Here we are using a laser shaft alignment tool and we have added a D22 swivel laser that can sweep across the base in order to measure flatness in both X and Y coordinates. Before we show you the results let us first show you how we plan to measure. Although the base appears to be two long rails the motor only sits on the shim packs which are positioned under the mounting pads on the motor.
Proper Alignment Will Reduce Your Carbon Footprint!
Traditionally, maintenance departments do not sing their own praises. Maybe that should change? In many companies the maintenance departments are still considered to be a necessary expense instead of a profit center. This perception is starting to change as improved maintenance procedures demonstrate cost savings that go directly to the company’s bottom line by reducing the energy costs and improving reliability, so really this is a great way to reduce your carbon footprint as a business.
In this case study we will determine the effects of thermal growth on a pumping unit used as part of a manufacturing plants process. This sort of equipment is used in thermal metal treating and needs to perform flawlessly to keep up with industrial production.
The machine units are mounted on a steel base plate which in turn is supported on special rubber mounting pads and secured to a strong foundation. The manufacturing plant had designed and fabricated this important cooling water system to control the temperature of their electronic instruments.
Condition-Based Maintenance has been defined as: Maintenance based on the condition of an asset. Asset: An item of value. Condition: The state of an item.
Condition Monitoring is the art of monitoring your equipment health by taking simple measurements of the machines performance, much the same way a Doctor will check (measure) your health by checking your pulse, temperature, blood pressure etc.
One of the biggest issues in the machinery installation process is that many machines are installed but they are left under strain due to the fact that they are bolted to distorted bases or frames. The problem is that the machines feet and the base are not in the same plane.
