VIBRATION EQUIPMENT USE AND OPERATION
Get Maximum Benefits from Your VIBCO Vibration Equipment!

Pneumatic vibration equipment is an engineered solution that must be installed and operated properly (according to the manufacturer's instructions) in order to obtain maximum benefits.

Our goal is to ensure that VIBCO users get the maximum benefit from our products. To help make that goal a reality, here are some "lessons learned" regarding the installation and operation of our pneumatic vibration equipment.

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1. Correct installation and mounting is critical to performance.

Make sure to follow all of the mounting and installation steps exactly as they are provided in the manual. One of the ways you can ensure a good mount is to select the correct mounting plate and channel for your bin. The following charts are good "rule of thumb" guides:

2. The condition, size and configuration of your air line is important.

Kinks, holes and leaks in your air line can easily degrade the performance of your pneumatic vibration equipment, causing it to run and then stop unexpectedly. Your VIBCO pneumatic equipment's performance can also be degraded if your air line is split between units ("T" junction) or used to run multiple pneumatic units. Best practice is to run separate, correctly-sized lines for each unit in operation and to perform periodic checks for kinks, leaks and holes.

3. Correct air pressure (PSI) and air flow (CFM) are essential.

Make sure that you are providing your VIBCO pneumatic unit(s) with correct PSI and CFM. VIBCO pneumatic units have the recommended PSI and CFM indicated on the housing or on the shipping box. A general rule of thumb is that PSI should be 40-80, and you should consult your manual for proper CFM. Insufficient or too high air pressure flow can cause unit failures.
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4. Periodic checks for loose mounting fixtures can extend the life of your pneumatic vibration equipment.

Most VIBCO Pneumatic Vibration Equipment is virtually maintenance-free. You can increase the life of your equipment by performing periodic checks of the mounting assembly and hardware. Check to ensure that all mounting bolts are tight and hardware is securely welded to the bin.

5. If your unit requires lubrication (piston and ball style), make sure that your lubricator is functioning correctly and is no more than 5 feet away from the vibration unit.

Too much distance between the lubricator and vibration equipment can cause too little or no lubrication to reach the unit - your lubricator should be no more than 5 feet away from the unit. For best results, VIBCO recommends using air tool oil. You may also use SAE 10 or lighter machine tool oil, Marvel Mystery oil, or automatic transmission oil.

Remember - Our technical support staff is happy to assist you to ensure that you get the most out of your VIBCO product. Contact us 24 hours per day, 7 days per week at 800-633-0032 for assistance.