In industrial environments, vibration is one of the biggest threats to efficiency and reliability. Left unmanaged, vibration causes excess wear, increases noise, shortens component life and leads to costly downtime. The right anti-vibration solution is not simply about fitting standard mounts, it requires precise, data-driven engineering and validation.
At AV Industrial Products Ltd, our engineering services ensure that every solution is designed, tested and validated to deliver maximum performance. Through a combination of advanced computer modelling, on-site vibration analysis and material testing, we help our clients achieve more reliable operations.
Why Engineering Matters in Vibration Control
Incorrectly chosen or installed mounts can amplify vibration rather than control it. Without a proper understanding of system dynamics, you risk structural fatigue and premature equipment failure.
Our in-house engineering services address these challenges by predicting system behaviour and validating performance through comprehensive testing. This proactive approach not only improves equipment reliability but also reduces whole-life operating costs.
Our Key Engineering Services
Computer Modelling and Simulation:
We use non-linear rubber modelling and six degrees of freedom (6 DoF) simulations to predict how equipment will behave under real operating conditions. This enables us to avoid resonance, optimise stiffness and damping, and design mounting systems that are proven before production.
Each project begins with the creation of a digital model, built using finite element analysis (FEA). This allows our engineers to simulate external loads, vibration inputs and dynamic responses across multiple axes. This process significantly reduces development time and minimises costly post-installation adjustments.
Vibration Surveys and FFT Analysis:
We operate with the latest Fast Fourier Transform (FFT) vibration analysis equipment, giving a detailed picture of how equipment is performing in the real world. We identify dominant frequencies, diagnose problem areas and confirm improvements after new mounts are installed.
By converting time-domain signals into frequency-domain information, FFT analysis identifies dominant frequencies, harmonics and excitation sources. With these insights, we can fine-tune mount stiffness or damping coefficients to achieve optimal isolation.
Rubber Analysis and Reverse Engineering:
Rubber compound selection is critical to the long-term performance of your equipment. We are able to conduct a range of rubber analysis, including the material type, specific gravity, oil and fuel swell rates. Alongside this, we also conduct laboratory testing and offer reverse engineering, ensuring that replacement parts maintain the same mechanical and environmental performance as the originals.
Prototype Moulding and Testing:
For new designs and products, our team is able to produce single cavity tooling. These prototypes allow us to validate, test and evaluate designs before full-scale production. We conduct endurance and fatigue tests under static and dynamic loads, ensuring that performance matches simulation predictions.
Our dynamic load testing measures displacement, hysteresis and damping ratios, all critical indicators of how the mount behaves over time. By validating performance against simulation data, we ensure that every design performs consistently across its full operational load range.
Application Support and Mounting Proposals:
Our engineers provide tailored mounting proposals based on load distribution, orientation and environmental factors. Whether your mount is standardised or bespoke, we ensure that the mounting system fits the equipment perfectly.
Our team is able to provide technical support and product recommendations for a number of industrial applications, including construction, railway, electric, industrial machinery and more!
Quality and Verification:
At AV Industrial Products, we are accredited to ISO9001 and ISO14001, and follow a strict quality control regime for components manufactured. This includes testing and inspection to various quality standards such as ASTM D2000, ISO3302, ASTM D395 and BS6000.
This process ensures consistent performance, traceability and long-term durability. Our vibration testing verifies hardness, compression set and tensile strength, while routine audits ensure ongoing compliance with both environmental and quality management requirements.
The Benefits of Our Engineering Services:
By combining these services, we deliver measurable improvements in equipment performance:
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Reduced vibration transmission: Often by 70% or more.
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Extended equipment life: By lowering cyclic stresses and fatigue.
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Lower noise levels: Improving operator comfort and compliance with noise regulations.
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Improved reliability: Reducing unexpected failures and downtime.
Applications Across Industries
Our engineering services are trusted in sectors such as:
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Power Generation: Improving generator reliability and protecting sensitive components.
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Marine and Offshore: Designing mounts with high load capacity and resistance to harsh environments.
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Railway and Mass Transit: Controlling noise and vibration from compressors and fans.
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Industrial machinery: Isolating vibration to improve precision and extend machine life.
Why Early Involvement is Key
Vibration control is most effective when integrated at the design stage, rather than added later as a fix. By involving our engineering team early, our clients benefit from predictive modelling, tailored mount proposals and validated solutions before mass production or installation.
At AV Industrial Products Ltd, we go beyond supplying anti-vibration mounts, we provide engineering services that optimise equipment performance. From advanced simulation and vibration surveys to prototype testing and quality verification, we deliver solutions that reduce vibration, extend equipment life and lower long-term costs.
When performance matters, our engineering expertise makes the difference.
