Precision Shaft Alignment Methods (PAM)

Precision Shaft Alignment Methods

Code: PAM

Misalignment is one of the leading causes of damage to bearings, seals, coupling, and other components inside the rotating equipment. Based on records given by rotating equipment experts, a substantial amount of machinery problems is due to the misaligned shaft. Machinery that is forced to shut down due to this problem can contribute to loss of extensive revenue and damage that required repair or replacement of internal parts which is extremely expensive. A well-aligned shaft prevents excessive loading of bearings and avoids fatigue failure. Thus, increasing the useful life of machinery. The ultimate aim shall be that the participants are able to practically and confidently carry out the alignment task in the fields.

Course Objectives

• To provide participants with practical knowledge of accurately align any type of rotating machines in a variety of different ways
• To pose a step-to-step procedure in executing the alignment
• To familiarise and educate participants in using defferent alignment methods namely Convetional Methods (Rim & Face Methods, Reverse Dial Indicator Methods) and Precision Laser Alignment Methods
• To assess the experienced craftsmen on their capability and exposure of the latest technology available
• The ultimate aim shall be that the participants are able to practically and confidently carry out the alignment task in the fields

Course Content

• Overview Shaft Alignment
• Detecting Misalignment in Rotating Equipment
• Preliminary Alignment Checks
• Shaft Alignment measuring tools
• Overview conventional methods – Rim & Face Methods and Reverse Dial Indicator Methods
• Soft foot detection and correction
• Application of Laser Alignment
• Alignment consideration for specific of machine & condition
• Alignment challenges

Duration

• 3 Days

Who Should Attend

• Engineer, Maintenance, and technical support personnel, personnel who direct activities related to alignment and machine reliability, and management personnel who involve alignment of rotating machinery

Certificate

• Certificate of Completion

Language

• English / Bahasa Malaysia