Our Services

Specialist Mechanical Engineering & Vibration Consultancy - Proven Across Industries

We solve complex mechanical challenges in vibration, dynamics, and mechanical design, combining 29+ years of specialist experience with a proven, systematic process.

From investigation and testing through to solution design and long-term support, our services deliver reliable, evidence-based results that reduce downtime, improve performance, and ensure compliance.

Core Service Categories

Mechanical Engineering Consultancy

Improving machinery, structures, and mechanical systems for optimal performance, reliability, and compliance:

  • Mechanical Engineering

    Troubleshooting, optimisation, and system improvement. Resolved severe structural vibration at a quarry plant by identifying counterfeit anti-vibration (AV) mounts and replacing them with correctly specified isolators, verified via Finite Element Analysis (FEA), Experimental Modal Analysis (EMA), and bench testing — restoring safe operation and securing manufacturer payment.

  • Mechanical Design

    Practical, manufacturable solutions for new and retrofit systems.

  • Failure Analysis & Reliability Engineering

    Identifying and resolving the root causes of mechanical failures to prevent recurrence.

  • Maintenance Support

    Extending service life through strategic maintenance planning.

  • Physical Measurements & Instrumentation

    Accurate, high-resolution measurements to inform engineering analysis and design decisions.

  • Finite Element Analysis (FEA)

    Advanced structural and dynamic simulations for performance optimisation.

  • Model Updating

    Refining analytical models using real-world test data for improved prediction accuracy.

Vibration Consulting

Diagnosing, controlling, and preventing vibration problems in machinery, structures, and sensitive environments:

  • Vibration Analysis – Root-cause investigation using test-led measurement and advanced diagnostics. Achieved full API 619 compliance for a Roots Systems gas compressor by diagnosing a 47.2 Hz frame resonance and implementing a stiffening modification. Post-modification audit confirmed all main bearing vibration levels met API 619 thresholds.
  • Vibration Engineering – Designing targeted solutions to eliminate or minimise vibration at the source. Eliminated quarry plant resonance by specifying AV mounts matched to large-displacement screening equipment, verified through transmissibility measurements and operational testing.
  • Vibration Control – Reducing vibration through structural modifications, damping, and tuned isolation.
  • Vibration Isolation – Protecting sensitive equipment from harmful vibration. Restored quiet in a Belgian high-rise penthouse by isolating a 58.33 Hz rooftop telecommunications vibration source. Post-installation Fast Fourier Transform (FFT) testing showed the vibration peak was eliminated.
  • Vibration Testing – Accurate field and laboratory measurement for performance validation.
  • Vibration Monitoring – Industrial – Continuous protection for manufacturing environments.
  • Vibration Monitoring – Commercial – Safeguarding sensitive spaces and equipment.
  • Modal Testing – Determining natural frequencies and mode shapes for design optimisation.
  • Structural Dynamics – Predicting and controlling the response of structures to dynamic forces.
  • Strain Measurements – High-precision stress and strain monitoring in real-world operation.
  • NVH (Noise, Vibration, Harshness) – Ensuring acoustic comfort and compliance in mechanical systems.

Noise & Vibration Management

Integrated solutions to control, mitigate, and prevent noise and vibration impacts:

Specialist & Compliance Services

Industry-specific solutions for demanding environments and strict standards:

  • Solving Complex Vibration Issues – Comprehensive investigation and remediation of challenging vibration problems. Quarry plant project: Identified AV mount performance failure via transmissibility measurements; new mount design eliminated severe worker-impacting vibration.
  • API 619 Vibration Compliance – Meeting stringent compressor vibration standards. Roots Systems compressor case: Post-modification API 619 audit confirmed vibration levels reduced to within allowable limits.
  • Structural Optimisation – Improving performance and reducing failures through design refinement.

Our Proven Process

  1. Investigate – Understand the challenge and operating context.
  2. Test – Capture accurate real-world data.
  3. Analyse – Identify root causes using advanced engineering tools.
  4. Design – Develop practical, cost-effective solutions.
  5. Support – Provide long-term monitoring and assistance.

Benefits of Working with Us

  • Reduced downtime and maintenance costs.
  • Longer equipment lifespan and improved reliability.
  • Compliance with API, ISO, and other key standards.
  • Proven track record with 29+ years of hands-on experience.
  • Clear, actionable reports for technical and management teams.

Industries We Serve

  • Manufacturing & Process Industries
  • Energy & Power Generation
  • Oil, Gas & Petrochemical
  • Research & Technology Facilities
  • Aerospace & Defence
  • Automotive & Off-Highway
  • Construction & Building Services
  • Recycling & Mining

From first diagnosis to long-term performance — we’re with you every step.

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Author

Paul Schmitz MBA CEng MIMechE MIoA
Director, Mechanical Engineering Consultants
Chartered Mechanical and Acoustical Engineer with 29 years of hands-on experience in vibration, dynamics, and reliability engineering.
Specialist in investigation, testing, FEA, model updating, and standards compliance (BS, EN, ISO, API, RTCA, Mil-Std-810) across manufacturing, oil & gas, aerospace, and research facilities.
Published: 15 August 2025