Mining Vibration Sensors & Monitoring
For monitoring and maintaining pumps, crushers and conveyors
Maximising Equipment Uptime in Mining & Quarrying with Advanced Vibration Monitoring
Mining and quarrying operations demand reliability, equipment failure can lead to costly downtime and safety risks. At Hansford Sensors we specialise in Mining Vibration Sensors & Monitoring solutions designed to withstand the harshest conditions and provide early fault detection across critical assets.
Precision Monitoring for Heavy-Duty Applications
Our high-performance vibration sensors are engineered for a wide range of mining and quarrying equipment, including:
- Crushers & Screens – Monitoring for imbalance, misalignment, and bearing wear to extend equipment life and reduce unplanned downtime.
- Conveyors – Tracking vibration in motors, rollers, and gearboxes to prevent failures in material handling systems.
- Pumps & Slurry Systems – Identifying cavitation, wear, and mechanical looseness in abrasive slurry transport environments.
- Ventilation Fans & Blowers – Detecting early-stage defects in bearings and shafts for improved air handling efficiency.
- Gearboxes & Electric Motors – Ensuring drivetrain integrity through continuous vibration monitoring to flag misalignment and gear mesh issues.
Comprehensive Mining Vibration Monitoring Solutions
At Hansford Sensors we offer flexible solutions to meet both budget and criticality requirements, ensuring reliable Mining Vibration Sensors & Monitoring across entire operations. Available options include:
- AC Accelerometers (e.g. HS-100 Series) – Ideal for high-resolution data collection and analysis over a broad frequency range.
- 4-20mA Vibration Sensors (e.g. HS-420 Series) – Designed for real-time monitoring via PLCs or SCADA systems.
- Switch and Connection Boxes – Simplify data collection from hard-to-reach or hazardous locations.
- Environmental Enclosures (HS-JE & HS-SE Series) – Built from stainless steel, polycarbonate or mild steel to protect sensors from dust, water and impact.
Together, these components deliver a reliable foundation for predictive maintenance, helping operators make informed decisions, minimise failures and maintain production targets.
Built to Perform in Harsh Mining Environments
Our Mining Vibration Sensors & Monitoring systems are built with durability in mind. Housed in corrosion-resistant stainless steel with sealed electronics, our sensors are designed to operate in environments exposed to constant vibration, dust, moisture and shock. Intrinsically safe (ATEX/IECEx-certified) versions are also available for use in hazardous areas.
Typical solutions for the Mining and Quarrying Industry
High Sensitivity & Intrinsically Safe
Options for all our accelerometers for mining and quarrying include armoured or braided cable, plus quick release 2 Pin MS connectors, IP66 and IP68 cable assemblies, and stainless steel enclosures.
Monitoring Imbalance
Our 4-20mA vibration sensors and 0-25 mm/s RMS velocity sensors (HS-420 Series) are designed for connection to PLC (programmable logic controller) or similar systems. This is an ideal solution for monitoring imbalance on rotating fan and motor shafts. Similarly, our 0-2g RMS acceleration 4-20 mA sensor (HS-422 Series) offers an excellent option to protect conveyors between routine surveys.
Restricted Access
For applications, such as crushers, screens, conveyor pulleys and drives, and where access is restricted, we provide side-entry and low profile accelerometers. These sensors are also ideal for areas where debris or dust would otherwise affect the performance of a top entry device.
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We have a global network of sales partners, backed by the resources of our central product design, manufacturing and customer centre in the UK. Our sales partners include vibration analysts, consultants and system builders and integrators. Each is fully trained, experienced in meeting the challenges of vibration monitoring in a wide range of industrial applications and capable of providing dedicated local technical, engineering and customer service, wherever you are in the world.
For fast, friendly advice, and to learn more about our products, please contact our sales team.