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Mastering Uncoupled Shaft Alignment

Machine with laser sensors during an uncoupled alignment

When rotating equipment runs out of alignment, the consequences are serious, from premature bearing wear and seal failures to costly unplanned downtime. In some cases, shafts are so misaligned (or…

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How Laser Flatness Measurement Works

Laser flatness measurement utilizes a laser to project a precise plane or line of sight, serving as a reference for detecting deviations from a perfectly flat surface. By comparing the…

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Thermal Growth in Machine Shaft Alignment

Like industrial machines, everyday structures also experience thermal expansion due to temperature changes. Bridges, for example, have expansion joints to accommodate the expansion and contraction of materials as they heat…

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