Luis Sabido

Case Study: SCADA – MODBUS – SMC PHANTOM Introduction: The application of different communication protocols in industrial processes is of great relevance nowadays for the interaction of condition monitoring and automation systems. These systems have sensors and actuators, which are used as means to interact with their environment. Most of these devices have wired or … Lire la suite

Vibration Analysis in a Hyundai Sonata Internal Combustion Engine With Dragon Vision STEP 1 – PROBLEM Combustion processes and impurities in the fuel affect the useful life of the internal combustion engine, thus it suffers a series of degradations, due to its frequency of use, long operation periods, deterioration of its moving parts and lack … Lire la suite

The Mystery of a Non-Rotating Pump’s Resonance Introduction Exploring the intricate forces in industrial machinery demands a solid grasp of mechanical concepts and creative problem-solving skills. This case study shares my experience in identifying and solving a resonance problem on a 500-horsepower deep well pump at an electric power generation company, emphasizing the crucial role … Lire la suite

Root Cause Analysis of Mechanical Failure in a Pelletizing Machine | Phantom Gen 3 In this case study, we will analyze a problem that has arisen on a pelletizing machine since it began operating in 2021. This machine has consistently experienced premature breakage of the connection joint (also known as the “spider”) in the mechanical … Lire la suite

Turbogenerator Diagnostics | Phantom Gen 3 In this case study, a vibration analysis of a turbogenerator is presented, with the objective of identifying possible problems and taking preventive measures to guarantee its optimal operation. The Erbessd Phantom vibration analysis equipment was used, which allows accurate and reliable measurements. Throughout the study, emphasis was placed on … Lire la suite