Enabling condition monitoring in hazardous areas
A new version of SKF’s Microlog Analyzer dBX portable vibration analyzer has recently been developed in response to growing customer demand for condition monitoring in hazardous areas.
The device, certified to IECEx, ATEX, class I division 2 and class I zone 2 standards, is designed to safely perform condition-based maintenance in potentially explosive atmospheres in sectors such as energy and chemical processing.
“The Microlog Analyzer dBX, paired with our comprehensive condition monitoring solutions, delivers cutting-edge insight into the health of rotating assets – now extending that intelligence to hazardous areas. This powerful combination furthers SKF’s commitment to plantwide condition monitoring with expanded reach and reliability,” says SKF head: condition monitoring, product lines and engineering Carl Tooj.
The tool helps minimise unplanned maintenance, reduce operating costs and raise rotational machinery reliability. It allows high-precision, real-time condition monitoring in areas that were previously difficult to monitor. The device can be applied in industries including traditional energy, chemicals, food and beverage (where ethanol is used) sectors and other industries where flammable gases, vapour or mist may be present – reducing the risk of ignition and ensuring compliance with industry regulations.
The Microlog Analyzer dBX for hazardous environments is said to deliver high-speed performance and field-ready durability. With multi-point acquisition, or MPA-in-a-flash data acquisition – three times faster than earlier models – and an integrated camera, the device is engineered to streamline documentation and diagnostics in demanding conditions. Intuitive touch and keypad controls, modular upgrade options, and advanced capabilities such as SKF gE bearing analysis allow it to be used for tasks such as impact testing, digital recording, and multi-plane balancing.
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