Above photo: Kinetic systems' Vibraplane active air suspension isolation bench is being used to support and isolate Rob Thomas' non-suspended Kuzma turntable.
Vibraplane isolation platform and benches have an application list as follows:
 | Atomic Force Microscopes |
| Microhardness Testers |
| Profilometers |
| Balances |
| Audio Equipment |
| etc. devices that require physical isolation from their surroundings |
Vibraplanes are available as work benches and as isolation shelves. The shelves are offered in "passive" or "active" models. The passive models must have their air pressure manually set and periodically maintained. (with a hand operated bicycle pump) The active models level themselves and are self maintained but require an air compressor as part of that system.
Vibraplane shelves can be purchased from "Sounds of Silence" (audio products dealer) at --$$boutique$$-- prices. However these items are heavily discounted when used and can often times be found at 2nd hand lab equipment dealers for a fraction of the original price. Also, Vibraplane bargains have been found on ebay.
Kinetic Systems isn't the only manufacturer to supply air isolation benches and shelves. Below are a few 'other' examples.
