Laser Alignment

BELT ALIGNMENT Why is belt alignment important? In an environment where machine performance and maintenance costs are critical considerations, the importance of proper belt drive alignment is growing. Misalignment of pulleys can result in unnecessary forces being applied to the machine. This leads t... o increased wear and vibration, causing the bearing to wear out prematurely, which in turn leads to costly machine failures. LAB-Set – NSK's Solution for All Your Belt Alignment Needs With LAB-Set, you’ll never doubt whether your belt drive systems are aligned. By using the V-grooves as a reference, you can achieve precise alignment, reducing belt wear, bearing failure, and vibration. NSK’s laser alignment solution, LAB-Set, includes a dual-line laser emitter, offering much greater precision than a single-laser head. Each set contains a series of magnetic, spring-loaded guides that fit into the pulley grooves, making the laser units easy to mount on the pulley. The alignment process is as simple as the setup. Just turn on the lasers and observe the unit mounted on the opposite side. As shown on the right, the laser will appear as a line on the target label. If necessary, adjust your machine’s position until the laser lines align with the center mark. This is done for both units, ensuring precise alignment over distances of up to 6 meters. What are the benefits of precise belt alignment for you? Increased bearing life Improved machine uptime, efficiency, and productivity Reduced wear on pulleys and belts Fewer unplanned breakdowns Lower component replacement costs Reduced friction and thus lower energy consumption Less vibration and noise   SHAFT ALIGNMENT Why is shaft alignment important? Proper shaft alignment is becoming increasingly important in situations where machine performance and maintenance costs are key factors. Misalignment can result in unnecessary forces being applied to the machine equipment, leading to increased wear, vibration, early bearing failure, and costly machine downtime. LAS-Set – NSK’s Solution for All Your Shaft Alignment Needs The LAS-Set uses dual-line lasers for easy setup, even over long distances, and digital sensors with high resolution for precise results. Additionally, it includes a screen unit that provides a convenient, step-by-step guide, using an icon-based system to make the alignment process quick and simple. The process is further simplified with wireless technology that pairs the sensor units to the screen. The wireless connection also allows greater accessibility to the screen unit and easy repositioning. As a result, LAS-Set offers the ability to transform a specialized task into a simple, quick, and standard maintenance procedure, reducing machine downtime and maximizing productivity. What are the benefits of using NSK’s Shaft Alignment Device, LAS-Set? Simple operation with an easy-to-use interface Dual-laser heads with digital sensors Built-in tolerance recommendations Soft foot check to ensure the motor is level on the floor Live measurement during adjustment with a simple red/green indicator to show in/out of tolerance Easy result storage via USB connection Outcomes: Longer bearing life Longer machine uptime, increased efficiency, and productivity Less wear on seals and couplings Fewer unplanned downtimes Lower component replacement costs Less friction, resulting in lower energy consumption Reduced vibration and noise Read more