Field Services

Vibration Analysis (2/6)

Warwood Armature uses Commtest Analyzers and software to view and plot data received from vibration monitors, allowing faster, more accurate determination of the condition of rotating machinery to help prevent unexpected production stoppages.

A routine vibration survey can:

• Indicate machinery health via plant assessment and benchmarking.
• Prevent unscheduled downtime.
• Shorten downtime-failure defense planning.
• Predict and prevent catastrophic failures.
• Reduce energy cost.

Infrared Thermography (3/6)

As a cost-effective method of visually detecting electrical problems and heat generation, we use infrared thermography for Predictive and preventative maintenance (P/PM), condition monitoring, and nondestructive testing (NDT).

Cryogenic Cleaning (4/6)

Our cryogenic cleaning systems utilize solid carbon dioxide (CO2) in the form of dry ice pellets to prevent component damage and minimize environmental impact.

This cleaning method:

• Preserves surface integrity and critical tolerances.
• Does not erode or wear away targeted surfaces, unlike grit media and wire brushes.
• Reduces or eliminates the use of solvents and related hazardous waste disposal, environmental regulation compliance, and worker safety concerns.

Dynamic Balancing (5/6)

If it turns, we can balance it! Our in-house and on-site balancing team is dedicated to ensuring your equipment operates at peak efficiency.

Balanced systems:

Warwood Armature’s balancing services include:

• Three balancing stands capable of handling 10 tons, lengths of 11 feet, and OD of 8.5 feet.
• Standard tolerance ISO 1940 g1.5.
• Dynamic Research, IRD, and CSI balancing equipment
• Rolls, gears, fans, mills, armatures, and rotors.

Most OEMs recommend trim balancing on new installations.

Whether new or existing, our balancing team can substantially increase the lifespan of your rotating equipment, reduce its operational costs, and minimize environmental noise.

HECO’s Predictive Maintenance Program can also provide you with trending information to help you plan balancing at a convenient time.

Turning and Undercuting (6/6)

Warwood Armature understands that good commutation and current transfer are absolutely essential to the successful performance and long life of DC motors.
We control the turning and finishing process to protect the commutator and produce a quality surface finish that allows the brushes to ride without arcing or vibration.