Shaft Alignment – Tools and Methods

Whenever two pieces of rotating equipment, such as a pump and a motor, are coupled together, the shafts of the two components must be properly aligned. If shafts are misaligned, excessive vibration and equipment wear can occur. This course covers typical alignment tools, preparation steps, and standard alignment procedures.

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Course Details

Learning Objectives

By the end of this course, you will be able to:

  • List common alignment methods
  • Describe the advantages, disadvantages, and common sources of error for the different alignment methods
  • Define ‘bar sag’ and why it is essential to account for it
  • Describe the importance of a pre-alignment checklist and name some items that may appear on one
  • List and describe the types and effects of soft foot
  • Describe how to measure and correct soft foot

Specs

Course Level Intermediate
Languages English
Compatibility Audio, Video, MobileReady, Responsive

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