Sound and vibration monitoring instrumentation

The robust and versatile multi-channel sound and vibration analysers from SINUS Messtechnik, Acoustic Camera from gfai tech and Menhir ground vibration monitor from Semex-Engcon will also be on display. AcSoft will be co-located with sister company, GRAS Sound & Vibration UK.

The Acoustic Camera uses beamforming to visually localise acoustic emissions and is used in a variety of industries, including open field, acoustics laboratories and automation and aerospace engineering.  It features a lightweight, modular design which is  easy to set up and use, and the software allows clear, exact and fast analysis of noise sources.

The system comprises an array of microphones and patented camera that uses a beamforming technique to locate sound sources, and create maps that look similar to thermographic images within seconds. The high speed acquisition allows quick images to be taken live or longer ‘exposures’ reveal more detail and allow post-processing.

A cost effective alternative to wired sensor networks, BeanAir WSN solutions offer test and time-synchronised, robust embedded measurement across a wide range of industrial applications, including automotive, railway, aeronautic and naval. Within these key target markets BeanAir WSN can be used for tests on raceway and dirt track, wind tunnel testing, vibration monitoring on train wheels, fault detection, comfort measurement, flight test measurement and underwater test benching.

BeanAir has recently introduced a series of rugged, miniaturised wireless sensors with IP66/IP67 rating and 200G shock resistance making them well suited to the harsh environments that were previously inaccessible by wired sensors. 

The simple, flexible and robust ‘Modular Enhanced Intelligent Recorder’ efficiently measures vibrations, shocks and tremors generated by construction and building works, as well as mining, demolition and quarrying activities.

In conjunction with SDC (Smart Data Centre) software, the web-based, high resolution Menhir system is capable of accurately recording, analysing and transferring data from complex structural and vibration monitoring and metrology applications in harsh environments. 

The SDC software offers a fully integrated cloud solution for quick access to data and Menhir device status at any time from PC, tablet or smartphone. An optional complete analysis module is also available, allowing reports to be automatically generated and transmitted electronically in freely adjustable intervals.

The Soundbook MK2 is the second generation Apollo compatible 24-bit measurement system from Sinus and can be used for environmental noise management, frequency, multi-channel and sound quality analysis. It is a powerful analyser supporting up to 32 channels of acquisition. The hardware can be built into the rugged Panasonic ToughBook, making a very portable and tough measurement system. External units like Apollo allow you to use any USB2.0 compatible laptop.

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