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17 June 2025

The terrible truth behind ball bearings

This is not a crime novel, and nor is it a police report. But the title is still relevant for describing the field of work Alejandro Pérez Martínez is in. Being a bearing failure analysis specialist, forensic engineering is indeed his area of expertise. His services are in high demand, primarily in the Latin American countries. We had the opportunity to talk to him during a rare visit to Sweden. Read more
Alignment engineer in front of machine
12 February 2025

Making shaft alignment easier – and more reliable

Pumps and motors are among the most common types of rotating machinery in industry. While pump design and setup can vary – for example, being mounted horizontally or vertically – the basic principles for measuring and correcting misalignment are very similar. Read more
27 November 2024

Your digital alignment toolbox

The XT Alignment app is at the center of the Generation XT universe. The hardware, with advanced laser technology and optics, is obviously vital to a precise and reliable measurement. But it's in the software the magic happens. Read more
05 November 2024

Laser transmitters for different measurement needs

Four parts are key to quick and easy measurement with laser: a laser transmitter to emit a laser beam, a detector to register it, suitable brackets, and measurement software to display the result. In this article we will guide you through our different laser transmitters and their main areas of use. Read more
14 October 2024

5 symptoms of shaft misalignment

When we talk about industrial machinery, precision alignment plays a pivotal role in ensuring optimal performance and long life. Misalignment between rotating machines can lead to various symptoms that, if left unaddressed, can bring out significant operational issues. Read more
27 June 2024

Thermal growth: How does it affect shaft alignment?

We know that precision shaft alignment is necessary to ensure reliable operation of rotating machinery. This will lead to better performance and longer service life for the machine and its components. Read more
10 January 2024

Understanding casing distortion in machinery

One of the most critical issues affecting rotating machines is casing distortion. This article delves into what casing distortion means, how it impacts machine performance, and why it's essential to address it in order to achieve reliable operation. Read more
13 June 2023

High precision and long distance with XT22

With the user friendly Easy-Laser® XT22 laser transmitter it is possible to measure flatness and straightness at distances up to 40 m. But turning the laser head to point the laser beam at the detector from such a long distance can be quite a challenge! Read more
15 November 2022

Clear signs your gearbox, pump and motor shafts are not in alignment

If your machine’s gearbox, pump and motor shafts are not in alignment, the cost of failures and repairs can be drastic. Misalignment of this nature will significantly reduce its performance and mean time between repairs, as well as the functional longevity of the gearbox, motor, and the machines as a whole! Read more
Easy-Laser training facility
09 November 2022

Knowledge: your most profitable investment

It is easy to think that a new tool will solve a problem that you are facing. But simply having the equipment usually isn't enough – it is equally important to know how, and, importantly, why you should use it. Read more

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