Casella continues to help businesses reduce risks from exposure to vibration

New CEL-960 Human Vibration Meter offers remote operation for more easier measurement of hand-arm and whole-body vibration.

Further demonstrating its commitment to helping employers reduce or eliminate the risks associated withexposure to vibration, Casella CEL has launched its lightweight CEL-960 Human Vibration Meter, complete with associated dB98 software, and featuring remote operation mode for easier measurements and better quality data.

This cutting-edge instrument features a compact yet robust design and is purpose developed to measure ‘hand-arm’ (HAV) and ‘whole-body’ (WBV) vibrations, according to the requirements of European Directive 2002/44/EC. Hand-arm vibration is associated with the use of hand-held power tools and can be the cause of significant ill health, including painful and disabling disorders of the blood vessels, nerves and joints.

Whole-body vibration is transmitted through a seat or feet of employees who drive mobile machines, or other work vehicles, over rough and uneven surfaces as a main part of their job. Large shocks and jolts may cause health risks, including back pain.

Exposure measuring for HAV or WBV vibration is made exceptionally simple with the CEL-960, having just one button to operate the unit. It can also be easily operated remotely via Bluetooth to a laptop or tablet PC which means that the person conducting the measurement does not get in the way of the machine operator whose exposure is being monitored. This allows a better quality of data to be collected.

Comprising an acquisition unit, signal processing, data storage and data transfer, the CEL-960 measures tri-axial vibration levels and offers signal and 1/3 octave spectrum recording. It also features a presence detector (for whole body vibration) and warning light, as well as 20-hour operating life.

Fully compliant with standards ISO 8041 (2005), ISO 5349 (2001) and ISO 2361 (1997), the CEL-960 comes complete with transducer, desktop charger, dB96 wireless remote control software, carrying case, CD and documentation.
Casella Measurement, a wholly-owned subsidiary of IDEAL Industries Inc, comprises Casella Monitor, which manufactures ambient gas analysers and pollution monitoring systems, and Casella CEL, producers of industrial hygiene, occupational health and monitoring equipment.

Established since 1799, Casella Measurement’s market leading products are exported world-wide through an extensive network of distributors and agents. A truly global business, the rapidly expanding company has offices in North America, Spain, India and China.

For product information please contact: Casella Measurement, Regent House, Wolseley Road, Kempston, Bedford, MK42 7JY tel: +44 (0) 1234 844100; visit www.casellameasurement.com