Misalignment in Vibration Patterns

This quick tip will discuss routine vibration check, root cause analysis and diagnosis of imbalance on rotating machines. We demonstrate balance norms and references...

Sven Fleischer
Easy-Laser AB

White Papers

Alignment + Balancing

A Case for Capturing and Analyzing Trends in Your Alignment Data

It is well known that misalignment is one of the greatest causes of failure in rotating equipment. In fact, research demonstrates that more than 50% of machine breakdowns are the direct result of poor alignment...

Grant Dennler
PRUFTECHNIK

Webinars

Alignment Fundamentals with Louis Peacock

Alignment + Balancing

Alignment Fundamentals – Get Your Ducks In A Row

This webinar will discuss the alignment process from the view of an alignment technician, combining 10 years of experience with utilizing various alignment tools, methods & techniques...

Louis Peacock
WearCheck

Five Minute Facts

Operation Deflection Shape (ODS) Analysis - Alignment and Balancing - CBM CONNECT

Alignment + Balancing

When Do You Need ODS?

The study of a machine's motion is called Operational Deflection Shape (ODS). This study should be done when the machine is in a steady-state or normal operation. Find out the different types and why you would use ODS...

Dennis Swanepoel
WearCheck

Five Minute Facts

Alignment + Balancing

Visual Inspection of Couplings and Machinery Components

Visual inspections are very important in maintenance facilities, meaning inspection of equipment and structures using any or all human senses such as vision, hearing, touch and smell. This 5 minute fact will show you if visual inspections are really worth it ...

Stan Riddle
Acoem USA

Two Minute Tips

Alignment + Balancing

Alignment Check vs. Alignment

One question that arises regularly in training is about doing alignment checks. Is it okay to just check the alignment? This quick tip will address the reasons for alignment check...

Stan Riddle
Acoem USA

Two Minute Tips

Alignment + Balancing

Forgotten Alignment Tools

What if a spanner falls on your laser equipment screen? How will you get a proper reading? In this quick tip, you will see why you should never forget the old reliable tools...