Best Practices for Selecting Anti-Vibration Mounts for Industrial Equipment

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Hello everyone,
I’m working on a project involving heavy HVAC machinery (chillers, pumps, and blowers) where vibration and noise are becoming an issue. We are considering different types of anti-vibration mounts (rubber, spring, and combined units), but I’d like to hear from the community about:

1. Selection Criteria – What key parameters do you usually check before finalizing the type of mount (e.g., load, frequency, deflection)?
2. Installation Tips – Are there common mistakes in mounting or alignment that reduce the effectiveness of vibration isolation?
3. Maintenance – How often should mounts be inspected or replaced in industrial environments?
4. Case Examples – Has anyone faced challenges with mounts failing prematurely, and what solutions worked best?

Any shared experiences or guidelines would be really valuable.
Thanks in advance!