In addition to the Training Seminars shown below, we also offer some videos that can be used for in house training


VR8500 TRAINING SEMINAR - NEW LOCATIONS IN 2008!

Vibration Research Corporation is offering training on our 8500 series shaker controllers. Don´t miss out on this opportunity to learn more about vibration control. These courses will help you and your lab become more efficient and knowledgeable in the vibration test world. Keep ahead of your competition by learning and using the latest technology available!

Course Brochure

Register NOW, as class size is limited! Call (616) 669-3028 or register online.

The total seminar cost per person is $695 USD. Additional persons from the same facility are $300 each.

OREGON

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8500 SW Nimbus Drive
Beaverton, OR 97008
August 20 - 21
8:45am - 4:30pm

MICHIGAN

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2385 Wilshere Drive, Suite A
Jenison, MI 49428
Sept 10 - 11
8:45am - 4:30pm
Recommended Hotel: Residence Inn Grand Rapids West
or Holiday Inn Express Grandville

FLORIDA

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5767 T.G. Lee Blvd
Orlando, FL 32822
October 28 - 29
8:45am - 4:30pm
Training Topics

Basic System Installation and software set-up

Hands-on "How to" do the following (plus many other features):

Configure Inputs (accelerometers)

Configure shaker limits for test safety

Run System Check mode for trouble shooting

Set up and run Sine tests as well as Resonance Track & Dwell

Use a strobe-scope

Set up and run Random tests, SoR, etc.

Use the new Kurtosion™ (kurtosis control) option in Random

Set up and run classical shock, user defined transient tests and SRS tests

Use the new Transient Capture software module

Record data with the VR8500

Use Random Import option to automatically create PSD’s from time history files

Set up and run FDR (Field Data Replication) tests – time history control

Basic and advanced reporting

New version 7 features such as Manual control of the amplitude during startup,
SoR and RoR enabled by schedule level, Adjusting parameters of stored test data,
and many new graphing features. See the complete list of version 7 features

Seminar Staff
Matt Millard

Matt Millard is the Product Support Engineer for Vibration Research. He is a mechanical engineer from Michigan Technological University where his studies focused on Sound and Vibration. He has over 8 years experience in sound and vibration ranging from Buzz, Squeak and Rattle testing to developing test specifications for automotive OEM's and suppliers.

John Van Baren

John Van Baren is the President of Vibration Research, which he founded in 1995. He is a graduate of Calvin College and the University of Michigan Engineering School. He is a Registered Professional Engineer State of Michigan. His experience includes 15 years in the Research and Development Department at a large environmental test equipment manufacturer. He has designed shaker systems, shaker amplifiers, shaker controllers, and thermal controllers. He was a pioneer in the application of time history replication on electrodynamic shakers, and continues to guide the company forward as a leader in the field of vibration control. He also has an interest in General Aviation.

Dan Van Baren

Dan Van Baren is the Senior Software Engineer of Vibration Research. A graduate of Calvin College, he spent 15 years integrating control systems with industrial applications. Experienced with industrial applications and integrating diverse products together, Dan can provide the glue for your special application.

Philip Van Baren

Philip Van Baren is the Vice President of Engineering at Vibration Research. He received his Bachelor of Science in Engineering from Calvin College, and his Masters of Science in Electrical Engineering from the University of Michigan, where he studied Control Systems and Signal Processing, and performed research on high intensity phased array ultrasound in the Biomedical Ultrasonics Laboratory.