Vibration Analysis

Background & About the Course:

Vibration analysis is a critical component of predictive maintenance programs and reliability engineering. It enables engineers and technicians to identify potential issues in mechanical systems, minimizing downtime and extending equipment lifespan. By understanding vibration patterns, professionals can detect imbalances, misalignments, looseness, and other issues that could lead to significant failures.

This course offers a comprehensive approach to vibration analysis, combining theoretical knowledge with practical applications. Participants will learn about the principles of vibration, measurement techniques, and data interpretation. The training will provide a strong foundation for professionals seeking to enhance their skills in diagnosing and troubleshooting vibration-related problems.

Over the span of three days, attendees will explore modern tools and methodologies, engage in hands-on exercises, and review case studies to reinforce learning. The course is designed to equip participants with actionable insights to improve equipment reliability and operational efficiency.

Course Objectives:

• Understand the fundamental principles of vibration and its role in predictive maintenance.
• Identify the causes and effects of excessive vibration in mechanical systems.
• Utilize vibration measurement tools and techniques effectively.
• Analyze and interpret vibration data for fault diagnosis.
• Apply vibration analysis to enhance machine reliability and reduce operational risks.

Who Should Attend:

• Maintenance engineers and technicians.
• Reliability engineers.
• Condition monitoring specialists.
• Plant managers and supervisors.
• Professionals involved in equipment maintenance and performance optimization.

Course Content:

• Introduction to Vibration Analysis
  • Definition and importance of vibration analysis
  • Basic concepts of vibration: amplitude, frequency, and phase
  • Overview of vibration analysis in predictive maintenance
• Vibration Measurement Techniques
  • Types of vibration sensors and their applications
  • Best practices for sensor installation and data acquisition
  • Hands-on demonstration of measurement tools
• Understanding Vibration Signals
  • Time-domain and frequency-domain analysis
  • Introduction to Fast Fourier Transform (FFT)
  • Signal filtering and noise reduction techniques
• Fault Diagnosis Using Vibration Analysis
  • Identifying common issues: imbalance, misalignment, and looseness
  • Case studies on real-world machinery problems
  • Root cause analysis and corrective actions
• Advanced Topics in Vibration Analysis
  • Condition monitoring strategies
  • Integration of vibration analysis with other predictive maintenance tools
  • Trends in vibration analysis technology and future outlook
• Practical Applications and Hands-On Exercises
  • Data collection and analysis using software tools
  • Interpreting and reporting vibration analysis findings
  • Group exercises and troubleshooting scenarios

About the Trainer:

Ir. Soetrisno Sonto, M.Si.

Ir. Sutrisno Sonto, Msi, Senior Reliability Specialist, This highly skilled specialist offers maturity, experience and commitment in the field for more than thirty solid years of experience in oil/gas offshore and onshore.

Other than formal educations he is also certified in:

• Infrared Thermograph Specialist, Indonesia
• Vibration Specialist Level 1 & Level 2, Indonesia and Singapore
• In-situ Balancing, Indonesia
• Advance Vibration Analyst, Indonesia
• Machinery Alignment, Singapore
• Machinery Vibration Analyst Level 1, Singapore

He has domestic and international professional memberships which are USA Vibration Institute, TRUC Reliability User Conf and Indonesia Oil/Gas discussion forum.

Started his career in 1988 in Arun LNG Project, in Aceh, Indonesia as a Vibration Leader. He moved to Singapore for two years taking the Job Responsibility as Vibration Support Manager with the duties on vibration & sound monitoring, Technical Services and Sales continued to work in O/G companies Company in Indonesia until he retired.