Tell us what changed
Machine type, site postcode, symptoms, recent work, speed/load information and how many assets are involved.
From machine concern to maintenance action
How EchoShift vibration diagnostics work
We agree the diagnostic question, measure the machine in its operating condition and explain the findings with a practical next maintenance step.
The diagnostic route
Five steps from enquiry to action
The scope can be small — one problem motor — or include multiple assets, but the underlying process stays the same.
Scope the visit
We identify useful measurement positions, access needs and whether a snapshot, deeper vibration analysis or bearing-focused work best fits the question.
Measure on site
Vibration is captured from rigid machine locations while the operating condition and measurement position are recorded.
Analyse the evidence
Overall levels, spectra, harmonics, location-to-location behaviour and bearing-focused features are interpreted together.
Report the next action
Receive the findings, supporting evidence and a recommended next step: inspection, correction, re-measurement, maintenance planning or monitoring.
On the machine
Good diagnostics start with a good measurement path
For snapshot work, the sensor is mounted to a suitable rigid point close to the bearing or mechanical load path. On compatible ferromagnetic surfaces, a properly engineered magnetic base allows fast temporary measurements without drilling or adhesive bonding.
Where higher repeatability is needed, an existing threaded point, engineered adapter, bonded pad or stud mount can be used. The mounting method is selected for the measurement objective rather than treated as an afterthought.
What we look at
Interpret the vibration in machine context
Different patterns matter depending on machine type, speed, load, location and the mechanism under investigation.
Running-speed behaviour
Useful for imbalance-like response and for understanding how vibration tracks shaft rotation.
Harmonics & sidebands
Can strengthen evidence around alignment, looseness, modulation, gears and other repeating mechanisms.
Bearing-focused vibration
Higher-frequency and envelope analysis can expose rolling-element evidence that is weak in overall vibration alone.
Location agreement
Comparing bearing housings, frame points and coupled equipment helps separate source from transmission path.
Operating condition
Speed, load, process state and recent maintenance can completely change how the same vibration should be interpreted.
Change over time
When one visit cannot answer the question, repeat or continuous measurements can reveal trend and intermittency.
Choose the right service
Choose the service around the maintenance question
A focused snapshot is often the fastest route to useful information; permanent monitoring is available when trend adds value.
Questions
Before the diagnostic visit
Practical answers before a site visit.
Does the machine have to be faulty before you measure it?
No. A baseline or comparative measurement can also be useful, especially when the machine is important or a similar asset is available for comparison.
Can you tell us exactly when a bearing will fail?
Vibration can support condition assessment and maintenance planning, but an exact remaining-life date is not something a single measurement can responsibly guarantee.
What happens if another measurement would help?
The report identifies the next useful step, which may be a repeat measurement under a different operating condition, an additional machine location or a period of monitoring.
Have a machine in mind?
Tell us what changed
Send the asset, site location and maintenance concern. We will scope the most useful diagnostic route before attendance.
Single-machine diagnostic snapshots start from £125. Multi-machine work is quoted to suit the visit.