07 May 2019

Why align the sawmill with laser?

Using laser to align sawmill equipment has many benefits. Not only does it help improve the quality of the sawn product, but it will also assure you get the most out of each log.

It also offers other advantages compared to traditional methods, better ergonomics for example. Since a laser beam is not physically in the way like a tensioned wire would be, you can move around more freely while you adjust the equipment.
This article talks more about the benefits.

Check out the short animation below for a quick explanation of how laser alignment in a sawmill works!

Visit us at LIGNA 2019

27–31 May we will exhibit at LIGNA in Hannover, the world’s biggest fair for the woodworking industry. If you are curious, come visit us in Hall 25, Stand A51 and we will tell you more about the benefits of laser alignment. Or, if you can’t make it, send us an email and we will get back to you!

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13 January 2026

A closer look at our versatile brackets

No two shaft alignment jobs are exactly the same. Machine setups vary, space can be tight, and sometimes you need to think a little creatively to get the perfect measurement. That’s why we’ve developed a wide range of brackets that let you adapt to almost any situation. Combine them with rods of any length, and you’ll see there’s really no such thing as an impossible alignment job. Here’s an overview of a few of the brackets most often used in shaft alignment. Read more

09 December 2025

Shaft alignment increases reliability of drying lines in pulp mill

Our partner in Chile, Servige, was recently called by a large pulp mill to carry out cardan shaft alignment between key rollers and gearboxes in a drying line. The challenge lay in handling long shafts, a tight schedule, and restricted workspace – all while delivering repeatable results within tolerance. Read more