Motion Amplification Survey
Motion Amplification is a powerful non-contact video technique which identifies and exaggerates operational vibration modes of complex structures, plant, and machinery to help identify vibration issues.
Why Is Motion Amplification Important?
Diagnosing vibration issues in machinery can be complex. As a non-contact visualisation technique, motion amplification helps engineers and reliability professionals gain insight into invisible movement, enabling faster and more accurate root-cause analysis.
Machinery Vibration
Quickly visualise movement and identify rotating component issues, imbalance, or misalignment.
Structural Vibration
Assess structural integrity and detect resonance or looseness in beams, frames, or supports.
Pipework Vibration
Capture excessive movement and flow-induced vibration that could lead to fatigue or failure.
Motion amplification allows problem areas to be detected quickly and supports deeper diagnosis when paired with other condition monitoring techniques. The results can also inform FEA models and corrective actions, offering a complete picture of asset health.
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Service Options
AVT Reliability® offers two flexible service levels designed to meet varying needs.
Standard Survey
This includes the motion amplification survey, data processing, and a video of the findings. Typical uses:
- Troubleshooting looseness, soft foot, or resonance.
- Transient event capture (start-up/shutdown).
- New machine commissioning.
- Pipework vibration (including small bore).
Enhanced Survey
Includes standard survey plus advanced techniques like ODS, FEA or frequency analysis. Ideal for:
- Resonance diagnosis in rotating machinery.
- Structural or fatigue analysis.
- Pipe systems above Energy Institute vibration limits.
Why Use Motion Amplification?
Speed
Quick setup and measurement without halting machinery, reducing downtime compared to traditional vibration systems.
Visual Clarity
Amplified video reveals movement in real time, making fault identification intuitive even for non-specialists.
Hands-Free Safety
The non-contact method eliminates physical interaction with moving parts, increasing operator safety.
Our experienced technicians are fully trained to operate the specialised cameras, software, and hardware required, ensuring every motion amplification survey delivers reliable, high-quality results.
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Use the form below to contact our team and find out more about our services.
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