Very slow slew bearing conmon catch: Acoustic Emission (AE) Peak Density™ levels increased on a Thickener Bearing rotating at 16 minutes per revolution – that is 0.0625rpm! Bearing was manually greased and AE levels subsided almost immediately and the bearing was saved!
Excellent example of the power of online AE applied correctly for detecting a failure mode on a difficult to monitor machine, and maintenance team then trusting the results and taking action. Motornostix again is helping maintenance people to go home on time and have peace of mind.
Written by: