Description
Every vibration analyst knows how important our craft is. There is no doubt that every company with rotating machinery needs vibration analysts. But actually, in some people’s minds, there is a doubt. Some see us only as bearers of bad news. Some see us as a source of confusing data and inconclusive reports. Some don’t believe in the philosophy of condition-based maintenance. And too many totally ignore our repair and improvement recommendations. So what should we do? Keep working in the knowledge that we know we are doing a good job and ignore the issue? Or can we go further? Can we be more proactive? This presentation will discuss these issues and make it clear why our services can be misunderstood and undervalued, but then propose some changes we can make so that we deliver greater value and we are recognized for the critical service we provide.
Bio
Jason Tranter (BE Hons) has been involved with condition monitoring and vibration analysis since 1984. In 1986 Jason formed his Australian company, ARGO, which was heavily involved in vibration monitoring and systems development. In 1990 he sold that company and the “ALERT” product line to DLI Engineering in Seattle (now AzimaDLI). Jason was in charge of product development, and later in charge of vibration products. In 1996 Jason returned to Australia and for the next three years he developed the ExpertALERT (EAV), DCX data collector, and DCX Online products for DLI Engineering. In 1999 Jason formed Mobius and began the development of the iLearnInteractive series of computer-based products for vibration and alignment training and analysis, including iLearnVibration, iLearnAlignment and Interpreter. These products have been used by thousands of people in over 90 countries to learn and become certified. Mobius was awarded the Victorian Regional Exporter of the year and was a finalist in the Australian Export Awards for 2007 and 2008. In 2005 Jason formed the “Mobius Institute” for expanded distance learning and public courses, and courses that comply with ISO and ASNT standards for certification. Mobius has offices in Australia, the United States and Costa Rica, and training centers in over 40 countries. In 2010 Jason formed the Mobius Institute Board of Certification, a not-for-profit organization to make it possible for vibration analysts anywhere in the world to achieve certification per ISO 18436-1. Jason has delivered technical papers around the world, and has had articles published in numerous international magazines and journals.