Shaft alignment Training
Transform your maintenance capabilities with industry-leading certification
Engineering Dynamics delivers world-class shaft alignment training aligned with ANSI/ASA S2.75-2017/Part 1 standard. Our comprehensive 4-day course combines precision theory with extensive hands-on practice using the Easy-Laser range of instruments.
Next Training Dates
- 13 – 16 January 2025 (R19 000 ex VAT)
- 24 – 27 February 2025 (R20 000 ex VAT)
- 24 – 27 March 2025 (TBA)
- 7 – 10 April 2025 (TBA)
- 19 – 22 May 2025 (TBA)
- 23 – 26 June 2025 (TBA)
For group onsite rates, please contact us.
- Location: Engineering Dynamics Laser Training Centre, Faerie Glen, Pretoria, South Africa
- Instructor: Experienced industry expert
Why choose our training?
Nearly half of all rotating equipment failures stem from shaft misalignment, which can occur between motors and various components like pumps, gearboxes, and fans. Precision laser shaft alignment, when performed to ISO/ANSI standards, significantly extends equipment lifespan and prevents failures. Our course delivers practical expertise that translates directly to workplace efficiency. Whether you’re upgrading from old technology or seeking to enhance your laser alignment skills, our hands-on approach ensures confident mastery of alignment techniques.
Core Components
- Alignment workflow
- Pre-Alignment checks
- Run-out checks
- Rough alignment
- Soft foot
- Tolerances
- Measurement and corrections
- Shim calculation
- Belt Alignment
- Vibration Acceptance testing
- Practical exercises on pump set and simulators
Certification
Upon successfully completing the practical exam with a minimum 80% pass rate, students are awarded a Competency Certificate demonstrating their proficiency in shaft alignment using Easy-Laser instruments, while an Attendance Certificate is provided for those who attended the course without taking the assessments.
Perfect For
- Maintenance technicians seeking certification
- Rotating equipment specialists
- Mechanical fitters
- Condition monitoring technicians
Course Structure
Rather than focusing on “buttonology,” our training emphasises practical mastery of alignment techniques. Participants spend the maximum time on training rigs, developing real-world skills applicable across various industrial settings.
- 90% practical, 10% theory
- Maximum of 10 participants
- Available in Pretoria or on-site across Africa
