The Importance of Pump/Motor Shaft Alignment

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pump shaft alignment

pump and motor alignmentSome manufacturers recommend that the final shaft alignment of your pump and motor should be within 0.002” (both angularly and parallel).  Laser-guided alignment tools (pictured) produce highly accurate and repeatable results every single time.

 

5 Benefits of Appropriately Aligned Shafts:

  • Extend Bearing Life
  • Reduce Wear on Couplings
  • Reduce Energy Cost (due to Efficiency Gains)
  • Increase Time Between Failures
  • Reduces Parts Expenses due to Repair Avoidance