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VIBRATION DAMPENING – IMPROVING
PRODUCTS AND THE WORK
ENVIRONMENT
VIBRATION DAMPENING
Vibrations are a natural byproduct of any machine or device which creates a lot of movement or sound. These vibrations can be defined and measured in terms of their frequencies. Some of these machines produce low frequency vibrations while others produce vibrations of high frequency. High frequency vibrations can result in extremely louse noise conditions and can be really disruptive to a safe and productive work environment. These vibrations can cause excessive treble and excessive noise too. Vibration dampening is used to limit the effects of vibrations by isolating and dampening the vibration, changing the frequency, and thereby reducing the force of the vibration and the noise levels.
THE USE OF VIBRATION DAMPING MATERIAL
In the case of vibration isolation, the
frequencies of the vibrations are adjusted to a
specific level to thereby reduce the force of the
vibration. By adjusting the frequency, the
vibrations and their effects can be reduced
dramatically. However,itis not possible to
completely eliminate vibration for every
circumstance. When you cannot completely
eliminate vibration through vibration
dampening, you must utilize vibration
damping material to reduce the effects. There
are various products such as concrete, lead and
rubber which are used extensively to minimize
the negative effects of vibration. These
materials are installed in productsthat produce
vibrations and function to absorb the high
frequency vibrations. These materialscan take
the form of sheets or custom designed parts,
and are installed in places and productswhich
require vibration dampening.
METHODS USED FOR DAMPENING
There are different methods thatare used for dampening vibrations. One of these is called the constrained layer dampening. In this method a sheet to absorb the vibrations is installed between the base layer and the outer layer of the material. The dampening layer is applied to the two sides with the help of adhesives that ensure the absorbance of vibrations.
WHERE CAN YOU USE DAMPENING?
Dampening can be applied in the cars for a smooth ride experience. At times, due to excessive
vibration in the cars, a car ride can become really unpleasant. However with the help of vibration
damping material this problem can be addressed rather easily. Adequate dampening ensures a
smooth drive without fear of excessive vibrations caused by a rocky road, the engine’s sound, or music
system in your car. Dampening materials can also be applied to the doors, the handles and windows to
minimize the effect of vibrations and further improve the driving experience.
In addition,these materials can be used in heavy machinery, and in motors and transformers as well.
They are utilized in air conditioners and in body parts of vehicles such as cars and buses as well. They
are used in golf clubs to reduce the vibration transmitted to the shaft upon impact, to improve
performance and comfort. These materials can also be applied in the outer walls of offices and rooms
that need to be noise and vibration free.
COST EFFECTIVENESS
The technology behind vibration
dampening is state of the art, but it does
not need to cost a lot. Dampening services
can be obtained at low cost and are known
to deliver increased service life for
machinery and improved customer contact
experience. Thus dampening is very
important and tends to have great effect
onimproving product experience and
improving the work environment.
Mailing & Shipping Address
Ecomass Technologies
4101 Parkstone Heights Dr.
Suite 380
Austin, Texas 78746-7482
USA Telephone
1-877-ECOMASS (877-326-6277)
toll-free in U.S.A.
Telephone: 512-306-0020
Technical Sales and Support
www.ecomass.com Robert Durkee (ext 1) Ryan Dailey (ext 4)