Oil and gas

Vibration monitoring for oil and gas machines and equipment

Safely monitoring vibration on machinery operating in hazardous oil and gas operations, including offshore, petrochemical, refineries and chemical is a priority. Reliability engineers use vibration analysis/diagnostics to detect if there is a sign of a mechanical problem, monitor baseline/trend machinery health, and provide early warning of faults and potential damage. Wilcoxon's line of explosion-proof, intrinsically safe sensors designed for high-temperature environments are ideal for use in oil and gas applications.

Typical oil and gas machines/equipment where vibration monitoring products are used include

• Blowers, centrifuge, chillers, compressors
• Cooling towers, fans, gearboxes, mixers, motors, pumps
• Reciprocating compressors, turbines, vibrating conveyors

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Wilcoxon vibration monitoring sensors include built-in safeguards for reliable monitoringand consistent, long-term performance in oil and gas operations

With an MTBF greater than 25 years, our sensors certified for use in Class I Div 1 (Zone 0/1) and Class I Div 2 (Zone 2) and explosion proof sensors. Features include:

• ATEX, FM, CSA, IECEx, SIMTARS
• CE certification
• Case isolated, EMI/RFI shielded
• Corrosion-resistant stainless steel case
• Hermetic seal
• Reverse wiring protection
• High output sensitivity available

Our sensors are also:

• Available in ultra-compact housings, top-exit, and side-exit for flexible cable connectivity
• Easy to install and maintain
• Conveniently sized for walkaround programs
• Available for permanent mount applications

Recommended Wilcoxon vibration monitoring products for monitoring machines in oil and gas environments: