VIBRATION ANALYSIS
Precise Vibration Analysis for Industrial Reliability
Diagnose vibration at the source to prevent failures, extend equipment life, and maintain safe operations.
Prevent Failures Before They Start.
Excessive vibration is a silent cost driver. From premature bearing failures in rotating equipment to sensitive electronics shutting down from floor resonance, vibration shortens equipment lifespan, increases downtime, and creates safety risks.
Our vibration analysis services provide actionable data and solutions specific to your needs. We identify sources, quantify severity, and design mitigation strategies that restore performance, protect employees, and safeguard reliability.
Ignoring vibration leads to more than maintenance headaches. OSHA, ISO 2631, and ANSI S2 standards set limits on worker exposure and structural vibration levels. Exceeding those limits risks regulatory penalties and lost productivity.
Our vibration analysis services provide actionable data and solutions specific to your needs. We identify sources, quantify severity, and design mitigation strategies that restore performance, protect employees, and safeguard reliability.
Ignoring vibration leads to more than maintenance headaches. OSHA, ISO 2631, and ANSI S2 standards set limits on worker exposure and structural vibration levels. Exceeding those limits risks regulatory penalties and lost productivity.
Several benefits of vibration control:
- Protect Structural Integrity
Prevent cracking, loosening, and resonance in building structures, supports, and foundations. - Safety
Limits worker exposure to hand-arm and whole-body vibration. - Reliability
Prevents catastrophic equipment failures. - Cost
Extends service life of bearings, motors, and foundations.
Common Challenges We Solve.
Rotating Equipment Failures
Premature bearing and shaft damage in fans, pumps, and compressors caused by excessive vibration.
Heavy Impact Machinery
Stamping presses and forging hammers transmitting vibration through foundations.
Data Center Downtime
Floor resonance disrupting servers and sensitive electronics.
Healthcare & Lab Interference
MRI and imaging equipment compromised by building vibration.
HVAC-Induced Disruption
Chillers and rooftop units transferring vibration into occupied office or tenant areas.
Production Line Defects
Conveyors and packaging systems misaligning or creating quality issues due to vibration.
VIBRATION ANALYSIS
Our Approach & Capabilities
Memtech uses comprehensive vibration instrumentation and analysis methods to evaluate mechanical and structural behavior under real operating conditions. Measurements are reviewed against ISO, ANSI, and OSHA vibration standards to determine whether the issue stems from imbalance, misalignment, resonance, or poor isolation.
Our engineers apply predictive modeling and simulation tools to understand system dynamics and forecast how different mitigation strategies will perform. This step allows us to define the most effective combination of isolation, damping, and structural improvements before implementation.
Once a solution is defined, Memtech provides turnkey project support, from design recommendations and product specifications to contractor coordination and post-mitigation validation testing.
This integrated approach ensures that vibration levels are reduced to safe thresholds, equipment reliability is restored, and employee well-being is protected.
Our engineers apply predictive modeling and simulation tools to understand system dynamics and forecast how different mitigation strategies will perform. This step allows us to define the most effective combination of isolation, damping, and structural improvements before implementation.
Once a solution is defined, Memtech provides turnkey project support, from design recommendations and product specifications to contractor coordination and post-mitigation validation testing.
This integrated approach ensures that vibration levels are reduced to safe thresholds, equipment reliability is restored, and employee well-being is protected.
VIBRATION ANALYSIS
From Measurement to Best-Fit Solution
Accurate vibration measurement is the first step. Once the root cause is clear, our engineers develop a product recommendation for the most effective control strategy.
For example, for industrial rotating equipment, foundation isolation is specified using systems like AirLoc’s isolation pads and inertia-base solutions, which are designed to target defined natural frequencies, load distributions, and vibration reduction goals.
For commercial or construction settings where structure-borne vibration and flanking paths are the challenge, solutions such as Resilmount’s resilient mounts and isolation clips are used to decouple building assemblies and reduce transmission of vibration or sound.
We evaluate multiple variables and model the system response using tools like FEM or modal analysis. This allows us to define critical parameters such as system natural frequency, isolation effectiveness (% reduction), damping ratio, and required isolation deflection or stiffness.
For example, for industrial rotating equipment, foundation isolation is specified using systems like AirLoc’s isolation pads and inertia-base solutions, which are designed to target defined natural frequencies, load distributions, and vibration reduction goals.
