Torsional Vibration Analysis: Measuring the Whole Machinery Train at Once Sep 29, 2026 The more of a machinery driveline you can measure in the same moment, the less guesswork is left in the diagnosis. That principle sits… Read More
Hull Targets: Why a Yacht Must Hold Its Shape Out of the Water Aug 26, 2026 What a hull target measures, why it must precede driveline work, and what two South Florida haul-outs demonstrate. A yacht afloat and the same… Read More
What 3D Measurements Reveal About Alignment and Component Geometry Jul 31, 2026 Large marine and industrial components cannot always be evaluated through individual dimensions alone. A bore may meet its diameter requirement but not share the… Read More
The Advantage of Having a Machine Shop Behind the Field Team Jun 30, 2026 In marine and industrial service work, the job rarely goes exactly as planned. A vibration issue may lead to a worn coupling. An alignment… Read More
Propulsion Alignment: Choosing the Right Method for the Job May 6, 2026 When it comes to propulsion systems, alignment isn’t a one-size-fits-all situation. Every vessel has its own quirks, and the method you choose depends on… Read More
Tugboat Alignment Scope Expanded into Full Driveline Correction Mar 26, 2026 We were initially brought in to evaluate alignment across the propulsion system on a tugboat. As measurements and inspections progressed, it became clear the… Read More
Precision Shaft Alignment: A Sustainable Advantage in Modern Engineering Jan 21, 2026 Sustainability has become a defining priority across industrial and maritime operations. While much of the discussion centers on alternative fuels and emerging technologies, one… Read More
Engineering Reliability: AME’s Advanced Predictive Maintenance Solutions for Maritime & Industrial Operations Dec 15, 2025 In both maritime and industrial environments, equipment performance directly impacts safety, productivity, and operating costs. At AME, we build predictive maintenance programs that give… Read More
Trade Up Today: Save on the Latest Pruftechnik Tools! Dec 15, 2025 Now through December 31, 2025, AME is offering a unique opportunity to upgrade your alignment and condition monitoring tools. Through the Fluke Reliability Pruftechnik Buyback… Read More
The Future of Predictive Maintenance: Smarter Vibration Solutions Nov 19, 2025 In industrial and maritime maintenance, vibration analysis is no longer optional, it’s essential. The question today isn’t if you should monitor machinery, but how… Read More
A Day in the Life of a Maintenance Technician: When Precision Meets Simplicity Oct 23, 2025 In industrial and maritime maintenance, precision and efficiency are everything. Whether you’re aligning motors in a manufacturing plant or troubleshooting equipment offshore, every minute… Read More
Condition Monitoring Solutions for Industrial Sectors Aug 27, 2025 In competitive industrial markets, the reliability of machinery directly impacts productivity, safety, and profitability. From waste management facilities to water treatment plants, from energy… Read More
Why Predictive and Preventative Maintenance Programs Shouldn’t Be Optional Aug 8, 2025 After over thirty years in mechanical engineering, we can tell you one thing with certainty. Skipping on maintenance always costs more in the end.… Read More
Solve Downtime Headaches with the With Our Align & Conquer Guide Jul 15, 2025 Download the Free Guide Now Struggling with costly downtime, excessive repairs, or inefficient operations? Precision alignment could be the answer you’re looking for, and… Read More
Getting a 150′ Motor Yacht in Shipshape Jun 18, 2025 We recently worked on 150′ Azimut that has twin MTU 16V2000 M86 engines and ZF 3360 reduction gears, but like any vessel, it needed… Read More
Precision Alignment for Reliable Rail Operations Apr 25, 2025 When machinery alignment is off, the ripple effect can cripple industrial operations. Components under stress work much harder, which causes them to fail sooner.… Read More
The Hidden Threat of Marine Growth to Your Vessel’s Driveline Mar 20, 2025 Marine growth is a direct threat to your vessel’s performance and reliability, particularly when it comes to the driveline. For those of us in… Read More
Preparing for Dry Dock: Get Your Driveline Parts Ready Mar 11, 2025 When it’s time to haul your vessel into the yard for a dry dock planning ahead is a necessity, especially now with parts taking longer… Read More
Junior Achievement of South Florida Launches Career Exploration Initiative with Augmented Reality Dec 13, 2024 Junior Achievement of South Florida has taken its JA storefront experience to another level with the launch of its Career Exploration initiative! Apollo Middle School… Read More
