Data Collection
Hand-held Devices for Route-Based Condition Monitoring
SDT’s handheld data collectors streamline your condition monitoring efforts by helping your maintenance and reliability team easily detect, diagnose, and prevent asset failures before they occur.
While both handheld tools and permanent monitoring systems hold a place in a complete reliability strategy, handheld data collectors are uniquely suited for targeted, high-resolution data collection, delivering precision when and where it’s needed most.
Data Collection Systems
Our Data Collection Systems leverage multiple sensor technology inputs to gather a holistic asset view. Combining the sensitivity of ultrasound with the analytical prowess of vibration enables reliability teams to detect faults early, optimize asset performance, and extend equipment life.
Our Permanent Monitoring Solutions
SDT340
The SDT340 is a multi-functional data collector for diagnosing defects in mechanical, fluid, and electrical systems. Fully compatible with UAS3 Software.
Wi-care Pure
A wireless handheld vibration analyzer that adds depth to mechanical diagnostics and integrates seamlessly with the I-see™ platform.
LUBExpert
Monitor friction in real-time to perform lubrication tasks with precision and eliminate over- and under-lubrication. Fully compatible with UAS3 Software.
ULTRAChecker
A straightforward and affordable tool designed for Operator Driven Reliability and ideal for fault detection within mechanical, fluid, and electrical systems.
Straightforward Condition Monitoring
Complex tools slow down inspections and obscure valuable insights which leads to costly downtime and reactive maintenance culture. SDT’s suite of handheld data collectors is engineered for precisions, versatility, and simplicity.
SDT340
Advanced Ultrasound & Vibration Data Collector
Reliability teams depend on accurate, timely data to stay ahead of asset failures. The SDT340 is an advanced, multi-functional condition monitoring platform that combines ultrasound, vibration, temperature, and tachometer measurements in one portable tool.
Built for in-field diagnostics, it empowers reliability professionals with high-resolution data, onboard analytics, intuitive navigation, while offering complete coverage across mechanical, fluid, and electrical systems.
Multi-Functionality: Record and analyze ultrasound, vibration, temperature, and tachometer data for a holistic asset health view.
Data Resolution & Measurement Duration: Capture up to 256k samples/sec with FoCUS Mode engaged and record up to 10-minute-long samples for extreme slow-rotating assets.
Advanced On-Screen Analytics: Visualize Time Waveform and Spectrum data on screen for immediate in-field feedback.
User-Friendly Navigation: A 7-Level Tree Structure, alarm indicators, and survey/off-route modes simplify data collection across your facility. Navigational images also help with route-based monitoring.
Wi-care Pure
Wireless Tri-Axial Vibration Analysis seamlessly integrated with the I-see™ Platform.
Bring the powerful I-see™ Platform into the field with the Wi-care Pure. A wireless, vibration data collector that captures high quality condition monitoring data on mechanical systems, then syncs seamlessly with I-see for instant analysis, trending, and reporting.
Accurate Tri-Axial Vibration Diagnostics: Capture accurate vibration data for quick fault detection including imbalance, misalignment, looseness, and bearing defects.
I-see™ Integration: Syncs effortlessly with I-see™ for advanced analysis, dashboard reporting, route management, and CMMS connectivity.
User-Centric Design: Lightweight and wireless with a user-friendly dashboard, the Wi-care Pure is ideal for both route-based inspections and spot checks.
Versatile Measurement Capabilities: Capable of analyzing a wide frequency range to support diagnostics across a number of mechanical systems and assets.
Wireless Communications Protocol: Eliminate trip hazards and improve operator mobility with the wireless Wi-care Pure sensors.
ULTRAChecker
Straightforward Data Collection for Operator-Driven Reliability
Operator-Driven Reliability empowers frontline staff to detect and report potential issues early, but most condition monitoring tools are needlessly complex for the simple requirements of ODR. The ULTRAChecker solves that by offering a simple, affordable, and effective ultrasound solution designed for identifying potential equipment issues and enhancing operational safety.
Dual Detection Modes: Combines airborne and structure-borne measurement capabilities, making for a versatile monitoring tool.
Ease of Use: Designed with simplicity in mind, ULTRAChecker is an accessible entry level tool for easy diagnosis of mechanical, fluid, and electrical system defects.
Built for Frontline Engagement: Lightweight, durable, intuitive, and affordable. ULTRAChecker is ideal for integrating more personnel into your reliability efforts.
LUBExpert
A Monitoring & Management Solution for World-Class Lubrication
Machinery lubrication is the single biggest factor affecting bearing life and asset reliability. But many programs still rely on outdated, time-based intervals. LUBExpert offers a condition-based approach to precisely re-lubricating bearings.
By enabling lubrication technicians to monitor, manage, and optimize lubrication tasks in real time, while comparing the data to historic results, LUBExpert indicates exactly when enough lubricant has been replenished, eliminating over- and under-lubrication failure modes.
- Condition-Based Lubrication Control: Real-time friction monitoring and historical data comparisons ensures the right amount of grease is applied.
- Acoustic LUBE Adapter: Mounts securely to grease fittings, freeing up technicians’ hands and ensuring consistent, repeatable lubrication and data collection.
- Integrated with UAS3: Track bearing types, grease quantities, and lubrication history to enable informed, strategic decisions and reporting.
- Dynamic Ultrasound Analysis: Analyze dynamic ultrasound data captured during lubrication tasks to detect failure modes lubrication can’t fix.
Control friction with precision by monitoring your greasing tasks with LUBExpert: A better way to lubricate bearings.
Clear Benefits of SDT’s Data Collectors
How to Start a Condition Monitoring Program
Getting started with condition monitoring doesn’t have to be overwhelming. Below is a simple five step process to get started.
01
Define Goals
Determine what asset performance metrics you want to improve, such as uptime, energy efficiency, or maintenance costs.
02
Assess Criticality
Identify which of those assets are most vital to operations and where ultrasound or vibration can have the biggest impact.
03
Get Expert Guidance
Schedule a free consultation with SDT’s reliability specialists to tailor a strategy that aligns with your goals.
04
Find the Right Tools
Choose the monitoring solution that will work best for your program objectives and operational challenges.
05
Record Wins
Start documenting early successes to build momentum and demonstrate the value of your program.
Working Together
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At SDT Ultrasound Solutions, we’ve spent over 50 years helping organizations around the world elevate their reliability programs. Through our tools, training, and services, we help teams reduce unplanned downtime, optimize maintenance schedules, protect critical assets, and continuously improve performance.
Don’t settle for reactive maintenance and recurring failures.