Bringing Intelligence to Vibration

Monitoring Solutions
ADLINK Introduces An Easily Integrated,
Complete and Remote Vibration
Monitoring Solution

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Situation
For manufacturers, service and components costs tend to be some of the most unpredictable expenses. Although
machinery often comes with a warranty and service guidelines, the simple truth is that any piece of equipment with a
rotary motor is prone to malfunction and breakdown. If the machine runs long enough, it is practically an assurance.

Not only must the manufacturer pay for the repairs and replacement parts, but they also must absorb the costs from
a production delay. Suddenly, manufacturing schedules are days or weeks behind, employees are working overtime,
customers are unhappy that their products are delayed and the business’s reputation as a reliable vendor is tarnished.
All of these have tangible financial ramifications that can cost many times more than just the equipment repair.

Some manufacturers employ internal maintenance teams to inspect and service equipment. Downtimes for inspection
and service can be scheduled so at least the maintenance costs and equipment availability can be predictable.
Additionally, manufacturers may opt for a third-party contract service as maintenance backup. Considering the immense
stakes, it is a small cost for production reliability.

However, precision sensors and modern data storage and sharing offer a more efficient and adaptive means to ensure
manufacturing equipment, from robots to pumps to material handling equipment and more, is in proper working order.

Solution
ADLINK has developed the MCM-100, highlighting around-the-clock continuous data collection and vibration
measurement with maximized precision and sampling rates for rotating machinery and equipment. Combining data
collection, vibration analysis algorithms, computation and network connection in one system, the MCM-100 allows
manufacturers to overcome challenges in traditional machinery upkeep and promises a streamlined approach to
machinery connectivity. Installation is seamless; there is no need for programming and the Phoenix GM Lite software is
an intuitive interface for users.

A prime example is CNC machinery, which requires frequent inspection and regular cutting tool replacement. In a
traditional maintenance approach, multiple individuals might be tasked with this machine’s upkeep. However, the MCM-

Figure 1. The MCM-100 is an easily integrated, complete and remote vibration monitoring
solution.

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100 allows a single individual to monitor the status of multiple machines in real-time. Changes in vibration measurement
from the CNC machine help engineers determine the overall health of the machine. Certain vibration changes might
indicate a need to adjust process parameters, such as by modifying spindle speed or changing cutting tools, to ward off
potential future disasters.

Figure 2. Monitoring and capabilities of the MCM-100 in a CNC machine.

Once problems such as imbalance, resonance or misalignment increase machine vibration beyond an acceptable range,
equipment is more likely to break or fail. Some vibration signals even indicate distinct problems, such as an imbalanced
connector, a cracked bearing or a loose fastener. From the engineer’s perspective, breakdowns become identifiable and
easier to fix while service lives for wear components can be maximized.

PLC-based vibration monitoring solutions have existed for some time, but PLCs have limited analysis capabilities,
including a low sampling rate, limited frequency range and fixed algorithms. PLC solutions, able to collect only a limited
amount of information, are of little help.

In contrast, the MCM-100 is an all-in-one design that combines a personal computer and data acquisition and signal
conditioning modules. It delivers more vibration data as it features 24-bit high-definition communication (versus
conventional solutions with 12- to 16-bit) and also captures high-frequency signals at a very high 128 kS/s, compared to
the conventional 20 kS/s or lower. The MCM-100 wirelessly links to a personal computer interface by the cloud, providing
users with more computing power and a seamless installation. Manufacturers are better able to parse datasets and find
trends, and therefore create their own maintenance plans based on the application.

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Equipment manufacturers can also benefit from the vibration monitoring provided by the MCM-100. Not only can they
provide better quality assurance on their machinery, but there is also ample opportunity for value-added services, such
as charging customers based on machine uptime and remote equipment monitoring.

Without a doubt, the MCM-100 lowers the total cost of ownership of equipment with vibration concerns. Manufacturers
are able to maintain equipment proactively and efficiently, without risking interruptions from downtimes.
Manufacturers have a lot to gain from a high-tech, intelligent monitoring solution like the MCM-100 — and nothing to
lose that isn’t already at risk today.

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 About ADLINK

ADLINK Technology is leading edge computing with solutions that drive data-to-decision applications
across industries. ADLINK offers a variety of building blocks and both generic and domain-specific
Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) platforms to serve the automation, communications, medical,
transportation, and defense/government markets. Our products include motherboards, blades,
chassis, modules, gateways, systems, and end-to-end solutions based on industry standard form
factors, as well as an extensive line of test & measurement products and smart touch computers,
displays, and handhelds that support the global transition to always connected systems. Many
products are Extreme Rugged™, supporting extended temperature ranges, shock and vibration.

ADLINK is a Premier Member of the Intel®Internet of Things Solutions Alliance and is active in several
standards organizations, including PCI Industrial Computer Manufacturers Group (PICMG), PXI Systems
Alliance (PXISA), and Standardization Group for Embedded Technologies (SGeT).

ADLINK is a global company with headquarters in Taiwan and manufacturing in Taiwan and China; R&D
and integration in Taiwan, China, the US, and Germany; and an extensive network of worldwide sales
and support offices. ADLINK is ISO-9001, ISO-14001, ISO-13485 and TL9000 certified and is publicly
traded on the TAIEX Taiwan Stock Exchange (stock code: 6166).

About the Intel® Internet of Things Solutions Alliance

From modular components to market-ready systems, Intel and the 400+ global member companies
of the Intel® Internet of Things Solutions Alliance provide scalable, interoperable solutions that
accelerate deployment of intelligent devices and end-to-end analytics. Close collaboration with Intel
and each other enables Alliance members to innovate with the latest technologies, helping developers
deliver first-in-market solutions.

Learn more at: intel.com/content/www/us/en/partner/solutions-alliance/program-overview.html

Tel: +1-800-966-5200 Email: info@adlinktech.com

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names listed are trademarks or trade name of their respective companies. Published in May 2018.