft starters available in its class, the features-laden VLT…
PEM Self-clinching Locknuts from PennEngineering
PEM® self-clinching prevailing torque locknuts provide ideal solutions to prevent mating hardware from loosening in service due to vibration or other application-related factors. This growing family of fasteners includes a variety of types and different locking-feature styles to satisfy a wide range of applications. Their use can save time and money compared with alternative chemical…
Sound-Proofing and Vibration Absorbing Panels from Misumi
Schaumburg, IL – Misumi USA, Inc. offers machine builders and industrial plant engineers a large portfolio of Sound Proofing and Vibration Absorption Materials to help resolve challenges related to machine-generated noise and vibration. The materials used in the various types of panels include Vinyl Acetate, Urethane Foam, and Butyl Rubber – some utilizing a single…
MTS Sensors Improves Linear-Position Sensor Vibration Tolerance
CARY, N.C. – MTS Systems Corp., Sensors Division has further improved the design of its Temposonics linear-position sensors to increase the sensors’ longevity in high-vibration applications like those in the wood industry. The High Vibration Resistance option (HVR) increases the vibration tolerance from 15g to 30g (10-2000 Hz) in MTS’ R-Series Analog, R-Series SSI, and…
New Series of Air Springs from AAC
New Hyde Park NY – A new series of air spring vibration mounts from Advanced Antivibration Components (AAC) feature excellent vibration isolation of low frequency machines. Air springs use elasticity of air as an isolator which act as a soft spring. There are no moving parts and are therefore maintenance free. These mounts handle a…