Alignment Systems Products and services
We care about your assets PRÜFTECHNIK Alignment Systems, the inventor of laser shaft alignment, has more than 25 years of experience in developing, manufacturing and applying laser-based alignment measurement systems. Our measurement systems are used in many alignment applications of rotating machinery. In addition to shaft alignment products, we also offer various geometric solutions that include: measurement of straightness and surface flatness, alignment of bores and turbine diaphragms, roll parallelism and monitoring machine positional change. The offered products and services help reduce machine downtime, making them real money-savers. The reduced outage increases productivity hence an instant payback on investment.
Industrial sectors covered Power Oil and Gas Petrochemical Cement Pulp and Paper Coal Marine and Shipping Chemical and Pharmaceuticals Water treatment and Sewage Food processing Steel Automotive Mining OEMs
Shaft alignment Accurate shaft alignment plays a key role in preventing premature damage in rotating machinery by aligning them within the specified tolerance. The mean time between failure is increased which consequently leads to high savings in maintenance costs. PRÜFTECHNIK offers a full range of shaft alignment products. These modular systems can be customized to include advanced functions to meet user needs, and are also available in intrinsically safe versions, for use in hazardous areas. Our alignment expertise Horizontal machines Vertical machines Coupled and uncoupled shafts Non-rotatable shafts Cardan drives Machine trains Shafts mounted on all types of bearings Spacer coupling Pulley systems Soft foot diagnosis Pipe strain
ROTALIGN smart EX ROTALIGN smart EX is a high-end laser shaft alignment system designed for use in hazardous areas. It integrates the OPTALIGN smart EX computer packed with powerful capabilities and the unique benefits of the 5-axis ROTALIGN EX sensor measurement technology. ROTALIGN Ultra Based on the patented 5-axis ROTALIGN sensor measurement prin ciple, ROTALIGN Ultra handles any alignment task including machine trains with up to 13 couplings as well as most geometric applications. OPTALIGN smart EX This innovative system is designed for the harsh maintenance environments. This ATEX/EX certified system is suitable for use in explosive atmospheres. ALIGNEO EX This entry level laser alignment system is designed for the use in hazardous areas. It combines precision alignment with timesaving comfort. OPTALIGN smart This mid range modular system can be configured to meet your job requirements and budget. Graphical color display guides the user through the alignment process. SHAFTALIGN This entry level system sets new standards in functionality and simplicity of measurement within this segment. ENTRY Level INTERMEDIATE Level EXPERT Level
Industrial alignment Industrial alignment refers to diagnosis, preventive maintenance and installation requirements in geometric applications. Our robust and highly accurate measurement systems including the software makes measurement and interpretation of results straightforward. Our industrial expertise Turbine and bore alignment Permanent monitoring of machinery position changes Long term monitoring of foundations Measurement of surface flatness and structure straightness High precision measurement of inclinations
ROTALIGN Ultra Live Trend Real-time measurement of machine positional change with the ROTALIGN Ultra Shaft Expert platform. CENTRALIGN Ultra The system for alignment of bores in diesel engines, compressors, pumps, gearboxes, as well as stern tubes, steam and gas turbines. PERMALIGN The system for long-term measurement and live monitoring of positional changes resulting from thermal growth and dynamic influences. LEVALIGN Ultra A rotating laser system used for accurate measurement of surface flatness, levelness and straightness. HYDRALIGN An online system for long-term monitoring of plant and machine foundations. INCLINEO A high precision instrument for measuring angular deviation in any inclination on flat surfaces and shafts.
PC software and accessories PRÜFTECHNIK Alignment Systems offers a wide range of valuable options and useful accessories to complement the main product line-up.
ALIGNMENT CENTER software A Windows based PC software platform for all PRÜFTECHNIK Alignment instruments and applications, is used to prepare, analyse, organize and archive measurement files and print off professional customized reports. Shaft alignment Flatness measurement Turbine alignment Monitoring postion changes Foundation settlement Precut shims The range of precut stainless steel shims covers various sizes and thicknesses for a proper positioning of the machines during the correction. Induction heaters The EDDYTHERM product line is designed for proper assembly of bearings, couplings and gears. EDDYTHERM product line-up is suitable for various size and weight of shrink-fitted parts Brackets PRÜFTECHNIK Alignment Systems offers a range of high quality and precise brackets for various alignment applications. PULLALIGN A laser device for fast and accurate alignment of pulleys, belt drives and other transmission equipment.
Industrial services and training In addition to offering leading-edge alignment products, we also provide a range of high-end alignment services. Our dedicated experts assist you in the overhaul of large and complex machinery, as well as in large scale alignment projects such as the construction and installation of new turbines. Our services include shaft alignment, monitoring of positional changes, geometric alignment and turbine alignment.
Roll alignment service Our roll alignment team uses PARALIGN, a system that operates on inertial measurement technology to accurately align rolls in the paper, converting, metal, foil and printing industries. The result is improved product quality and reduction in manufacturing costs. Turbine alignment service Our specialized turbine teams possess extensive experience in the installation and overhaul of steam and gas turbines. before after Shaft alignment service Our highly experienced professionals offer service in complex rotating machinery alignment applications. The service can be expanded to continuous displacement measurement using PERMALIGN, an online non-contact system. Geometric alignment services Using specially developed systems, our service teams carry out geometric measurements. These include: straightness, surface flatness and levelness, settlement in foundations and analysis of machine geometry. Customized product training The training and seminars are held by professional trainers and are intended to support users apply the systems and the alignment applications confidently, saving time and expense.
PRÜFTECHNIK Worldwide presence ROTALIGN PRO, ROTALIGN Ultra, OPTALIGN smart, SHAFTALIGN, ALIGNEO, PERMALIGN, CENTRALIGN Ultra, LEVALIGN Ultra, HYDRALIGN, PULLALIGN, INCLINEO, EDDYTHERM and PARALIGN are registered trademarks of PRÜFTECHNIK Dieter Busch AG. PRÜFTECHNIK products are subject to patents granted or pending throughout the world. No copying or reproduction of this information, in any form whatsoever, may be undertaken without express written permission of PRÜFTECHNIK Alignment Systems GmbH. The information contained in this brochure is subject to change without further notice due to the PRÜFTECHNIK policy of continuous product development. Copyright 2011 by PRÜFTECHNIK Alignment Systems P R O V E N Q U A L I T Y Made in Germany Global Presence Qualified Support Quality Service PRÜFTECHNIK Alignment Systems GmbH Freisinger Str. 34 85737 Ismaning Germany Tel +49 89 99616-0 Fax +49 89 99616-100 info@pruftechnik.com www.pruftechnik.com A member of the PRÜFTECHNIK Group Printed in Germany. DOC 01.400.03.11.en