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Description
Our 3-day Shaft Alignment Fundamentals seminar
provides you with the training needed to perform precision shaft-to-shaft
alignment using both dial indicator techniques and laser instrumentation on
a variety of industrial and turbo-machinery. Performing precision alignment
in the field requires more than just a cookie-cutter approach to using
alignment tooling - it requires an understanding of what precision alignment
is, and what affects your ability to achieve a good shaft alignment. Our
training is based upon understanding and applying the fundamentals of shaft
alignment whether using dial indicator or laser alignment methods. This
ensures the ability to perform alignment in the field under various
conditions using various tools, and will allow trained personnel to identify
and resolve alignment problems quickly and efficiently.
We review the use of the following tools and
techniques: Straight Edge & Feeler Gauge (Rough Methods), Rim & Face,
Reverse Indicator, and Laser. We teach an understanding of the graphical
method for calculating the correct alignment moves, and how it applies to
the different tools and techniques. Hands-On Workshops allow students to
apply the graphical calculations to real world numbers and review the effect
of the corrections. Case Histories are also presented to review typical
field experiences, recommended field alignment procedures, cautions and
typical site expectations. WE also introduce the use of
optical alignment techniques to quantify thermal growth and machinery
movement from ‘Cold’ to ‘Hot’ operating conditions.
An optional fourth day is available to perform
alignment on one piece of equipment at your facility. This immediately
reinforces the course training, while resolving a problematic machine at
your site. M&B will provide analysis, instruction, and alignment oversight
while course attendees align one plant machine.
We offer an optional certification examination in
the morning following the last day of the seminar.
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Objectives
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Teach alignment fundamentals including typical terminology
and principles
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Teach preliminary alignment checks
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Teach Rim & Face, Reverse Indicator, and Laser shaft
alignment methods
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Teach the use of the graphical alignment calculations
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Have Students practice the presented alignment techniques
in supervised lab workstation exercises
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Review and analyze Case Histories from machinery field
experiences
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Review Alignment Best Practices; Tolerances & Standards;
Typical Challenges
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Introduce Optical Alignment techniques for measuring
Cold-to-Hot machinery movements
Course Materials
A manual containing slide presentations,
discussion materials, workshop exercises and additional reference
information is provided in hardcopy and CD-ROM.
Instructors
Mr. Stanley R.
Bognatz, P.E.
Mr. Timothy S.
Irwin, P.E..
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Who Should Attend?
This course is designed for rotating equipment
and OEM engineers, precision maintenance technicians, mechanics,
supervisors, and managers who are responsible for the operation, maintenance
and reliability of rotating equipment.
Prerequisites
None. A Basic knowledge of machines &
mechanical skills is helpful in understanding the mechanics of machinery
alignment. Previous alignment experience is helpful, but also is not
required.
Course Fees
Hotel Seminars (U.S.):
$975 per
person
$900 each additional person from the same company
$100 discount
for early registration.
On-site and international seminars are priced
by quotation -
please contact us for more information.
An optional Test &
Certification is available on the last day of the course for $200 per
person.
Course manuals & CD-ROMS can be purchased
separately for $350, and include all course & workshop materials.
Course Schedule
Click here for the
current schedule; on-site
seminars can be scheduled at any time.
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Understanding Rotating
Machinery Alignment
- Terminology and Definitions
- Alignment Objective
- Shaft to Shaft
Centerlines
- Off-set and Angular Misalignment
- Alignment Accuracy
- Problems Caused by Misalignment
Pre-Alignment
Preparations
- Gather machine information
- Select and prepare tooling
- Make pre-alignment checks at the machine
Workshop – Pre-Alignment
Preparations
Alignment Tools
- Standard Measuring (rough-in)
- Dial Indicators
- Lasers
- Optical
- Others
Alignment
Techniques
- Graphical Layouts
- Rough-in
- Rim and Face
- Reverse Dial
- Laser (OptAlign, Rotalign, etc.)
- Optical (cold to hot machinery movement)
Workshop – Rim & Face
Alignment with Graphical Layouts
Practical Alignment
Applications & Considerations
- Electric Motors
- Centrifugal Pumps
- Fans and Blowers
- Compressors
- Gearboxes
- Cooling Tower Fan Drives
- Turbine Generator sets
- Internal Combustion Engines
- Machinery Trains
- Various Coupling Types
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Workshop – Reverse
Dial Alignment with Graphical Layouts
Alignment Tolerances
- Levelness and Alignment
- Defining Misalignment
- Tolerance Guidelines
- Shaft vs. Coupling Alignment
Workshop – Laser-based
Alignment
Real-World Conditions
- Bolt Bound (height bound)
- Poor Foundations
- Soft Foot/Tapered Foot
- Pipe Strain
- Thermal Growth
Workshop - Alignment
Practice with Soft Foot
Alignment Best Practices
- Documentation Requirements
- Safety Considerations
- When to stop
Case History Workshops
- Pump Motor
- Motor Gearbox Compressor
- Motor Compressor Compressor
- Turbine Generator (non-flexible coupling)
- Vertical Pump
Certification Exam
(optional)
In-Plant Alignment
Example (optional)
One (1) motor-driven piece of plant machinery
can be aligned as a group exercise, with M&B providing oversight, analysis &
recommendations. This requires one (1) full additional day, and coordination
between site and M&B personnel for scheduling and efficient execution. |
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M&B specializes in
providing technical training related to condition monitoring, vibration
analysis, predictive maintenance, shaft alignment, and rotor balancing, all
customized to our customer’s specific needs. We provide seminars both
on-site at your location, and off-site at hotels or other locations for
centralized training.
If you have questions on any training course, or would like a
custom-designed course, please contact us. |