Use laser-optics for machinery alignment

Journal Article · Thu Oct 01 00:00:00 EDT 1987 · Hydraul. Pneum. (Cleveland); (United States)

OSTI ID:5854520

Bloch, H P

Many sources attribute most bearing overload and destructive vibration in industrial machinery to shaft misalignment. There is considerable disagreement as to the alignment quality required. There is also little agreement on suitable calculation methods and achievable accuracy for anticipated thermal growth of machinery (necessary if running alignment is to remain acceptable). This article examines existing alignment quality guidelines for relevance and consistency, and reviews the application of laser-optic alignment systems based on three years of field experience.

• Research Organization: Process Machinery Consultant, Baytown, TX
• OSTI ID: 5854520
• Journal Information: Hydraul. Pneum. (Cleveland); (United States), Vol. 66:10
• Country of Publication: United States
• Language: English

Related Subjects

32 ENERGY CONSERVATION, CONSUMPTION, AND UTILIZATION
MACHINERY
ALIGNMENT
CALCULATION METHODS
INSTALLATION
LASER RADIATION
MECHANICAL VIBRATIONS
OPTICS
RECOMMENDATIONS
REVIEWS
SHAFTS
DOCUMENT TYPES
ELECTROMAGNETIC RADIATION
MACHINE PARTS
RADIATIONS
320303* - Energy Conservation
Consumption
& Utilization- Industrial & Agricultural Processes- Equipment & Processes