Each and every tool in a toolbox has a purpose, a specific function and certain parameters of use to achieve a desired outcome. When you pull out a claw hammer, your intent is to drive or pull a nail. Pull out a ball peen hammer, it is still a hammer, however the use and outcome is different. You may be flattening a piece of metal or straightening a bracket that got damaged.
They are both hammers, but the manner in which you use them to achieve a desired outcome is slightly different.
This is also the case with laser alignment systems used for precision shaft alignment or geometric measurements. Different manufacturing and designs have subtly different requirements to achieve the desired outcome. One of the primary elements of laser alignment of rotating machinery is the placement and control of the sensor/detector heads. Improper placement or handling can lead to difficulty in maintaining repeatable, accurate measurements. While all lasers brands are trying to achieve the same result, the process of alignment varies.
Different aspects of each design affect how we must handle the process to achieve the desired result, which is accurate measurement of the rotational shaft centrelines. Some systems will utilise single lasers with a mirror or prism, while others such as Fixturlaser tools use two laser beams. The way these designs are handled in the measurement process is quite different with specific aspects of control taking on importance.
Addressing the proper placement and control of the sensors of Fixturlaser systems, one of the benefits of using Fixturlaser tools is the legacy aspect. All Fixturlaser tools are intuitive to use making the precision shaft alignment process easier and of course without sacrificing accuracy. All the systems are handled the same way. If you learn on any one of the tools, you will be able to operate the other tools. The process and base functions are virtually identical in nature.
Properly measuring using Fixturlaser alignment tools: What matters?
These all show importance as all these aspects are about controlling movement of the sensors and repeatability in actions.
Measurement positions and measuring methods
Distance
Angular Relationship
Mounting Location
Brackets and General Looseness
As stated previously, when measuring in minuscule amounts unintentional movement must be controlled. Every aspect pointed out here is about maintaining control of the machines to be aligned and the sensors mounted to them. Proper technique (sensor control) will help you to obtain accurate readings that can translate into efficient (fewer) movements or corrections using the Verti-Zontal Process for a fast alignment.
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