Ultrasound Inspections
Ultrasonic testing in one of the most reliable tools in providing early warning of developing bearing failure and detects earlier than temperature rises or an increase in low frequency vibration levels.
UE Systems Ultrasound Qualified Engineers
All our ultrasound equipment is serviced and calibrated on an annual basis ensuring that we maintain the highest level of accuracy. We use a range of equipment models to enable us to select the most suitable unit for each industry and application.
Our engineers are fully trained in Ultrasound monitoring and hold UE Systems Ultrasound qualifications.
Ultrasonic testing in one of the most reliable tools in providing early warning of developing bearing failure and detects earlier than temperature rises or an increase in low frequency vibration levels.
Using the latest ATEX-approved ultrasound equipment, our engineers can detect potential faults including:
- Bearing damage
- Lubrication issues
- Compressed air leaks
- Pressure and vacuum leaks
- Steam trap and valve testing issues
- Heat exchanger leaks
- Gear and gearbox bearings issues
- Electrical arcing
- Electrical tracking
The Benefits of Ultrasound
Ultrasonic inspection of bearings is useful in recognising:
- The beginning of fatigue failure
- Brinelling of bearing surfaces
- Flooding of or lack of lubricant
Ultrasound inspection benefits:
- Bearings up to 2 metres from auditing engineer can be checked
- Each bearing takes an average of <10 seconds to check
- Fault indications are very accurate
- A high volume of inspections can be carried out in a day
- Slow speed applications are monitored with same equipment
- Ultrasonic detection will improve any lubrication strategy
- Additional influencing noises can be audible whilst inspecting, such as electrical, mechanical looseness can be reported on
- Quick analysis can be used to aid current machine or plant status
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