Hello,

I was wonder if anyone could steer me in the right direction for a good vibration training course. Company is looking to start up a vibration analysis program and any info would be great.

First you need to define the objective of the "vibration analysis program". Then you can define training objective and the provider.

Find out the status, scale and the instrumentation used onthe machines for which you'll analyze the vibration. Give considerations to the vendor supplying your instruments.

In general,

Bently is good for online relative probe vibration analysis.
CSI and SKF are good for seismic/period vibration analysis.

Good non-vendor training providers include:
Vibration Institute/Update International/Technical Associates

For sure there are many others which are good in this feild but the mentioned ones are sample. Check their websites. They all have training sections (with more details) in their sites.

Hope this may help a little.

Thx-Ali M. Al-Shurafa

I'd call Jim Smith at IVC. They're vendor neutral and have a great team of folks with current, real world experience.

Have you checked out www.ilearninteractive.com? It's available from your nearest Pruftechnik (www.pruftechnik.com) office/agent.

Take a look at http://www.alertanalytical.com/


We specialize in on-site training, starting up new programs, craftsman on-site training, helping in determining what is needed to start a new program, Etc.

We also provide "help" after the training classes end via the internet or phone.

Our main office is located in Wisconsin, fairly close to where you are.

Xracer

http://www.ilearninteractive.com/mi/TrainingUSA.html

We specialize in computer based training for vibration and alignment, formal classroom training and implementation startup services. When you attend our course, we will send you a copy of the CD with the materials/slides/animations used during the course so you can study before you attend the course. Our methods are much more effective for learning and retention of knowledge beacuse of the prestudy materials and animated, interactive nature of all of our course materials and classroom style.

Let me know if you have questions. I can send you a long list of satisfied customers.

Thanks and good luck!

If you're looking for someone local, try Full Spectrum Diagnostics. They provide ASNT certificate level training. I've only been to a couple short courses through Dan and have not only learned a great deal but enjoyed the way the information was presented. I highly recommend using their services. I have gone through the Technical Associates Level II course which was very good also.

Full Spectrum Diagnostics

Thanks, Andy

Yes, for a great local company, I would recommend Full Spectrum Diagnostics as well. They are based out of Plymouth, MN. We had them here this past spring for the level 1 course, and I would recommend that if you already have gotten your feet wet with some vibration analysis. If not, they also have an entry level program.

Technical Associates of Charlotte and Update International are both good as well.