Category: OEM
Off-Road Vehicle OEM’s Guide
RPM’s Off-Road Vehicle OEM’s Guide provides detailed information on sandwich mounts, vibration isolation analysis, mounting strategies, and more.
Selecting an Isolator: Degrees of Freedom and Primary Engine Disturbances
The blog post explains the process of selecting vibration isolators for engines, emphasizing the importance of understanding six degrees of freedom in motion and specific isolation requirements for different engine types. Key considerations include equipment weight, center of gravity, disturbance types, and application-specific factors.
Sourcing the Most Cost-Effective and Best Quality Engine Mounts: A Guide for Supply Chain Managers
The blog discusses strategies for sourcing engine mounts in industrial vehicles, emphasizing the importance of understanding specifications, finding reliable suppliers through trade shows and directories, assessing supplier credibility, negotiating costs effectively, and maintaining continuous quality audits throughout the partnership.
Selecting an Isolator: Mounting Strategies/Analysis Methodology
The system analysis methodology is crucial for vibration isolator performance, particularly in engines. Engineers analyze components like attachments, transmissions, gearboxes, and mounting systems, gathering comprehensive data including weights, locations, and specifications. This data creates an engine analysis model, enabling static and dynamic analyses to select appropriate mounts and achieve optimal vibration isolation for increased machine…
Sandwich Mount Selection Considerations
Sandwich mounts, combining rubber elastomers and metal, are essential for vibration isolation and shock reduction across multiple industries. These versatile components come in various materials, including natural rubber, neoprene, silicone, and specialized polymers, each offering different capabilities for temperature resistance, environmental protection, and vibration damping based on specific application requirements.
A Comprehensive Guide for OEMs on Identifying and Correcting Engine Mount Failure in Industrial Vehicles
Engine mounts are crucial components in industrial vehicles, absorbing vibrations and ensuring stability. Signs of failure include increased vibrations, unusual noises, misalignment, and performance issues. Proper identification, correction, and potential redesign are essential when components are upgraded or replaced, requiring careful consideration of weight, vibration, and thermal factors.