The Acoem Belt Hog is a fast and accurate tool for aligning the sheaves of belt-driven machines. Using a simple laser and target system, it quickly identifies misalignment and helps correct angular, parallel, and sheave issues with minimal effort.
Compact and easy to operate, the Belt Hog improves belt life, reduces vibration, and boosts machine efficiency. It’s a must-have for maintenance teams looking to optimize performance and prevent costly downtime.
The Belt Hog system consists of two laser heads that measure each other’s relative position by simultaneously projecting and receiving laser beams. Each laser head is equipped with rare-earth magnets and interchangeable, spring-loaded pins (called V-Guide Tips) for easy mounting to the sheave.
Unlike other alignment tools, the Belt Hog mounts directly in the center of the sheave groove—exactly where the belts run. This method provides a more accurate alignment than mounting on the shoulders of the sheaves, which can vary in thickness and lead to errors.
Once the sensors are mounted, the user can detect and correct the following forms of misalignment, in order:
If the laser lines deviate from being parallel to the center line on the targets, there is a vertical angular misalignment.
The laser line is parallel to but not centered on the cener line, there is a horizontal offset misalignment.
If the laser line on the stationary side is parallel to the center line but is not centered, it indicates a horizontal angular misalignment.
If the laser lines deviate from being parallel to the center line on the targets, there is a vertical angular misalignment.
The laser line is parallel to but not centered on the cener line, there is a horizontal offset misalignment.
If the laser line on the stationary side is parallel to the center line but is not centered, it indicates a horizontal angular misalignment.
If the laser lines deviate from being parallel to the center line on the targets, there is a vertical angular misalignment.
The laser line is parallel to but not centered on the cener line, there is a horizontal offset misalignment.
If the laser line on the stationary side is parallel to the center line but is not centered, it indicates
a horizontal angular misalignment.
Precision at the Source
Measures directly from the pulley grooves where belts operate for true alignment accuracy.
Intuitive Design
So simple to use, it requires no training or prior experience.
Efficient, Solo Operation
Align pulleys quickly and accurately with just one person.
No Belt Removal Needed
Save time by measuring with the belts in place.
Full Misalignment Detection
Simultaneously checks vertical angle, horizontal angle, and offset for complete alignment.
Flexible Range, Adaptable Fit
Accurately measures spans from 6 inches to 20 feet. Measures pulley diameters 3” and larger.
Each Belt Hog Tool is delivered with the following included hardware:
V-Guide Tips in Various Sizes
Timing Belt Guides are available for timing belt pulley alignments.
Chain Sprocket Adapters are available for sprocket alignments.
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Each Belt Hog Tool is delivered with the following included hardware:
The Belt Hog can also be used to align timing belt pulleys and chain sprockets. Timing Belt Guides are available as an alternative to the V-Guides for these types of alignments:
V-Guides
Timing Belt Guides
