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Very excited to have Nate Warinthanate S. join the BENCHMARK PDM team! Nate brings with him a wealth of laser alignment experience and is a fantastic addition to our technical sales team representing us in the beautiful province of British Columbia. Welcome Nate! #PrecisionDrivenMaintenance #laseralignment #rotatingmachinery Easy-Laser

Our very own Tom Burke demonstrating the Easy-Laser XT770 today at the CMVA Technical Conference & Tradeshow in Quebec City! #PrecisionDrivenMaintenance #laseralignment #shaftalignment #reliability

Easy-Laser has recently released its latest XT update! You can download the latest update by following the steps below. Whether you use an XT11 display unit, XT12 display unit, or the XT app on your own device, go to the Easy-Laser site here to download the latest version (v. 10.1.2). https://lnkd.in/edHpDFY Make sure to scroll down and download the latest firmware version under the heading dependent on your display device (ie. XT App, XT11 or XT12)   Visit our website by clicking on the link below for what’s included in the latest update!   If you have any questions on the latest update or have issues installing, please contact us at info@benchmarkpdm.com or any of the sales and customer support team for help! You can also reach us here BENCHMARK PDM #PrecisionDrivenMaintenance #rotatingmachinery #laseralignment #reliability

Easy-Laser XT Alignment Trade-In Offers! If you already own used, old, damaged laser alignment tools and you are looking to upgrade to a premium laser system, make sure to email us at info@benchmarkpdm.com and write “TRADE-IN CAMPAIGN” in the quote subject field.   Regardless of the make or model, we will take a percentage amount off the purchase of one of our EASY-LASER XT laser shaft alignment tools or GEO systems, if you trade your laser system in. You won’t find a better deal out there! Quotes are free. Offer ends December 31st, 2024.   Easy-Laser is the world’s leading manufacturer and supplier of laser-based measurement and alignment systems. We develop straightforward products made to quickly and accurately perform measurements and align machines for applications in all types of industry. Our XT laser alignment systems are user friendly, adaptable, precise and reliable.   #PrecisionDrivenMaintenance #rotatingmachinery #laseralignment #tradein info@benchmarkpdm.com Ontario Office: +1(905)-509-6522 Quebec Office: +1(581) 922-0274 Western Canada Office: +1(587) 716-8820

𝗪𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗮𝗿𝗲 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗺𝗼𝘀𝘁 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝗼𝗻 𝗰𝗮𝘂𝘀𝗲𝘀 𝗼𝗳 𝘀𝗵𝗮𝗳𝘁 𝗺𝗶𝘀𝗮𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗻𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁? Shaft misalignment can occur due to many reasons, often leading to major issues if not addressed promptly. Here are some common causes : • 𝗛𝘂𝗺𝗮𝗻 𝗘𝗿𝗿𝗼𝗿 : Improper assembly and installation practices or poor-quality alignment measurements during installation can lead to misalignment. • 𝗣𝗶𝗽𝗲 𝗦𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗶𝗻 : Stress from connected piping can cause shafts to shift out of alignment. • 𝗧𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗺𝗮𝗹 𝗘𝘅𝗽𝗮𝗻𝘀𝗶𝗼𝗻 : Changes in temperature can cause components to expand or contract, leading to alignment issues. • 𝗦𝗼𝗳𝘁 𝗙𝗼𝗼𝘁 / 𝗗𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗕𝗮𝘀𝗲𝘀 : Uneven settling of the baseplate and machine feet can distort the machinery’s casing. • 𝗦𝗵𝗮𝗳𝘁 𝗗𝗲𝗳𝗼𝗿𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 : Torsion during the startup of the machinery or during operation can deform the shaft, again, leading to misalignment. 𝗦𝗼𝗹𝘂𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻? Getting the right training, not only on alignment but the whole machinery installation process, working to a standard using precision maintenance and measurement techniques. Only with this can you help limit these issues and ensure the smooth operation of your equipment. 𝗪𝗲 𝗰𝗮𝗻 𝗵𝗲𝗹𝗽! It is our mission at BENCHMARK PDM to help our customers ensure their machine assets are operating at maximum efficiency, extending the life of their machines so they wear out instead of breaking down. We offer solutions when it comes to installing the machine correctly, using the right measurement tools. We have the right tools for measurement, whether it is for shafts, pulleys, belts, bores, flanges, rollers, machine foundations, diaphragms, bearing journals, compressors, generators, partitions surfaces and more, we have what you need : https://lnkd.in/emKwFASy 𝗔𝗿𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗲𝘅𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮 𝘀𝗽𝗲𝗰𝗶𝗳𝗶𝗰 𝗮𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗻𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗽𝗿𝗼𝗯𝗹𝗲𝗺 𝘄𝗶𝘁𝗵 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗺𝗮𝗰𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗲𝗿𝘆? #maintenance #laseralignment #reliability #millwrights #engineering

