We take a closer look at how vibration and rotation is measured As we learned in the previous Fundamentals Series post, titled “What is Vibration?”, vibration occurs when spinning objects become unbalanced and a lopsided weight causes a wobble in that rotation. This video is designed to explore the speed-sensing and vibration-sensing devices that record…
Dear Valued Customer, In order to keep your costs consistent and predictable, ACES Systems has long had a policy of “standard pricing” with regard to the amount we charge for the calibration of one of our balance kits. This letter is intended to clarify the pricing model for recalibration of our standard kits. Typically, the…
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Going back to the basics to answer one of the main questions:  What is Aviation Vibration? Wherever there are spinning parts, there’s going to be vibration. And in aviation, there are lots of spinning parts: propellers, gearboxes, rotors, and crankshafts. But what is vibration? How do we measure it? When is it bad? What happens…
The ProBalancer Sport uses 4 AA size batteries. Any AA battery may be used with the Model 1015 ProBalancer Sport. Battery life may vary between brands and types of AA batteries. For the best results, ACES Systems recommends using rechargeable 1.2V NiMH batteries with a 2700 mAh charge. Ensure the batteries are properly installed, with…
My analyzer is having trouble getting a tachometer reading Possible causes & solutions #1: Â Cables may be disconnected or damaged Your balancer may not be receiving signals from the tachometer because the cables are damaged or disconnected. Â Check your cables to make sure they are properly connected and are not damaged. #2 Damaged or missing…
Launching a future in aviation maintenance Young people face significant challenges finding their career paths in the new economy. The reality of having to choose between money and passion is real for some of those young people. What if you could have both? Our ACES Systems team recently stumbled upon a bright young person contemplating such…
ACES Systems strikes again, releases next generation Cobra II analyzer ACES Systems is proud to introduce a new analyzer to its legendary balancing equipment line – the COBRA II. This new product promises to increase job efficiency by providing a larger, high-resolution screen, wireless capabilities and PDF reporting solutions. In August of 2015, ACES conducted…
ACES Systems welcomes Stephen Boyer to support, training team ACES Systems recently welcomed Stephen Boyer aboard the aviation maintenance support team in San Diego. His primary duties as Field Support Engineer will be to provide customer service and training to the aviation division with a special focus on working with military applications. He previously retired…
US Navy’s ACU-4 Maintenance Crew Trains for Propeller/Fan Balancing US Navy sailors assigned to Assault Craft Unit 4 at the Naval Amphibious Base Little Creek in Virginia Beach, Virginia, recently completed the ACES Systems/Dynamic Instruments ATABS LCAC balance and vibration analysis training program. The Landing Craft, Air Cushion (LCAC) fleet is a small and unique…