TOP 12 REASONS FOR USING LASER ALIGNMENT

From Easy-Laser

By doing a correct machine alignment you can avoid costly

breakdowns and unexpected downtime. Every business with

production-oriented operations knows that already. Yet many companies

are using old technology for machine alignment. Here is a list of top

reasons for using laser alignment – for those of you who still hesitate!

1. Fast and accurate

Laser alignment can be ten times faster and 100 percent more accurate

compared to dial gauges or straight edge methods (depending on the

user’s skill). The average dial setup will not measure down to 0.001

mm – but a laser can!

2. Quick to set up, easy to use and highly reliable

A laser alignment system is quick to set up, easy to use and much more

reliable than old technology. The latter often requires extensive

experience and sometimes complicated calculations to be used. For

example fixtures for dial gauges always drop a little, which affects the

accuracy of the gauge’s displayed value. This is not the case with

laser alignment.

3. Possibility to generate reports with results straight away

With a laser alignment system, it is possible to generate PDF reports

directly from the instrument. The computer handles a number of targets

and tolerances and it is easy to interpret the results. The possibility

of documenting the results gives better control over the machines and

greater assurance. Reports can be generated for “before” and “after”

alignment.

4. Gives you a broader picture

A laser alignment tool allows you to easily detect possible soft foot

and weak foundations, which may cause the machine to get damaged due to

vibrations.

5. The speed and precision save you money

The speed of use and the precision in alignment mean that investing in a

laser-based shaft alignment system usually pays for itself within 3-6

months. 

6. A disciplined and repeatable process

Laser alignment tools make the process of measurement and correction

much more disciplined and repeatable. Rulers and dial gauges are not

sufficiently accurate for today’s modern machines. Using laser alignment

always gives the same results regardless of who takes the measurements.

7. Easy to learn and to use

You don’t have to be a specialist to get the correct result. With a

wireless display unit, you can follow the machine movement with live

values at the points where you adjust the machine, not just where the

dial gauges are mounted.

8. Expand alignments and measurements

With the best laser alignment tools you can expand the types of

alignments and measurements you can do. You will then be able to take

care of the all-important steps of machine setup, for example base

flatness and twist, and also measure straightness.

9. Possibility to measure with a small shaft rotation

With laser alignment it is possible to measure even with a small shaft

rotation, for example only 40 degrees. This solves the problem when

piping and machine parts are in the way for a greater rotation.

10. Reduced energy consumption

Laser alignment allows precise measurements that reduce your energy

consumption in the long term. Poorly aligned machines require more

energy to achieve the same results as a well-aligned asset. Reduced

energy consumption is not only good for your electricity bill but of

course also for the environment.

11. Error-free and high-resolution technology

Old technology may have too low a resolution to measure accurately

enough and may be subject to reading errors or sticking dial hands.

Laser alignment systems are based on high-resolution non-contact

technology and free from such errors.

12. Elimination of bending of the hardware and setup mistakes

With laser alignment you eliminate errors associated with old

technologies such as bar sag, substandard dial bar and mistakes when

setting up the clamps.