Alignment + Balancing
Advantages to Dynamic Balancing
Imbalance is a leading cause of excessive machine/rotor vibration. It can be an inherent result of rotor design or construction. Imbalance can occur due to routine wear or damage...
- Chris Keniston
- ERBESSD INSTRUMENTS
Vibration and Alignment Problems Related to Soft Foot
Most industrial maintenance mechanics who are involved with precision shaft alignment are familiar with the phenomenon of soft foot.
- Stan Riddle
- Acoem USA
Pre-Alignment Steps
Acoem USA technical trainer James Otremba walks us through the pre-alignment steps. Performing these steps before any and every alignment (regardless of what tool you are using) will lay the groundwork for a successful precision shaft alignment. Before beginning this process, always remember to lockout the machine and take appropriate safety precautions.
- James Otremba
- Acoem USA
The Fundamentals of Belts and Sheaves
In some industries, like oiling, drive belt replacement is considered a task for the new guys on the floor. It’s an easy job right? Absolutely. But there are many ways to do it incorrectly if not taught properly the first time.
- Stan Riddle
- Acoem USA
Video Vibration Analysis: an Invaluable Tool
Video Vibration Analysis has proven to be an invaluable tool for reliability professionals to assist in visualizing common faults like:
-misalignment
-imbalance
-resonance
-looseness, and more.
- Theresa Girard
- ERBESSD Instruments
“Mic” Your Shims Before Alignment!
Have you ever added the number of shims your laser alignment tool or dial indicator tells you to during an alignment only to find your machine is still out of alignment? This is a frustrating but common occurrence.
- Stan Riddle
- Acoem USA
Understanding How Laser Shaft Alignment Works
There are many root causes to vibration in the industrial sector. However, there are four that contribute up to 80%. Watch this tip to find out more about these root causes.
- Rich Merhige
- AME Solutions
The Importance of Precision Shaft Alignment
Sven Fleishcher explains how if the lubrication is not working, we will have shorter availability of the machine. This is why precision shaft alignment is very important.
- Sven Fleischer
- Easy-Laser AB
Wind Turbine DFIG Generator Slip Ring Defect
This case study shows how early detection of slip ring unit defect can result in a fast, inexpensive repair.
- Michael Hastings
- Brüel & Kjær Vibro (B&K Vibro)