Using sensors to improve plant safety

With tight profit margins to contend with it’s no surprise that one of the main reasons to use vibration sensors is to ensure greater machine uptime for higher productivity. Another main reason however, is to install vibration sensors because of the boost they can give plant safety.

There are a number of factors to consider when enhancing plant safety with vibration sensors. One such example is the potential for serious accidents caused by catastrophic machine failure. For instance, this year’s wind turbine collapse in County Tyrone left debris scattered over a wide area and although no employees or local residents were hurt in the incident the risk is clear to see.

Businesses must also consider the type of equipment used in different environments. In atmospheres containing potentially explosive gas, components must be carefully specified as even the smallest spark may cause a devastating explosion. In terms of vibration sensors, they must therefore be correctly specified for the environment. ATEX certified sensors allow engineers to conduct risk-free monitoring of the vibration levels of all types of rotating components in machinery operating in a potentially explosive working environment.

We offer a range of accelerometers to meet every vibration monitoring need in a range of applications. With low profile and cost-effective options such as the ATEX certified HS-420S industrial accelerometer to choose from, the installation of vibration sensors is easier and more cost efficient than ever before.