Estimation of vibration in Klaipeda powdery manure discharge terminal

Abstract In contemporary life the mechanization of industrial and agricultural production, increasing traffic flows in towns and settlements, and modernization of household technologies result in the expansion of vibration and noise areas. This is in particular experienced by the industrial enterprise staff, vehicle drivers, passengers and others. Vibration affects the nervous system, blood circulation, tissues and does other kinds of harm to human health. The impact on humans depends on a distance to a vibration source, material whereby vibration spreads, and the duration and velocity of vibration. The spread of vibration together with noise significantly increases the impact of vibration. Noise and vibration problems are encountered in seaport discharge terminals as well. The investigation of vibration in the bulk fertilizer terminal of Klaipeda Stevedoring Company as well as obtained findings were compared to permissible values specified in the Lithuanian Hygiene Norms. The investigation showed the hig...