For commercial or construction settings where structure-borne vibration and flanking paths are the challenge, solutions such as Resilmount’s resilient mounts and isolation clips are used to decouple building assemblies and reduce transmission of vibration or sound.
We evaluate multiple variables and model the system response using tools like FEM or modal analysis. This allows us to define critical parameters such as system natural frequency, isolation effectiveness (% reduction), damping ratio, and required isolation deflection or stiffness.
The specification results in a clear design document that may include:
- Isolation pads or mounts tailored to load and frequency content
- Tuned mass dampers or inertia bases
- Resilient supports or hangers for structural systems
- Structural modifications or retrofits to change boundary conditions
Finally, after procurement and installation support, we perform post-installation validation to confirm that specified vibration levels have been achieved and that the solution meets the performance criteria initially identified.
Vibration Control Products & Solutions
Every application demands a tailored solution. Memtech specifies and integrates high-performance vibration control systems from trusted manufacturers to achieve reliable, measurable results across industrial and commercial environments.
AirLoc Isolation Systems
Engineered mounts and pads that minimize transmitted vibration, reduce foundation stress, and extend equipment life.
Advantages: Reliable performance, adjustable leveling, durable elastomeric or spring construction.
Advantages: Reliable performance, adjustable leveling, durable elastomeric or spring construction.
Resilmount Structural Isolation
Isolation clips and mounts decouple walls, ceilings, and floors to control vibration and improve acoustic ratings.
Advantages: Reduces flanking paths, enhances STC/IIC, integrates easily with standard framing.
Advantages: Reduces flanking paths, enhances STC/IIC, integrates easily with standard framing.
Spring & Elastomeric Mounts
Tailored for specific loads and frequencies to prevent vibration transfer through slabs or framing.
Advantages: Tunable deflection, compact design, long-term durability.
Advantages: Tunable deflection, compact design, long-term durability.
Tuned Mass Dampers (TMDs)
Counteracts specific vibration frequencies in equipment, piping, or platforms.
Advantages: Reduces resonant amplitude, compact retrofit options, minimal maintenance.
Advantages: Reduces resonant amplitude, compact retrofit options, minimal maintenance.
Inertia Bases & Foundations
Adds system mass to lower natural frequencies and isolate high-energy sources.
Advantages: Improves balance, limits structure-borne vibration, enhances reliability.
Advantages: Improves balance, limits structure-borne vibration, enhances reliability.
Custom System Integration
Hybrid approaches blending enclosures, barriers, and absorption for complex environments.
These components are strategically selected to ensure optimal performance.
Lead Time &
Project Delivery
Every system is custom-designed and built-to-order, ensuring performance and compliance.
- Assessment
Acoustic analysis and engineering design. - Design & Fabrication
Systems built to spec using proven materials and methods. - Installation
Turnkey or partnered installation services. - Commissioning
Onsite validation to confirm system performance. - Timeline
Typical projects range from 4–12 weeks depending on complexity.
The Memtech Difference
At Memtech, acoustics is the core of what we do. Our engineers oversee every stage, ensuring that what’s designed is actually what’s built. This integrated approach delivers predictable results and protects your investment.
Certified and Licensed Professionals
Testing conducted by engineers and acoustic specialists, not general contractors or “safety consultants.”
National Standards Alignment
We follow OSHA 1910.95, NIOSH criteria, and ANSI S12.19-1996 methods for exposure assessment.
Engineering Expertise
Your results are reviewed by professionals who understand both compliance and the physics behind the numbers.
Mitigation-Ready Data
If your site needs acoustic control, we already have the frequency analysis and location-specific insights to design an effective solution.
Confidential & Detailed Reporting
We don’t just drop a report. You get full documentation, delivered in easy-to-understand language with visuals and defensible insights you can act on.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
How do you measure vibration in industrial settings?
We use comprehensive acoustic instrumentation to capture vibration velocity, displacement, and acceleration across a full frequency range.
What standards do you reference for compliance?
ISO 10816 for machinery vibration, ISO 2631 for human exposure, ANSI S2 standards, and OSHA requirements for vibration-related worker safety.
Can you retrofit solutions into an existing facility?
Yes. We frequently design retrofit isolation systems for equipment already in service while minimizing downtime.
What types of solutions do you implement?
Spring isolators, inertia bases, tuned mass dampers, resilient mounts, among others.
How long do systems last?
Depending on the design and materials, vibration control systems typically deliver 20–40+ years of performance with minimal maintenance.
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