Another FAQ refers to the maintenance a CALMFLOOR active mass damper (AMD) requires. The simple answer is, they’re minimal maintenance, maximum reliability.

CALMFLOOR’s out-of-the-box AMD units are engineered for longevity to run autonomously, silently and without disruption, for decades. Most systems need maintenance – CALMFLOOR AMDs barely notice the passing of time. 

When people ask how much maintenance CALMFLOOR’s active mass damping units require, the answer will usually surprise them.

Engineered for longevity

CALMFLOOR AMDs are built for long-term performance. Each 67kg (148lbs) unit has a design life of 15 years, but in accelerated life testing, it’s proven serviceable even after five decades of simulated use – an engineering first in active vibration control. That’s 50 years of reliable vibration control without structural intervention, invasive servicing or costly replacements.

Why do CALMFLOOR AMDs last so long?

CALMFLOOR AMDs have an extensive lifespan because they’re designed differently. Here’s what you’ll find – and won’t find inside every unit:

  • No belts, gears or conventional contact-based drive systems
  • High-grade magnetic motors that deliver active vibration control with minimal friction
  • Counterweights supported via a single, ultra-durable slideway
  • Internal components that are isolated from dust and debris

Less contact means less wear. Fewer moving parts means fewer failure points. It’s the calibre of engineering and reliability that traditional mass-based systems, so laden with structural complexity, simply can’t match.

What maintenance do CALMFLOOR AMDs require?

For most buildings, maintenance is limited to a simple annual inspection. Our units run silently and self-monitor in real time. You won’t find oil changes, mechanical adjustments or mid-life overhauls on the schedule.

When connected to the CALMFLOOR network, AMDs can be remotely monitored for performance diagnostics and system integrity checks, without ever touching the unit itself.

Finally, because each AMD weighs just 67kg (148lbs), if you ever need to reposition or remove one, it can be done without specialist lifting gear or downtime.

The maintenance advantage of active mass damping technology

Unlike large-scale mechanical systems, CALMFLOOR doesn’t demand dedicated plant space, scheduled shutdowns or costly reactive callouts. Every unit is compact, discreet and built to run quietly in the background of your building, for years to come.

This is active floor vibration control that delivers high performance spaces now – and for the long haul.

Active vibration control with zero-maintenance disruption

Want to understand how CALMFLOOR maintenance compares to traditional damping systems? Our team can provide detailed servicing forecasts and performance models tailored to your building type and project goals – supporting design decisions, specification clarity and long-term performance planning.

Talk to CALMFLOOR about long-term vibration control you can depend on.

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