M&B Engineered Solutions - Shaft Alignment Training

Technical Training Seminar- Shaft Alignment Fundamentals
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.
Objectives Teach alignment fundamentals including typical terminology and principles Teach preliminary alignment checks Teach Rim & Face, Reverse Indicator, and Laser shaft alignment methods Teach the use of the graphical alignment calculations Have Students practice the presented alignment techniques in supervised lab workstation exercises Review and analyze Case Histories from machinery field experiences Review Alignment Best Practices; Tolerances & Standards; Typical Challenges 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..		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.
Shaft Alignment - Seminar Outline
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		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.

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.