❇ 𝑻𝑯𝑬 𝑰𝑴𝑷𝑶𝑹𝑻𝑨𝑵𝑪𝑬 𝑶𝑭 𝑺𝑯𝑨𝑭𝑻 𝑨𝑳𝑰𝑮𝑵𝑴𝑬𝑵𝑻 Shaft alignment is a critical aspect of machinery maintenance and operation. Proper alignment ensures that the rotating shafts of machinery are co-linear, meaning they share the same centerline. This seemingly simple concept has profound implications for the efficiency, longevity, and safety of mechanical systems. ◉ 𝐊𝐞𝐲 𝐁𝐞𝐧𝐞𝐟𝐢𝐭𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐩𝐞𝐫 𝐒𝐡𝐚𝐟𝐭 𝐀𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐧𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 1⃣ - 𝐑𝐞𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐞𝐝 𝐖𝐞𝐚𝐫 𝐚𝐧𝐝 𝐓𝐞𝐚𝐫 : Misaligned shafts cause uneven load distribution on bearings and seals, leading to premature wear and potential failure. Proper alignment minimizes these stresses, extending the lifespan of components. 2⃣ - 𝐄𝐧𝐞𝐫𝐠𝐲 𝐄𝐟𝐟𝐢𝐜𝐢𝐞𝐧𝐜𝐲 : Misalignment increases friction and resistance, requiring more energy to achieve the same output. Correct alignment reduces energy consumption, leading to cost savings and improved efficiency. 3⃣ - 𝐕𝐢𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 𝐑𝐞𝐝𝐮𝐜𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧 : Misaligned shafts generate excessive vibrations, which can cause noise, discomfort, and further mechanical issues. Proper alignment ensures smoother operation and reduces the risk of vibration-related damage. 4⃣ - 𝐎𝐩𝐞𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧𝐚𝐥 𝐑𝐞𝐥𝐢𝐚𝐛𝐢𝐥𝐢𝐭𝐲 : Machinery with aligned shafts operates more reliably, reducing the likelihood of unexpected breakdowns. This reliability is crucial for maintaining production schedules and avoiding costly downtime. 5⃣ - 𝐒𝐚𝐟𝐞𝐭𝐲 : Misalignment can lead to catastrophic failures, posing safety risks to personnel and equipment. Ensuring proper alignment enhances the overall safety of the workplace. ◉ 𝐌𝐞𝐭𝐡𝐨𝐝𝐬 𝐨𝐟 𝐒𝐡𝐚𝐟𝐭 𝐀𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐧𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 Several methods are used to achieve proper shaft alignment, including: 1⃣ - 𝐋𝐚𝐬𝐞𝐫 𝐀𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐧𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 : This modern technique uses laser beams to measure and adjust the alignment with a very high level of precision. 𝑉𝑖𝑠𝑖𝑡 𝑜𝑢𝑟 𝑤𝑒𝑏𝑠𝑖𝑡𝑒 𝑝𝑎𝑔𝑒 𝑑𝑒𝑑𝑖𝑐𝑎𝑡𝑒𝑑 𝑡𝑜 𝑡ℎ𝑖𝑠 𝑡𝑒𝑐ℎ𝑛𝑜𝑙𝑜𝑔𝑦 : 𝗁𝗍𝗍𝗉𝗌://𝖻𝖾𝗇𝖼𝗁𝗆𝖺𝗋𝗄𝗉𝖽𝗆.𝖼𝗈𝗆/𝗌𝗁𝖺𝖿𝗍-𝖺𝗅𝗂𝗀𝗇𝗆𝖾𝗇𝗍/ 2⃣ - 𝐃𝐢𝐚𝐥 𝐈𝐧𝐝𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐨𝐫𝐬 : Traditional dial indicators measure the relative position of shafts, allowing for manual adjustments. 3⃣ - 𝐎𝐩𝐭𝐢𝐜𝐚𝐥 𝐀𝐥𝐢𝐠𝐧𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭 : Optical devices provide visual feedback to ensure alignment. ◉ 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐜𝐥𝐮𝐬𝐢𝐨𝐧 Investing in proper shaft alignment is essential for the optimal performance and longevity of machinery. It not only enhances efficiency and reliability but also contributes to a safer working environment. Regular alignment checks and maintenance should be a fundamental part of any mechanical system’s upkeep. If you need more details, feel free to ask us! 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐜𝐭 𝐃𝐞𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐬 : 📞+1-800-598-1117 info@benchmarkpdm.com ▹Ontario Office: 📞+1(905) 509-6522 ▹Quebec Office: 📞+1(581) 922-0274 ▹Western Canada Office: 📞+1(587) 716-8820 #maintenance #laseralignment #reliability #millwrights #engineering

