MHC On-Site Instruments

On Site Instruments for real time condition

monitoring
Detect failure modes for shaft speeds > 0.25 rpm
Record & replay readings from pre-planned routes

Kittiwake Holroyd Ltd

A Kittiwake Group Company

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Hand held, rugged instruments giving you instant access to powerful CM diagnostics.
If you need information on the condition of rotating machinery and you need it now, the MHC-Memo
instruments are for you.
With Standard and Super Slo modes of measurement, its easy to monitor down to rotational
speeds as low as 0.25 rpm (thats 4 minutes per revolution !).
Whats more, you dont need to know design details like bearing type, size or number.
From day one, MHC-Memo instruments give you crucial information for implementing proactive, rather
than reactive, maintenance. Even on machinery you have never monitored before. Unlike traditional
vibration analysis, sensor placement is easy as its unaffected by the plane of the bearing or at any
specific orientation.
Make no mistake, the outstanding speed and ease of use of the MHC-Memo range are not gained by compromising performance
or sensitivity to developing faults. In fact, our unique, patented and well established MHC technology has gained an enviable
reputation across all industrial sectors. With thousands of MHC instruments in use around the world youll not be alone.
MHC-On Site Instruments
MEMO

Classic

Kit

Standard mode only non-data logging handheld instrument + standard accesories

MEMO

Classic Plus

Kit

Std. & Super Slo mode non-data logging handheld instrument + standard accesories

MEMO

Pro

Kit

Full functionality Data Logging portable instrument + standard accessories

MEMO

View

Pro

Set-up, download & reporting PC software for MEMO Pro

MEMO

View

Lab

Frequency diagnostic PC software for use with MEMO Pro

Introduction
MHC-Memo instruments monitor high frequency Acoustic Emissions (AE) signals naturally generated by deterioration in rotating
machinery. Our unique way of detecting and processing these signals gives you condition related information in the easiest possible form.
They are state of the art Condition Monitoring instruments with extreme sensitivity to developing faults. With thousands of MHC portables
in use worldwide and countless successes on ball, roller, white metal and journal bearings, this is a claim we can substantiate.
How do they work ?
As the mechanical condition of machinery deteriorates, energy loss processes such as impacts, friction and crushing generate sound
wave activity that spans a broad range of frequencies. By detecting only the high frequency part of this signal with special AE sensors it is
possible to detect miniscule amounts of activity (e.g. a slight rub, a brief impact or the crushing of a single particle in the lubricant). The
patented MHC sensor gives improved repeatability and is remarkably rugged. With its magnetic front face its also quick to use.
A crucial step is to process these signals so that faults can be easily detected at an early enough stage to allow maintenance to be planned
but not to constantly give false alarms. This is where the Standard and Super Slo methods come into their own.
Headphones (with built-in ear defence) :
Irrespective of whether you are in Standard or Super Slo mode
you can listen to the nature of the signals in the headphones.
The special audio circuitry filters out normal vibrations and
audible sounds to let you clearly hear rubs, impacts etc. as
they happen. Different fault types sound like isolated clicks,
once per rev scuffing or frying food. The combination of the
headphones and the optional MHC-Airborne sensor provides
a powerful detection capability for air and vacuum leaks.

Distress increased from 4 to 26 however FFT Vibration

MISSED this!

It is important not to confuse our MHC instruments with

simple vibration meters. The high frequency detection of MHC
instruments provides an inherently better Signal to Noise Ratio
(SNR). It is this fundamental characteristic combined with our
patented signal processing methods that gives exceptional
sensitivity to developing faults without the need to enter
machine or bearing details.

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Finding lubrication problems
Distress readings are taken every month. When items are found with a value greater
than 10 its time to re-grease. The reduction in Distress confirms the improvement.
No need to know the speed, bearing type etc.

FindingLubrica8onProblems
14
12

Bearing1

Distress

10

Bearing2

8
6
4
2
0
1

Instant health checking

3 of the 5 motors have a Distress > 10. No need for calculations or previous machine
knowledge - its instant. Since re-greasing gave no improvement its clear there is
permanent damage.

