What training and knowledge is required to take measurements and to interpret envelope readings?
A user must be trained to be careful and consistent in setting up and taking measurements: location of points on the machine to be measured, direction to hold the sensor, pressure of the sensor against the machine, and so on. Experience and practice will improve consistency and accuracy. You could plan to attend a formal training session held by the apt Group where you will learn basic bearing knowledge and the fundamentals of the tool, such as signals in which frequency content is important, how to be consistent, what envelope readings mean, trending, limitations of the technology, and so on. Read your user manuals (QuickStart, Training Guide, and Reference Manual) to find out all the things your tool can tell you. Subscribe to, and read, as many industry publications as you can. Attend as many industry sponsored conferences and seminars as you can. Your return on the use of this tool is directly proportional to your efforts to learn about it.