𝗛̲𝗶̲𝗴̲𝗵̲ ̲𝗮̲𝗰̲𝗰̲𝘂̲𝗿̲𝗮̲𝗰̲𝘆̲ ̲𝗮̲𝗻̲𝗱̲ ̲𝗹̲𝗼̲𝗻̲𝗴̲𝗲̲𝗿̲ ̲𝗱̲𝗶̲𝘀̲𝘁̲𝗮̲𝗻̲𝗰̲𝗲̲𝘀̲ ̲𝘄̲𝗶̲𝘁̲𝗵̲ ̲𝘁̲𝗵̲𝗲̲ ̲𝗫̲𝗧̲𝟮̲𝟮̲ ̲𝗹̲𝗮̲𝘀̲𝗲̲𝗿̲ ̲𝘁̲𝗿̲𝗮̲𝗻̲𝘀̲𝗺̲𝗶̲𝘁̲𝘁̲𝗲̲𝗿̲ : The user-friendly Easy-Laser® 𝗫𝗧𝟮𝟮 laser transmitter allows you to measure flatness and straightness at ranges of up to 40m. However, rotating the laser head to point the laser beam at the detector at such distances can be a challenging task. Anybody who has done it knows the feeling of frustration as you try to hit a small target and then miss it, only to start off again in the opposite direction, both ways. But with the 𝗫𝗧𝟮𝟮 transmitter's extremely precise rotation technology, this is no longer a problem. ✭ The rotating head of the 𝗫𝗧𝟮𝟮 laser transmitter is mounted on a gearbox with a ratio of 1:1320, making a huge difference and helping to save time and the frustration involved. ✭ The laser transmitter is also equipped with digital precision levels, ensuring extremely easy and trouble-free installation compared with earlier analog systems. ✭ Digital levels provide the benefits of much faster response during levelling and minimize the possibility of mistakes during the calibration process. ✭ The transmitter is connected to the 𝗫𝗧 𝗔𝗹𝗶𝗴𝗻𝗺𝗲𝗻𝘁 𝗮𝗽𝗽𝗹𝗶𝗰𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 wirelessly, guiding you through the setup and measurement procedure step by step, and then automatically generates a measurement report. This is a great demonstration of how Easy-Laser's skilled developers collaborate to make mechanics, optics, electronics, software, application user interface, etc. operate hand in hand in a single unit to simplify the measurement operator's daily work. 𝗖̲𝗹̲𝗶̲𝗰̲𝗸̲ ̲𝗼̲𝗻̲ ̲𝘁̲𝗵̲𝗲̲ ̲𝗹̲𝗶̲𝗻̲𝗸̲ ̲𝗯̲𝗲̲𝗹̲𝗼̲𝘄̲ ̲𝗼̲𝗿̲ ̲𝗰̲𝗼̲𝗽̲𝘆̲ ̲𝗮̲𝗻̲𝗱̲ ̲𝗽̲𝗮̲𝘀̲𝘁̲𝗲̲ ̲𝘁̲𝗵̲𝗶̲𝘀̲ ̲𝗨̲𝗥̲𝗟̲ ̲𝗶̲𝗻̲ ̲𝘆̲𝗼̲𝘂̲𝗿̲ ̲𝗯̲𝗿̲𝗼̲𝘄̲𝘀̲𝗲̲𝗿̲ ̲𝘁̲𝗼̲ ̲𝗹̲𝗲̲𝗮̲𝗿̲𝗻̲ ̲𝗺̲𝗼̲𝗿̲𝗲̲ ̲𝗮̲𝗯̲𝗼̲𝘂̲𝘁̲ ̲𝗶̲𝘁̲ ̲: 𝘩𝘵𝘵𝘱𝘴://𝘦𝘢𝘴𝘺𝘭𝘢𝘴𝘦𝘳.𝘤𝘰𝘮/𝘦𝘯-𝘶𝘴/𝘢𝘣𝘰𝘶𝘵-𝘦𝘢𝘴𝘺-𝘭𝘢𝘴𝘦𝘳/𝘣𝘭𝘰𝘨/𝘩𝘪𝘨𝘩-𝘱𝘳𝘦𝘤𝘪𝘴𝘪𝘰𝘯-𝘢𝘯𝘥-𝘭𝘰𝘯𝘨-𝘥𝘪𝘴𝘵𝘢𝘯𝘤𝘦-𝘸𝘪𝘵𝘩-𝘹𝘵22 You can also reach out to us at BENCHMARK PDM and we will be happy to help you out finding the right measurement solution. 𝐂𝐨𝐧𝐭𝐚𝐜𝐭 𝐃𝐞𝐭𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐬 : 📞+1-800-598-1117 info@benchmarkpdm.com ▹Ontario Office: 📞+1(905) 509-6522 ▹Quebec Office: 📞+1(581) 922-0274 ▹Western Canada Office: 📞+1(587) 716-8820 #maintenance #laseralignment #reliability #millwrights