AME reignites partnership with Fluke Reliability / PRUFTECHNIK Group Sep 18, 2024 AME is excited to renew its partnership with Fluke Reliability and PRUFTECHNIK Group, enhancing our focus of providing technology solutions for maritime and industrial mechanical… Read More
From Tiny Cracks to Big Fixes: The AME Team Save the Day on a Dredge Jul 29, 2024 If there’s one thing we’ve learned from working in the maritime world – even the smallest crack can sink the biggest ship…or at least… Read More
The Consequences of Misalignment on Rotating Equipment: Understanding Its Impact on Machinery Vibrations Jul 9, 2024 Rotating equipment such as pumps, motors, turbines, compressors, propeller shafts, and bearings need to be properly aligned to maintain efficiency, safety, and longevity. Misalignment… Read More
Understanding Condition Monitoring: The Backbone of Predictive Maintenance Jun 14, 2024 When it comes to predictive maintenance, the proactive approach stands on a reliable foundation…condition monitoring. This practice involves real-time tracking of equipment health to… Read More
Line Boring: Underrated Yet Crucial Machinery Repair May 9, 2024 Maintenance and repairs of vessel machinery is important for safety, efficiency, and longevity. Line boring, when required, is an important process that falls under the repair… Read More
How Specialists Like AME Tackle Vibration Challenges Apr 22, 2024 Ever hear the term “Like Clockwork”? This originates from the immaculate precision with which watches and clocks are built. Industrial mechanical systems such as… Read More
Press: Advanced Mechanical Enterprises Welcomes Paul Savage as New Operations Manager Mar 17, 2024 Fort Lauderdale, March 6, 2024 – Advanced Mechanical Enterprises (AME) proudly announces the appointment of Mr. Paul Savage as the new Operations Manager.… Read More
The Vibration Analysis Process Jan 22, 2024 Sea trials are conducted to evaluate the overall performance, safety, and reliability of vessels at sea. A crucial part of this is the vibration analysis process, designed… Read More
How to Prevent Costly Torsional Vibrations Dec 21, 2023 Torsional vibrations occur when a rotating shaft or other component in a machine experiences a twisting and oscillating movement. While this phenomenon can be… Read More
Condition Monitoring & Vibration Analysis Increases Efficiency and Performance of Yacht Propellers Nov 8, 2023 In today’s demanding yachting industry, the expectations placed on propellers for optimal efficiency and performance are higher than ever. To meet these expectations, condition… Read More
Ensuring Safe and Efficient Operation: The Importance of Class Surveys in Yachting Sep 26, 2023 In yachting, class surveys are a vital step to ensuring the safe and efficient operation of a vessel. This comprehensive assessment, conducted by a… Read More
When Standard Procedure Falls Short: How Combined Experience and Advanced Testing Equipment Lead to Innovative Solutions Aug 31, 2023 Few things are more frustrating than facing an issue with a vessel that “known” standard procedures cannot diagnose or fix. What do you do… Read More
How Motion Amplification Can Help Detect Structural Damage Jul 21, 2023 Motion Amplification (MA) is a groundbreaking technology that has revolutionized the field of vibration analysis and troubleshooting by providing a powerful tool to detect… Read More
Precision Alignment & Welding Jun 30, 2023 AME specializes in precision alignment, machinery repair, strut barrel/stern tube replacement, custom fabrication, welding services, and support/structural repairs on rotating equipment. These applications require… Read More
Differences Between A Feeler Gage and Laser/Optical Alignment May 15, 2023 As a maintenance manager, machinery operator, or vessel captain/chief engineer, ensuring your machinery operates efficiently and effectively is a top priority. One way to… Read More
Vibration: The Three Essential Parameters Apr 10, 2023 Vibration is a complex phenomenon that can be measured in a variety of ways. Three of the most important parameters used to measure vibration… Read More
Price of Poor Preparation: Yacht Maintenance In The 21st Century Mar 3, 2023 Maintaining yachts is a costly endeavor; even more so when proper planning does not take place. Poor planning, when it comes to yacht maintenance,… Read More
