Machine Foot
Machine feet are used in separators as load-bearing and vibration-damping components to securely mount the units to the foundation or hull. They isolate the equipment from vibrations and shocks caused by operation and sea conditions, thereby reducing noise in the engine room. They are typically designed for high loads, limited installation spaces and marine environmental conditions.
Area of application
Machine feet are also used with separators in shipbuilding to ensure the safe installation and flexible mounting of the units on the ship’s foundation. Their specific application involves transmitting high static loads while simultaneously damping vibrations caused by operation and sea conditions. They compensate for unevenness, height differences and misalignment between the separator and the foundation. As a result, machine feet contribute significantly to the operational safety, smooth operation and service life of separators.
Technical details
Rubber-metal composite machine feet for separators consist of load-bearing metal bodies with an integrated elastic rubber layer for vibration isolation. The metal provides load-bearing capacity and secure mounting, while the rubber effectively dampens vibrations, shocks and structure-borne noise. Technically, these machine feet are designed for high static and dynamic loads, axial and radial forces and limited installation spaces. In addition, they feature height-adjustable elements, are largely resistant to seawater, oil and temperature extremes and are designed for continuous operation of separators.
Characteristics
Rubber-metal composite machine bases for separators are characterized by their high load-bearing capacity combined with effective vibration and structure-borne noise damping. They ensure reliable elastic decoupling even under continuous dynamic loads caused by sea swell and operation. A key feature is their resistance to oil, seawater, moisture and temperature fluctuations, making them ideal for continuous maritime operation. In addition, they enable precise alignment and leveling of the separators while offering a compact design and maintenance-free operation.