Any misalignment can result in overheating due to excessive friction and strain. The infrared camera featured as an option on the XT12 display unit allows you to easily collect and then compare pre and post alignment pictures. These photos are an optimal add-on to your alignment reports, offering you a clear and visual record of your job! - Rugged design, shock proof, IP66 and IP67. - Glove enabled touch screen. - Water and dust proof connectors : USB A, USB C, HDMI.   Reach out to us for more details! You can also check it out on the Easy-Laser website in the accessories section : https://lnkd.in/e3m9Q_ve #maintenance #laseralignment #reliability #millwrights

Power up with Easy-Laser PLUS™! Easy-Laser is proud to announce to release of our new cloud solution, Easy-Laser PLUS™. Easy-Laser PLUS™ is your hub for the team's measurement jobs and extra security for your data. This is just the beginning. Moving forward, Easy-Laser PLUS™ will offer more possibilities that complement your measuring instrument and make it even more powerful. Try it free of charge today! #cloud #laseralignment #straighforwardbyallmeasures

Bore alignment is always easier with the right system. Easy-Laser offers three different kits for various needs. XT Bore bracket kit. This is an add-on kit for XT770, including a laser transmitter and brackets. The XT70-M measuring unit of your XT770 system is used as a detector. For bore diameters 130–500 mm [5.12–19.68"]. XT Bore upgrade kit. Comes with the new wireless detector XT9 and brackets. Its compact size makes it possible to measure even smaller bores with diameters between 80–500 mm [3.15–19.68"]. XT950 Bore alignment system. This is a complete system for those who only perform bore alignment. It includes all necessary brackets, detector XT9, and laser transmitter. https://lnkd.in/g4Ky8BXp #maintenance #laseralignment #reliability #millwrights #borealignment