Alignment of Rotating Equipment
Learn proper alignment of equipment and machinery using various methods and alignment tools, with practical exercises on machines in a pump and valve laboratory. The training is general and transferable to most alignment equipment used today.
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KRM normally arranges accommodation from the first to the last day of the course. If you need to change hotel arrangements, please contact KRM at krm@krm.no. Read more about the course and accommodation at www.krm
Technical Information
Course documentation is provided during the course. Necessary personal protective equipment (PPE) and work clothing are available.
The goal
Upon completion of the course, participants will be able to measure, adjust, and align both direct-coupled and belt-driven machines, apply relevant methods, and document alignment results. The competence gained is practically applicable across different types of alignment equipment used in industry.
The target group
Operations and maintenance personnel, mechanics, automation technicians, etc.
The topics covered
The course alternates between theory and hands-on laboratory exercises within the following topics:
Fundamental Principles:
- Basic principles and terminology
- Facts about laser alignment and PSD receivers
- Prerequisites for correct alignment
- Alignment tolerances
- Measurement methods
- Rough alignment
- Dial indicator method
- Rim-and-face method
- Thermal/dynamic growth and variation
- Soft foot (machine foot distortion)
- Machine trains (more than one coupling)
- Vertically mounted flange-connected machines (requires a vertical rig)
- Documentation
- Alignment of belt-driven systems
Component Description:
- Direct-coupled machines such as pumps, generators, compressors, gear units, and motors
- Belt-driven units such as fans, compressors, and pumps
Tasks and Practical Exercises:
- Measurement
- Adjustment and shimming
- Documentation of results
The course concludes with a written examination to verify acquired competence.
References
The training is adapted to the equipment used and complies with the requirements of the Norwegian Regulations concerning the Performance of Work, Sections 10-1 and 10-2, including associated guidance notes.
Prerequisites
Prerequisites
No prior knowledge is required.
Course provider
KRM is the country’s leading course provider in the operation and maintenance of rotating machinery and hydraulic equipment. Most of our course participants are from Norway, but we also deliver a number of courses in English and have, over the years, welcomed participants from China, Singapore, India, Germany, the USA, and the United Kingdom.
Our customers come from both onshore industry and the offshore sector, ranging from large corporations to small businesses within power generation, manufacturing, mining, workshops, forestry, the food industry, aquaculture, shipping and ferry companies. Within the offshore sector, all operator companies and drilling companies are part of our customer base.
Technical information
Course manual
No, a course manual is not included for this course.
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We take pride in delivering up-to-date courses at all times and never shy away from thinking innovatively in all fields. You and your employees will always be met by highly skilled instructors who have field experience and have faced the challenges firsthand. It is a goal that everyone gets the most out of the courses they attend. Therefore, we ensure that our instructors stay professionally updated through studies, training, and close collaboration with authorities and industry organizations.
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