BeforeGreasingA1er

Distress

Instant"Health"Checking
16
14
12
10
8
6
4
2
0
1

Confirming repair success

Measurements were taken to reveal a developing problem. When the bearing was
replaced the reduced Distress value immediately confirms a successful repair.

MotorNumber

ConrmingRepairSuccess
35

Distress

30
25
20
15
10
5
0

Find leaks FAST!

Save energy & money! Simply plug the airborne sensor (optional accessory) into one
of the portable products shown and listen on the headphones - you now have a
sensitive leak detector for compressed air. Be suprised how quickly and easily youll
find leaks that you never knew were there.
See a video demonstration at www.kittiwakeholroyd.com

Readingsat3weekintervals

Real life data shown in examples

MHC Memo - Classic - Instant Machine Health Checker

The entry level Memo-Classic features Standard mode with a 4 measurement point hold and temporary
store feature. Press the ON button, couple the magnetic sensor to the machine and youre away. It couldnt
be easier.
The Hold and Store function lets you compare readings on different machines (or parts of the same
machine) to home in on the problem and the headphones are a great help in identifying the type of activity.

MHC Memo Classic Plus - Instant & Versatile Machine Health Checker
If you like the simplicity of the Memo-Classic but in addition to Standard mode you need Super Slo mode then
the Memo-Classic Plus is simplicity itself.
In addition the MemoClassic Plus has a 32 measurement point non-volatile memory which is ideal for
comparing Standard or Super Slo readings on similar machines or keeping track of developments on a
machine of current concern.

MHC - Memo Pro - Route Mode Data Collector with PC Analysis Software
The Memo Pro is able to monitor a near unlimited number of machines on a periodic basis. In addition to storing
Standard and Super Slo modes within its walk around routes the Memo Pro can also store manually input values
from any other device (e.g. a pressure gauge, kVA meter etc.). The Memo Pro can hold up to 6 routes at a time,
each having up to 435 measurement points within a Site, Area, Machine & Point hierarchy.
All readings can be downloaded to the Memo View Pro software package supplied as standard. Memo View Pro
features Trend plots, Alarm Levels, Exception Reports, Missed Points List and User Notes. The addition of Capture
Spectrum and AutoLog functions make the Memo Pro the ultimate tool for Condition Monitoring specialists.

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MHC-Memo FEATURE

Memo Classic

Memo Classic Plus

Memo Pro

Headphones

Standard Mode (Std)

Super Slo Mode (Slo)

Manual Input

Software

Memo View Pro

Memo View Lab

AutoLog

4 points

Memory (permanent)

32

2592 points on 6 routes

FFT Frequency
Analysis capability

Route Naming
Heiracy

Compare previous
Values

PC Interface

5 Keys

10 Keys

10 Keys

Full trend analysis

software

Coms

USB

Memory (volatile)

Keypad

Features common to all variants

Measurement Std

Distress , dB Level

Measurement Slo

Super Slo : Peak, Intensity, Extent, dB Level. (Slo Mode not available on Memo Classic)

Earphone/defenders

Included

Carry Case

Included

Display

2 x 16 backlit LCD alphanumeric, Hold and Compare, Problem Alert, Coupling Alert

Keypad

Sealed membrane

Power save

After 8 mins

Audio out

Hi/Lo ranges

Dynamic Range

92 dB (40,000 : 1)

Op. Temp

0 - 50 deg C

Battery type

2 x PP3 / MN1604 (9v or equivalent)

Battery life

8hrs with backlight off (NiCd/NiMH), 34hrs (alkaline), 80hrs (LiMn)

Size

115(w) x 220(h) x 52(d)mm

Weight

800 g (approx)

MHC 1000 Series Sensor included as standard

Attachment

Standard magnetic front face

Size

83 x 34

Weight

250g (inc cable)

Cable

1m TNC, 50 ohm coax

Op temp

0 - 70 deg C

15 spectra
4 levels

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Memo - Data capture and analysis software :
Memo data capture and analysis software comes in 2 versions:
Memo

