Vibration analysis was a specialist craft. In 2026 AI tools are picking up bearing defect signatures faster, cheaper, and at scale. Here is the practical guide.
IoT Vibration Sensors Under $50: A Game-Changer for Mid-Size Plants
The cost of IoT vibration sensors has collapsed by 85% since 2019. The result: continuous condition monitoring is now economically viable for any plant with critical rotating equipment.
How to Detect Bearing Wear by Vibration: 5 Patterns You Should Recognise
Vibration analysis catches bearing problems weeks or months before they become audible. Here are the five signature patterns every maintenance technician should recognise.


