Hot -vs- Cold Shaft
Alignment / Analysis
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LLC, All Rights Reserved
High speed rotating components
often experience alignment challenges. Machinery movement occurs due to various
environmental and operating phenomenon. The proper machine positions in the hot
running state can be significantly different than when cold non-running. A very
brief discussion of hot/cold alignment analysis follows:
We employ the HCSA system for
collecting and evaluating shaft alignment data. This system provides for
on-site data collection utilizing precision large scale dimensional metrology
equipment. This data is processed within the HCSA software to determine
Hot-vs-Cold Shaft Alignment. Data sheets within the software are formatted for
the spreadsheet.
Hot-vs- Cold Shaft Alignment
Analysis is a powerful tool for high speed rotating equipment. Using our HCSA
system, we are able to measure various
rotating shafting while components are up and running. HCSA allows for complete
organized precision data collection and analysis. The software is programmed
around the Windows Excel format. This program allows for excellent utility in
efficient on-site analysis, formatting, viewing, customization, and reporting.
The analysis may be used for historical tracking of critical equipment movement
and effecting improved alignment.
Analysis of the data provides
Cold & Hot Shaft Center-Line measured profiles for Vertical & Horizontal views.
Numerous hot/cold statistics, including coupling angle and offset, are
calculated. Multiple stage systems may be measured. Alignment numerical
coordinates are provided for additional post analysis.
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