View Pro - a true machine database logging data (past readings, photo, alarm levels etc) against a 4 level heirachical
address structure (Site, Area, Machine and Point) with sophisticated report generation capabilities.
M
 emo View Lab takes the capabilities of Memo View Pro and extends them to include a true frequency analisys with harmonic
analisys and export of captured data to third party sofware packages.
Memo View Pro
Memo View Pro is a full functionality route mode software package for use with the MHC-Memo Pro instrument. It is designed
around a machine database with Site, Area, Machine and Point fields of hierarchy. Meausurements are taken in Route lists but
can be analysed in flexible Action lists irerespective of which Routes they were taken on. Report generation is simplified using the
Exception Report, Missed Points listing and the summary printouts showing graphical trends, tabulated readings and even user
input machine photos. Organisation and control of the CM task is further aided by features such as User Notes and a Calendar
giving a reminder when measurements need to be taken on specific Routes.

Results, alarms, trends, time & date.

Route planning & machinery detail

Memo View Lab

Memo View Lab software takes as its input the
Capture Spectrum files recorded on the MHCMemo Pro instrument and displays them as a
frequency spectrum to aid in the identification of
defects present.

With Memo View Lab youre just a click away from

the information you need!

Spectra can be cursor interrogated and overlaid

with harmonic markers either manually entered
or derived from the defect frequency calculator.
Provision is made for exporting of the numerical
values of spectra datapoints (e.g. for viewing in a
third party spreadsheet).

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An explanation of the operating modes
Standard Mode
Standard mode is a powerful way of processing the minor clicks and crunches associated with the earliest
stages of mechanical deterioration in machinery rotating down to ~ 35 rpm. dB Level and Distress values
take just 15 seconds and theres no need to enter any information about the machine (such as bearing type,
size or number) or even shaft speed. Distress is so sensitive it will even detect inadequate lubrication giving
you the opportunity to remedy the problem before any permanent damage has occurred.

Usual interpretation

Super Slo Mode

Super Slo mode makes quick work of sensitively monitoring machinery rotating as slowly as 0.25 rpm (4
minutes per rev !). The only information needed is the number of seconds per revolution and the patented
Super Slo method does the rest.
In just 9 revolutions youll get the dB Level, Peak, Intensity and Extent signal characterisations. Each of these
has its role to play but for spreading damage (the most usual form of deterioration) its the Extent reading
that is the most powerful.

Usual interpretation

Capture Spectrum (requires Memo View Lab)

Capture Spectrum lets you view and analyse the envelope spectrum to reveal repetition (defect) frequencies. If, for example, you need
to know whether its an inner race or outer race defect thats causing the increased Distress then this is the feature for you. (Note :
Capture Spectrum is only suitable for machinery rotating above 120 rpm.)
AutoLog
AutoLog stores a sequence of successive readings of either Standard mode or Super Slo mode. The available AutoLog memory of
2,340 sets of readings can comprise any number of sequences in any combination of Standard and Super Slo modes. The instrument
keypad is used to control the length of each AutoLog sequence and to enter its fielname at the time of the measurement

Related products MHC-2000 and MHC-3000 series AE Sensors Spares and Accessories
About Kittiwake Holroyd Ltd
Holroyd are part of the Kittiwake group of companies. If your business is about condition monitoring of machinery, maintenance of industrial fuels and lubricants or monitoring
of exhaust gases then Kittiwake operate in your field of expertise. Established in 1993, Kittiwake has grown into a leading global provider of monitoring and testing
technology solutions with offices in the UK, Germany, Greece, USA, and Asia. Innovative technology solutions that make a real difference to your operations.
Have a look at our information center on www.condition-monitoring.com for hints and tips on how to maximize the benefits from your maintenance budget.

Kittiwake Holroyd Ltd

Via Gellia Mills
Matlock
Derbyshire
DE4 2AJ

Tel: +44 (0)1629 822060

Fax: +44 (0)1629 823516
[email protected]
www.Kittiwakeholroyd.com