Mining operations rely on heavy duty machinery working under extreme conditions, from crushing and drilling to material transport. Vibration monitoring plays a vital role in keeping this equipment safe, efficient, and reliable. By continuously measuring vibration levels, engineers can detect early signs of mechanical wear or imbalance, allowing maintenance to be carried out before problems escalate.
At Monitran, we supply high quality vibration sensors and monitoring systems that perform reliably even in the toughest environments. Our products are designed to meet the unique challenges of mining applications, providing accurate, real-time data that supports smarter maintenance decisions and safer operations.
Benefits of vibration monitoring in mining
- Early fault detection: Identify issues such as bearing wear, gear damage, or misalignment before they cause costly failures.
- Enhanced safety: Prevent equipment related hazards by monitoring excessive vibrations and ensuring compliance with safety standards.
- Optimised maintenance schedules: Implement condition based or predictive maintenance strategies to reduce unnecessary downtime.
- Improved productivity: Keep conveyors, crushers, and pumps running efficiently, ensuring smoother operations and reduced energy use.
- Cost savings: Extend equipment lifespan, minimise unplanned repairs, and avoid expensive emergency interventions.
- Regulatory compliance: Maintain adherence to vibration and environmental regulations related to blasting, ground stability, and structural integrity.
Designed for extreme environments
Mining conditions can place exceptional strain on monitoring systems. Moisture, dust, and corrosive electrolytes, combined with high shock loads from cutting, crushing, and drilling, demand sensors that are robust, durable, and dependable. Monitran vibration sensors and cabling are designed to operate reliably in these harsh settings, providing consistent performance where it matters most.
Machinery suitable for vibration monitoring
Vibration measurement can be applied to a wide range of mining machinery, including:
- Motors
- Pumps
- Gearboxes
- Conveyors
- Crushers
Certified for hazardous areas
Because mines are classified as hazardous environments, vibration monitoring equipment must be intrinsically safe and certified for use in Group I hazardous areas. Monitran systems are engineered and approved to meet these requirements, giving operators complete confidence in both performance and safety.
Talk to the Monitran team
The benefits of vibration monitoring in mining are clear — safer operations, lower maintenance costs, and increased efficiency. To find out more about our full range of equipment and solutions for the mining sector, please contact our team today.