Monitors up to four locations
August 1st 2007

The efector octavis bearing condition monitor from ifm electronic is now available as a master unit that can monitor up to four separate locations.

The octavis central unit can also be programmed via ethernet.The vibration pickups, which can be up to 30m from the central diagnostic, are made in stainless steel with an IP69K rating for arduous environments.

The vibration monitor detects rolling element bearing failures and shaft imbalance conditions on critical plant equipment such as pumps and is permanently mounted on the equipment to continuously monitor its operating condition. It can analyse a vibration signature and predict failures in advance by sending an alarm output signal to a PLC or relay.This can help optimise machine availability and plant up-time.