ALBANY, N.Y., April 27, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- MTI
Instruments, Inc. ("MTI Instruments"), a wholly-owned
subsidiary of Mechanical Technology, Incorporated (NASDAQ: MKTY),
long known as the creators of industry leading aircraft engine
maintenance diagnostic systems, continues their impressive legacy
with their newest addition of the PBS-4100+ Portable Vibration and
Balancing System, "PBS Gen 4."
"We are excited to announce our new PBS Gen 4 as it is fully
portable, lightweight and rugged, and more importantly, it is the
most powerful system in its class on the market," said MTI
Instruments' President, Moshe
Binyamin. "Additionally, this compact form factor system is
designed to be used on the go with extended frequency range. We
also expanded the capability set to include numerous innovative
capabilities."
The PBS Gen 4 is designed for commercial aviation mobile
applications, featuring a new high-visibility case and up to four
hours of continuous use on a single battery charge.
Included in the new system is a third tachometer input,
supporting three-spool engines and geared-reduction fans giving the
technician more information than ever before. The frequency range
has been extended to 25 kHz, to support turboshaft and APU testing
which streamlines vibration survey and balancing processes. With
engine backup and restoration capabilities, users can be sure
engine parameters are configured correctly every time. While
the unit reflects the latest in balancing system technology, it
remains easy to use with limited training required, especially for
technicians familiar with previous iterations of MTI's PBS
systems.
The PBS Gen 4 integrates features that ensure the system is
easier to use than any PBS before it.
"The new cable check is a fantastic addition which, once it hits
the market, I believe will quickly become the new standard in the
future," said Hamish Haridas, Field
Service Representative, Vital Link Europe Ltd. "The quick
switch is also a great addition which will alleviate having to
remind the operators that conducting vibration survey is in another
'screen', making balancing seamless."
The new software has enhanced protection against online threats,
with continuing updates provided, ensuring seamless workflow and
limited downtime due to cybersecurity issues.
"The true differentiator is all of the technology and software
packed into a simple easy to use interface," said Ken Ameika, Global Director of Sales at MTI
Instruments. "Today and tomorrow, when engine vibration levels need
to be negated, the WinPBS balancing wizard will get the job done
quickly and easily. It even supports both trial weight and stored
influence coefficient balancing methods. There is no other system
on the market that can do what the PBS-4100+ does as efficiently
and easily."
With vibration diagnostics that can help identify vibration
sources and onboard spectral analysis finding potential problems
before they occur, the system helps identify concerns before they
become safety risks in-flight situations. With unique tachometer
signal conditioning circuitry, speed signals from all engine types,
as well as tachometer generators, add a higher level of
diagnostics, available only to users of the PBS-4100+ system.
For more information about the PBS Gen 4 or to find a local MTI
Instruments dealer near you, visit www.mtiinstruments.com.
About MTI Instruments
Based in Albany, New York, MTI
Instruments, Inc., a wholly-owned subsidiary of Mechanical
Technology, Incorporated, is a global leader in non-contact
measurement tools and condition-based monitoring systems with a
growing customer base spanning more than 60 countries. MTI
Instruments has a rich history in innovation for developing and
manufacturing sensors and systems to help clients secure the
highest level of accurate measurements in order to drive
innovation, identify efficiencies and increase competitiveness. MTI
Instruments provides comprehensive solutions to better address
challenges and applications within numerous industries, including
industrial manufacturing, consumer electronics, semiconductor,
solar, commercial and military aviation, automotive, transportation
and R&D. For more information, please visit:
www.mtiinstruments.com.
Contact Information:
Jess
Olszowy
jolszowy@mtiinstruments.com
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