Unlocking the Possibilities of 3D Measurement Feb 20, 2023 Mechanized production is vitally important for many industries and businesses. As the demand for automated processes increases, so does the need for quick, reliable,… Read More
Modern CBM Technology Helping Machinery Operators Get To Solutions Faster Jan 24, 2023 In our last blog post, we touched on the beginnings of vibration analysis. Fast forward to 2023: With technology continuing to revolutionize our lives,… Read More
The History of Vibration Analysis Dec 28, 2022 What Is Vibration Analysis, and How Does It Work Vibration is a very powerful tool for troubleshooting mechanical defects in machinery. It’s like getting… Read More
See The Difference With Motion Amplification Oct 31, 2022 Vibration analysis graphs and charts are excellent ways to describe the health of a machine or structure. However, to the untrained eye, it’s often… Read More
Worn engine mounts may be the cause excessive vibration and misalignment Oct 5, 2022 Poor quality or worn engine mounts may cause excessive vibration and misalignment. Damaged or worn engine mounts should be replaced as soon as possible… Read More
AME Celebrates Its 30 Year Anniversary Aug 19, 2022 Founded by Rich Merhige in 1992, AME has pioneered the use of technologies and equipment to perform diagnostics, maintenance, and repair in industrial and… Read More
Streamline Your Yard Period Using Vibration Analysis Aug 1, 2022 When it comes to boat maintenance, we often find that the biggest source of lost time and money is the lack of pre-planning. All… Read More
You ran aground. Now what? Jul 18, 2022 Even the best navigators run aground. A vessel’s driveline is made to help absorb vibration and eliminate noise. When these precise systems are impacted… Read More
Junior Achievement of South Florida Marine Industry Storefront, Sea The World, Is Leased For The Next Three School Year Term Jun 27, 2022 We are proud to announce that Junior Achievement of South Florida’s Marine Industry Storefront, Sea The World, has extended its stay for the next three… Read More
Identifying A Structure’s Natural Frequency Using Bump Tests Jun 18, 2022 All structures have a natural frequency. Resonance is the excitation of a component’s, or combination of components (assembly), natural frequency. Why do we care… Read More
Wastewater Treatment Facility Reliability Using Condition Monitoring Mar 30, 2022 Filtering harmful and toxic elements, breaking down organic matter, and restoring oxygen are just a few ways wastewater treatment facilities protect a city’s population… Read More
Pump Repair Feb 28, 2022 Life, as we know it today, would not be possible without pumps – From controlling water levels, standard running water, and even fueling your… Read More
Transfer The Data Not The Person – Condition Monitoring Program Jan 28, 2022 It’s no secret that if Condition Monitoring (CM) practices aren’t implemented, machinery maintenance budgets will suffer. Constant emergency repairs negatively affect personnel morale, production… Read More
Correcting Shaft Misalignment with Optical Alignment Nov 29, 2021 No matter how diligent you are with your maintenance plan, almost all captains or crew will experience misalignment at one point or another. Misalignment… Read More
Troubleshooting Leaking Seals Nov 16, 2021 As a mechanical engineering services company and a distributor of Wartsila Seals and Bearings, one of the most common service calls we get is… Read More
Hull Deflection Effects on Shaft Alignment Oct 21, 2021 Hull deflection refers to the change in shape of a hull when being transported from its waterborne position to its drydock blocking. It is… Read More
AME is Named Authorized Product Distributor and Service Provider in South Florida for CMC Marine Sep 27, 2021 Exciting news! AME just expanded its product and service portfolio by joining forces and partnering with CMC Marine. AME is now an authorized product… Read More
Pump Mechanical Rebuild: Do it Right for a Longer Life Sep 16, 2021 An electrical mistake is known quickly–sparks fly, or the lights flicker. However, mechanical mistakes on machinery aren’t always apparent post-repair or after a rebuild.… Read More
Vibration Analysis – Prevent Unplanned Downtime Sep 1, 2021 Machinery vibration is often dismissed under the assumption nothing can be done to correct it. When noise and/or vibration appears, it typically indicates an… Read More
Alignment: Symptoms of Misalignment and Solutions to Achieve Precision Alignment Aug 16, 2021 All yacht captains, chief engineers, and/or crew will experience misalignment at one point or another, regardless of how sophisticated your maintenance plan is. Misalignment… Read More