Foundation Vibration Amplitude
Calculate expected foundation vibration amplitude from compressor unbalanced forces. Per GMRC guidelines, high unbalanced forces that are not dissipated by the foundation can cause instrumentation failures, small-bore piping failures, fastener loosening, and other problems. This calculator provides a simplified estimate for preliminary design.
Foundation Properties
lbs
Hz
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Compressor Data
RPM
Unbalanced Forces
From compressor OEM data or pulsation study
lbs
lbs
ft-lbs
Acceptance Criteria
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Vibration theory, dynamic response, damping, and acceptance criteria