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Balancing AHWI Mulcher's Rotor with Balanset-1A

Dynamic Rotor Balancing: Enhancing AHWI Mulcher Performance

Objective:
The primary goal was to ensure dynamic rotor balancing of the AHWI Mulcher to enhance its operational efficiency and longevity.

Introduction:
Rotor imbalances can lead to excessive vibrations, which can impede the functioning of machinery and significantly reduce their lifespan. The Balanset-1A device, a tool designed for such tasks, was employed to tackle this challenge.

Process:
Utilizing the capabilities of the Balanset-1A, a two-plane dynamic balancing was initiated. Before the commencement of the procedure, the AHWI Mulcher's rotor vibrations were gauged to be at a high of 24 mm/s. Such high vibrations can be detrimental to the mulcher's performance and can lead to premature wear and tear.

Conclusion:
The dynamic rotor balancing process effectively reduced the vibrations to a mere 1.2 mm/s. The substantial reduction in vibrations provides multiple benefits:

  1. Reduced Noise Levels: Lower vibrations mean a quieter operation, leading to a better work environment.
  2. Extended Bearing Lifespan: With reduced stress on the bearings, their lifespan is significantly enhanced.
  3. Decreased Fuel Consumption: Efficient operations lead to fuel savings, thereby proving cost-effective in the long run.
  4. Reduced Breakdowns: The chances of unexpected breakdowns diminish with optimized operations, ensuring uninterrupted performance.

In summary, the dynamic rotor balancing not only improved the AHWI Mulcher's immediate performance but also promises a prolonged and efficient operational life. It underscores the importance of timely maintenance and the profound impact of vibration reduction on machinery performance.


Nikolai Shelkovenko

Nikolai Shelkovenko

Nikolai Shelkovenko is a vibration analysis engineer and the founder and CEO of Vibromera. For more than 15 years he has balanced rotating equipment in the field rather than on a test bench: mulchers, industrial fans, crushers, centrifuges, shafts and spindles. That work is what the Balanset instruments grew out of — they were designed as a tool a specialist can carry to the machine and use alone, on site, not as laboratory equipment. Vibromera was founded in 2017 and has been based in Porto, Portugal, since 2023. Development, assembly and support of the Balanset line all happen here. The flagship instrument is the Balanset-1A, a portable analyser for single- and two-plane balancing and for vibration diagnostics. Nikolai is personally involved in customer support, in working through difficult balancing cases and in the development of the software. He works with customers worldwide, in any language.

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