AV Industrial Products Ltd

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Stand: 5A GJ 154

Date: 23rd-28th April

AV Industrial Products specialise in providing anti vibration mountings and rubber-to-metal components for vibration control solutions for varying applications, these can include marine engines.

Marine engine mounts are specially designed to isolate vibration and structural noise transmission from marinised engines. They are commonly used for internal combustion engines, gearboxes, pumps and motors amongst other types of equipment found on marine vessels. Our range of Silent Marine Mountings prevents vibration from travelling through the boats structure, protecting the vital components which are susceptible, and also greatly improving user comfort.

In the below diagram of our rubber AV mounting, shows how the design of our mounting is ideal to absorb the force generated by a propeller shaft in the water. The force from the propeller (thrust) should be applied to the longitudinal (2.5) direction.

When the direction of maximum flexibility has been is aligned a 90° to the crankshaft and the direction of maximum stiffness is aligned with the propeller, the Silent Marine anti vibration mounts can offer optimum vibration isolation, while accommodating thrust from the propeller.

It is important to help maintain a well-functioning, healthy rubber vibration mount because poor or worn out rubber mountings can cause a multitude of problems. One such problem is that the bearings can become rapidly worn out, gearboxes to become worn, struts to loosen or transmission failure. All of these problems can lead to great expense in repair bills. However they all can be prevented by using a high quality engine mounting.

The Silent Marine mountings are manufactured from High Performance Rubber and Mild Steel plates that comes as standard with Clear Zinc Plating to prevent rusting, an internal bump/rebound control stop which prevents the mountings from failing. The Silent Marine mountings are also available in Stainless Steel for corrosion resistance. A special 8.8 Grade height adjusting stud can also be supplied, which allows the engine and gearbox to aligned with the drive shaft, without fear of failing/shearing bolts.

As a guide to selecting the best type of marine engine mount for your engine, you need to consider:

• The make/model of engine.
• The number of engine mountings and gearbox mounts required.
• The number of cylinders it contains.
• The mass of the engine and gearbox.
• The existing mountings (if applicable).
• The weight distribution and thrust applied to the mounting.

An engine mount that is worn out and needs replacing can cause drive shaft misalignment, which in turn causes the universal joints to oscillate and subsequently wear. On larger vessels, the larger the diameter of the shaft and the more critical the alignment is, and there any misalignment is magnified over the length of the shaft, hence why a fully functioning marine engine mounts is critical.

If you would like any more information about our wide range of anti vibration mountings and what type would be most suitable for your application, please contact one of our highly trained and experience engineers on 

+44 (0116) 246 1261

 or email us on mail@avindustialproducts.co.uk or visit on www.avindustrialproducts.co.uk or www.vibration-mounts.co.uk

Diesel Generators are naturally prone to inducing Mechanical Vibrations. These undesirable vibrations are caused by the out of balance forces and gas fluctuations of the engine and vary depending on the number of cylinders, firing order and engine configuration.

Excessive vibration of a Diesel Generator can result in disturbances to adjoining structures and buildings, failure of components such as bearings, and reduced functionality of the Generator, which can ultimately result in breakdown. Vibration Control is therefore an important factor during the design stage and installation stage of the Generating Set.

A typical 4 cylinder engine running at 1500RPM (25Hz) will have its dominant vibration harmonic at 2nd Order Frequency (i.e. 50Hz) - This 2nd Order Harmonic is caused by the difference in inertia forces during the upward and downward stroke, due to the mass of the Pistons.

Spring Mountings

have a comparatively lower level of damping compared to Rubber mounts and generally provide high levels of deflection (typically 25mm, but can be up to 50mm). This high level of deflection results in extremely low natural frequencies, result in high levels of vibration reduction of up to 99%. However the low stiffness of these products can cause issues during Start-Up, Shut Down, Resonance and Mobile applications. Additional snubbers or restraints can be incorporated to control movement which could otherwise harm the spring mountings and any flexible connections

At AV Industrial Products Ltd, we specialise in the use of rubber to manufacture anti-vibration mountings for engines, pumps, compressors and a variety of different industrial equipment. Our engineers have an extensive experience of rubber within engineering, and we believe that rubber is one of the most useful and versatile materials.

