One of the key requirements to maintain and optimise the performance of wind turbines is reliable and effective vibration measurement of the slow rotating turbines (typically less than 300 RPM). Condition monitoring specialist Sensonics says it recognised the need for a sensor to meet these specific requirements which is one of the reasons why it developed its low frequency VEL/GLF velocity vibration sensor which is ideal for wind energy machinery. This electro dynamic sensor provides a superior performance compared to piezo-electric devices by combining high measurement sensitivity with a frequency response down to 0.1 Hz. This level of sensitivity, along with excellent noise performance, provides the necessary dynamic range required for detailed analysis of gearbox vibration, so is ideal for measuring velocity vibration on equipment with speeds below 300 RPM. t: +44 (0) 1442 876833 e| sales@sensonics.co.uk w| www.sensonics.co.uk / https://www.sensonics.co.uk /wind-turbinecondition-monitoring To ensure the safe, effective and efficient transfer of plant equipment into the basement energy room of a new residential tower block in London, a major construction project leveraged the advantages of appointing Hoist & Winch as its supplier of turnkey lifting equipment. Tasked with meeting the requirements of a technically challenging brief, Hoist & Winch demonstrated why it has become the nation’s go-to solution provider of high-quality lifting systems. Hoist & Winch has extensive experience in all kinds of construction and industrial lifting applications. The company offers sales, installation, service, inspection, repair and hire services, with a special emphasis on project work. Supplying the optimal solution, with safety as the number one priority, is always the objective. During the design phase, after formal tender and contract award, Hoist & Winch set about identifying the optimal solution by carefully assessing the specific lifting requirements. The project required the installation of hoists on both the upper and lower ground floor levels to ensure the successful lifting and transfer of large energy plant. It was clear from the outset that the solution would need to overcome the issue of very tight headroom clearances due to the size of the equipment. After thoroughly considering all aspects of the project, Hoist & Winch was able to put forward its proposal, recommending two William Hacket low-headroom manual hoists, both with a hand-geared trolley. Offering a safe working load (SWL) of 2.5t each, the hoists provide 8m of lifting height and run on beam lengths of 8.5m and 7.0m. Hoist & Winch duly submitted its design proposal, including drawings and structural calculations, for approval by engineers at the main contractor. Following approval, the company commenced manufacture before delivery to site. t| 08450 171126 e| sales@hoistandwinch.co.uk w| www.hoistandwinch.co.uk Industry Update April/May 2025 Plant & Works Engineering www.pwemag.co.uk | 31 Fully integrated proximity probes Major construction project An industrial automation temperature sensor with a Pt100 class A 4 wire resistance thermometer detector (RTD) with a measuring range of-75 to 0+250°C. Available in 3 & 6mm diameter 316 Stainless steel sheath with standard lengths of 100,150, 200 & 250mm. Supplied with plain barrel or screw in options 1/4 BSPP, 1/2 BSPP & 1/4& 1/2 NPT process threads. The Sensor features an industry standard 4 pin M12 A coded instrument connection,suitable for new industrial process control & automation applications and field replacement of sensors. Typical Applications *Automation Applications *Field Replacement of Sensors *Industrial Process Control *Pharmaceuticals & Chemical Plants You can now buy Labfacility products through DigiKey and Farnell, our trusted global distributors. t| + 44 (0) 1243 871280 / +44 (0) 1909 569446 e| sales@labfacility.com w| www.labfacility.com / https://www.labfacility.com/temperaturesensors/platinum-resistance-thermometers/industrial-automation-sensors.html Industrial Automation Pt100 RTD Sensor with M12 connector Electro dynamic sensor Condition monitoring specialist Sensonics says it is continuing to develop its extensive range of Proximity Sensors which includes its fully integrated PRI SERIES one of a range of innovative sensors within its established Senturion proximity probe range. A good example of this is the PRI04 Proximity Probe which, unlike most other proximity probes, includes all the essential elements; calibrated probe, extension cable and most importantly, a built-in driver. The result is a fully integrated probe which is compatible with API 670 systems.By utilising the eddy current principle, the PR104 benefits from a combination of a tuned circuit with the target material. This means any variations in probe face to target distance will be detected in this circuit by the integral driver to provide highly accurate vibration and relative positional measurements. t| +44 (0) 1442 876833 e: sales@sensonics.co.uk w| www.sensonics.co.uk / https://sensonics.co.uk/hubfs/DN2601%20dual %20channel%20vibration%20monitor%20 module.pdf Following the successful deployment of an in-depth quality assurance programme mandated by a major global aeroengine customer, William Hughes, a leading spring and wire form manufacturer, is expanding the project’s impressive operational outcomes and best practices to other areas of its manufacturing operations.QA has always sat at the heart of William Hughes, but a formalised, transferable programme makes it easier to compare and contrast with industry best practice. Indeed, buy-in for the wider deployment was made significantly easier when other manufacturing cells witnessed the operational benefits from even the simplest elements of the programme: shadow boards for each machine and activity meaning that tools are always in the right place, tool boxes with foam inserts ensuring each tool is replaced correctly, floor markings and railings defining exactly where machinery is positioned and which space is left clear. t| 01963 363377 e| sales@wmhughes.co.uk w| www.wmhughes.co.uk William Hughes expands aerospace quality programme
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