Machinery Health - Reciprocating Equipment Analysis

Overview

This 3-day course will familiarize students with the advantages of condition monitoring of reciprocating equipment using Emerson’s AMS 2140 analyzer and AMS 6500. This course will also demonstrate how to correctly setup databases to accurately diagnose equipment faults and possible deficiencies.

Audience

​Anybody who wishes to monitor reciprocating equipment using Emerson's AMS 2140 and AMS Machinery Manager Software

Prerequisites

Familiarity with the AMS 2140, AMS 6500 and AMS Machinery Manager software are highly recommended

Topics

Key learning topics will include database setup, transducer selection and mounting (best practices), and accurate deficiency identification of reciprocating engine and compressor faults as related to crankshaft angle.

• Overview of reciprocating equipment in various industries
• Operation
• Component familiarization
• Database setup
• Proper transducer selection
• Best practices for data collection
• Data analysis
• Case studies/ examples