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Precision Alignment
Description
In this hands-on course, students will learn the fundamental concepts of precision shaft alignment techniques and laser shaft alignment. Students will also learn the effects and importance of removing soft foot and correcting for weak bases. The hands-on portion of this class can be individually tailored to the experience level of individual students.
Tips and tricks from years of experience are shared with students throughout the course to ensure they can successfully and efficiently perform precision shaft alignment in the field.
Course Objectives:
- Understand why properly aligned shafts are part of precision maintenance techniques and the short and long term benefits of properly aligned equipment.
- Know the essential tools and equipment needed for proper shaft alignment, proper shimming practices, techniques for measuring and removing soft foot.
- Calculate shim changes and perform rough-in shaft alignment using a variety of precision tools.
- Calculate shim changes and perform hands-on precision shaft alignment using face/rim and double reverse shaft alignment using dial indicators.
- Perform laser shaft alignment using the student’s laser.
- Calculate and compensate for thermal expansion and contraction of both the drive, intermediate and driven units.
- Calculate and perform alignment on cooling tower fans with spool couplings.
Student Reviews
I really enjoyed the class. I have taken multiple classes in the past and like how everything is setup. I enjoyed the how informal and relaxed it was. (Sure being a smaller class helped). I personally felt 3 days was a little long for the material covered, however individuals newer to the industry may need the full 3 days. I did learn a lot and appreciate how much work everyone there puts into these classes.
Dustin Sabin
Jul, 14th. 2022
Reviewed Instructor(s)
Troy Chambers
I feel I was able to obtain a lot from the alignment class. Troy Chambers is a humble great Instructor, and thank you for lunches.
Tom Nations, Mechanic 1, Mountain West
Jul, 14th. 2022