Laser Shaft Alignment

Why Laser Shaft Alignment Tools?

When machines run in alignment, they operate at their best possible efficiency. Misaligned shafts, however, are not only inefficient, they increase forces across couplings; endanger bearings, mechanical seals and motor drives; and are perhaps the single greatest cause of breakdowns in plants worldwide today.

By ensuring two coupled shafts rotate on a common centerline, a state-of-the-art laser shaft alignment system is the single most effective way to head off misalignment before it can happen. Such systems align shafts to within hundredths of a millimeter. No other alignment method can touch that accuracy time and again.

The latest of these laser shaft alignment systems from Swedish maker, Fixturlaser, take laser alignment technology to the height of simplicity and ease of operation. Fixturlaser systems are fast and convenient to use in the field; and available from the North American distributor for the USA of all Fixturlaser systems: VibrAlign. Learn more about Fixturlaser products.

Most industries use laser shaft alignment equipment in their maintenance regimens

• Chemical and Pharmaceutical
• Construction
• General industry
• Manufacturing and processing
• Marine Craft and Shipbuilding
• Oil and Gas
• Paper and Pulp
• Water and Wastewater Pumping
• Wind turbines

Whatever the industry, laser shaft alignment systems have multiple applications

• Compressors
• Conveyors
• Couplings
• Direct-drive Fans
• Gearboxes
• Generators
• Mixers
• Motor-driven Pumps
• Propeller shafts
• Steam, gas and hydro turbines
• Transfer boxes

Laser shaft alignment tools

Performing express alignment in the field with a Fixturlaser XA

With its user-friendly interface and broad capabilities, the Fixturlaser XA system works well for busy, demanding alignment professional and for maintenance technician alike.

The XA laser shaft alignment system features a color LCD touch screen display with icons and animated graphics that guide the user through alignment step by step.

CCD digital laser technology defeats interference from bright sunlight that often affects systems from other manufacturers.

The laser shaft alignment system also uses dual line lasers (instead of a dot-laser) and large detectors in its receivers, negating most needs for rough alignment.

Pre-assembled fixtures attach lasers in seconds. And wireless connectivity allows complete freedom of movement with the display unit.

The XA system's Express Alignment mode automatically samples alignment data once the system is set-up, capturing measurements less than five minutes from opening the case.

Standard Fixturlaser XA capabilities include:

• Horizontal shaft alignment
• Vertical shaft alignment
• Softfoot check
• Target values

Standard Fixturlaser XA features include:

• Wireless communication between display and laser transmitters
• Measurement range up to 10 meters or about 11 yards
• 20 hours typical use from rechargeable Li-Ion batteries
• Slim laser units measure just 79mm x 77mm x 33mm, or approximately 3" x 3" x 1.3"
• 128Mb flash memory

Fixturlaser XA expansion packages include:

• Spacer-Shaft Alignment software
• Machine Train Alignment software
• Offset Shaft Alignment software and fixtures
• OL2R (offline-to-running) software and fixtures for measuring dynamic movements

Laser Shaft Alignment Services from VibrAlign

Field services from VibrAlign run the full gamut, from diagnosing vibration and noise, gear or coupling failures, or mechanical looseness to seal failures, belt or shaft misalignment, hot spots and resonance. Other alignment-related consultations, including laser shaft alignment training, are also available.

For further information on laser shaft alignment

Fixturlaser's laser shaft alignment equipment is easy to use and available through VibrAlign. To discuss your company's alignment needs, request a product brochure, or for onsite laser shaft alignment visit, please contact VibrAlign at 800-394-3279 or by email.