Acoem Wireless Balancer Matches FALCON Accuracy in the Paper Industry

Country: France
Application: Paper Industry

EXECUTIVE SUMMARY

A major French paper manufacturer successfully field-tested Acoem’s new Wireless Balancer to evaluate its performance compared to the industry-standard Falcon. The goal was to assess productivity, accuracy, and user comfort during short maintenance windows requiring multiple asset balancing. The test, conducted by Acoem certified experts, demonstrated identical balancing results between the Wireless Balancer and the Falcon, while significantly improving ease of use and setup time.

The Challenge

The customer needed to balance multiple rotating assets within very limited downtime, a common situation in the paper industry. The traditional wired setup, although accurate, was time-consuming and introduced safety risks due to cable routing and limited maneuverability around machines. The complexity of conventional programs wasn’t an issue for their expert users, but improving productivity was a key objective.

Potential consequences: Delays in balancing operations, prolonged downtime, safety concerns, and potential reduction in machine performance and lifetime due to suboptimal balancing.

The Solution

Implemented Product: Acoem Wireless Balancer, tested in parallel with the Falcon.
Why Acoem: As long-time users of the Falcon and familiar with Acoem’s reliability solutions, the customer trusted Acoem to provide an innovative tool that could match their high expectations for precision and efficiency.
How it helped:
- Fast sensor installation thanks to wireless setup
- Enhanced mobility and comfort for the maintenance team
- Dual-plane synchronous measurement for improved result interpretation
- Results compared live with FALCON to validate precision and repeatability

The Results

Accuracy: Identical balancing results between the Acoem Wireless Balancer and the Falcon.
Productivity: Faster setup without cables, saving valuable time during short downtime windows
Comfort & Safety: Free movement around machines without wired constraints
User feedback: Expert users appreciated the immediate display of dual-plane results, allowing faster analysis even in complex cases

The Impact

This test didn’t just validate the Acoem Wireless Balancer — it highlighted its potential to transform balancing operations in industrial environments.

By reducing overall balancing time, eliminating cable-related risks, and simplifying use for both seasoned experts and newer technicians, the Wireless Balancer introduces a new standard in usability and efficiency. With lower maintenance needs (no cables to clean or replace), it also promises longer-term operational benefits.

The test confirms: Acoem’s Wireless Balancer is ready for real-world demands — delivering precision, safety, and speed where it matters most.

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