Rubber products can come in many different forms, whether they are an anti-vibration mounting for an engine, protective rubber matting or rubber balls for sports. Different rubber compounds can have the following properties:

• Can be used to insulate electricity, isolate vibration, insulate from cold, seal from water and gases and prevent slips on surfaces.
• Temperature ranges from -80°C to +300°C.
• Soft enough to isolate shock from delicate, lightweight equipment or hard enough to be used to drill, machine or tap holes.
• Available in many different colours, from translucent to reds, yellows, blues, greens and blacks.
• Resistant to:
• Oils
• Fuels
• Weathering
• Ozone
• Acids and Bases
• Chemicals
• Able to be mould into any conceivable profile or complex shape.
• Can be extended to many times it’s own length and then return to its original shape within seconds.
• Some rubbers are self-extinguishing.
• Very cost effective when compared with other engineering materials.

All of our products are manufactured from the highest quality rubber, whether they a simple Bobbin mounting or a more complex Marine Mounting or Captive Mount, which provides the best combination of all of the above characteristics.

AV Industrial Products are able to manufacture in a wide range of rubber compounds, and our engineers can specify the best rubber material for your application. If you wish for some free advice on the best rubber compound for your application, please do not hesitate to call us on 

+44(0)116 2461 261

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AV INDUSTRIAL PRODUCTS LTD are a leading supplier of Anti-Vibration Mountings & Rubber to Metal Bonded Engineering Components based in Leicester.

Due to continued growth we are seeking an Engineering Manager and a Senior Application Engineer to join our successful team.

Engineering Manager

The role will be 'hands on' addition to our executive team managing a busy technical department and working with our OEM clients (Industrial Equipment Manufacturers) to offer sound Technical Solutions for new applications.

The ideal candidate will currently occupy a senior role within a similar company although not essential. More important is a 'can do' attitude and a willingness to learn.

Senior Application Engineer

The role will entail working with OEM clients offering technical solutions, conducting Vibration Calculations, and recommending Material/Product Selections. This will be achieved by discussing engineering projects with customers over the telephone and email together with developing new products. Other duties will include product testing to ensure products meet their specification. Some customer visits in support of our Technical Sales team will be necessary.

Experience within the Anti Vibration or Rubber Industry would be beneficial but not essential.

Both positions should have a minimum of HNC in Mechanical Engineering and a competitive remuneration package is available to the successful candidates.

To apply please send CV and Covering Letter to benc@avindustrialproducts.co.uk benc@avindustrialproducts.co.uk

The company's website can be found at www.avindustrialproducts.co.uk

Job Type: Permanent

AV Industrial Products are market leaders in the supply of Rubber Vibration Dampers and Anti Vibration Components.

Below are a few low cost products manufactured by AV which help reduce shock and vibration.

If you wish to enquire about any of our Rubber Dampers or engineering services, then please feel free to contact us;

+44 (0)116 2461 261

 or send us your enquiry

AV Industrial Products will be exhibiting at the CDPE (Critical Power & Decentralised Energy) 2018 show.

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Stand Number: B8

18th - 19th April 2018

AV Industrial Products will be exhibiting at the Hillhead 2018 Show.

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Stand Number: PC41

26th - 28th February 2018

AV Industrial Products will be exhibiting at the Lamma Show 2018. 

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Stand Number: 4124

17th-18th January 2018

AV Industrial Products will be exhibiting at the Executive Hire Show 2018. 

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Stand Number: X50

7th-8th February 2018

AV Industrial Products will be exhibiting at the Executive Hire Show

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Stand: X52

8th - 9th February

AV Industrial Products will be exhibiting at the Lamma Show 2017. 

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Hall: 4     Stand: 4110

18th-19th January