Best Practices for Selecting Anti-Vibration Mounts for Industrial Equipment

[resistoflex]

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!

 

[iamthecosmos]

Vibration and noise from HVAC components, such as chillers and pumps, affect user comfort and can lead to mechanical issues. Key selection criteria for anti-vibration mounts include load capacity, natural frequency, static deflection, environmental conditions, load directionality, and space constraints. Common installation mistakes involve poor load distribution and misalignment. Maintenance guidelines suggest regular inspections for rubber and spring mounts and keeping replacement logs, particularly in critical systems. Real-world case studies highlight problems like premature failure due to rust and poor vibration isolation, with suggested fixes involving proper equipment and installation modifications. Recommendations indicate that for low-frequency vibrations, spring isolators or hybrid mounts are ideal, while rubber mounts may be sufficient for smaller equipment.