Vibration Analysis &
Laser Alignment
Analyzing the vibration in rotating components of any machine can provide a detailed picture of many different mechanical problems. Each machine has an identifiable vibration “signature”. When problems develop, those signatures change - and the ways in which they change provide accurate means of identifying potential problems. Vibration data collected from rotating equipment is analyzed and used for future comparison, along with early predictions of potentially serious and disruptive failures. Our full report includes what and how we tested the machine, the condition, complete results, priority status and any recommendations for corrective action.
Vibration Types Include:
- Rotor Imbalance or Misalignment
- Looseness and Rub Frequencies
- Belt and Blade Pass Frequencies
Laser alignment is very important in maintaining industrial rotating machinery. Misalignment occurs when the centerlines of rotation of two or more machinery shafts are not in line with each other. The object of shaft alignment is to increase the operating life-span of rotating machinery. To achieve this goal, machinery components that are most likely to fail must operate within their design limits. Since the components that are most likely to fail are the bearings, seals, coupling, and shafts, accurately aligned machinery will achieve the following results:
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Minimize the amount of wear in the coupling component
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Reduce mechanical seal failure
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Lower vibration Levels
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Minimize the amount of shaft bending
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Eliminate the possibility of shaft failure from fatigue.
It is recommended that newly installed equipment be checked anywhere from 3 to 6 months after operation has begun. Alignment surveys should be done on a regular basis to insure proper operation. Predictive Technologies Inc. will provide you with a detailed analysis on your machines operation and will advise you on corrective actions and suggestions for continued smooth operations.