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News Release from: SKF UK | Subject: Local Monitoring Unit
Edited by the Engineeringtalk Editorial
Team on 29 November 2001
On-line monitoring ideal for unattended
systems
SKF Condition Monitoring has developed the Local Monitoring Unit (LMU), a new on-line monitoring system for applications with a need for a relatively low number of channels
In many applications, such as where human safety is not guaranteed, or it is expensive or difficult to access machines, it is more reliable and cost effective to use on-line monitoring systems instead of machine monitoring via an off-line PDM program As a result, SKF Condition Monitoring has developed the Local Monitoring Unit (LMU), a new on-line monitoring system for applications with a need for a relatively low number of channels
This article was originally published on Engineeringtalk on 21 Feb 2001 at 8.00am (UK)
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The 19" Rackbased LMU provides the user with a flexible tool to configure a variable load, speed or process system.
Extended and Triggered logic inputs (ELP and TLP) have been developed to guarantee reliable data collecting and early warning in the case of machines with variable processes, such as machine tool applications, metalworking plants and start/stop processes.
The LMU houses a built-in industrial computer and is the next step towards developing complete integrated systems to meet customers' needs.
The system is available in 16 and 32- channel configuration, is supplied with MS Windows NT or MS Windows 98 platforms and S-F Prism on-line monitoring software, for trending, analysis and data management.
A built-in modem and remote communication software allows live or archived data to be provided at a glance, at any location.
Alternatively a standard built-in network card provides the possibility to connect the system directly to a LAN (Local Area Network).
The system has a standard, eight tacho inputs for linked speed, phase related measurements or simple machine speed monitoring.
The LMU provides a cost effective solution for monitoring machine condition in remote locations with a need for a limited number of channels.
Typical applications include remote pump stations, water treatment plants, wind turbines, and unattended machines that need "remote" diagnostics.
It is also particularly appropriate for machines involved in batch processing where loads and speeds are variable. Request a free brochure from SKF UK ...
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