This course teaches you how to perform corrective field balancing. It is based on understanding rotor response theory, the accurate acquisition and analysis of data, and applying the best field methods for a given machine design. We thoroughly explain the nature of machinery unbalance and teach how to balance without just "throwing a weight in." And we strive for maximum interaction between instructors and students to insure each gets the best possible value from the training.

We cover Single Plane, Multi-Plane, and Overhung Rotors. Discussions focus on the diagnostic techniques for each machine application. We teach graphical and numerical techniques, and emphasize understanding and utilizing influence vector data. Case Histories are also presented to review common and unique field experiences, recommended field balancing procedures, cautions and site expectations.

We also emphasize that attendees have extensive Hands-On experience in our Workshops to practice on the supplied Rotor Kits, all while using the latest diagnostic instruments. In our seminars, you will not just sit there and listen to lectures and pre-conceived experiments. You will conduct your own experiments, generate your own data, and produce your own results!! That is how you learn effectively.

Optional fourth and fifth days are available during in-plant seminars to balance equipment at your facility. This immediately reinforces the training, while resolving problematic machines at your site. M&B will provide the analysis instrumentation, balancing instruction and oversight while attendees field balance one or more machines.

Upon successful completion of this course, the delegates will be able to:

ü  Learn rotor response theory & predict phase response

ü  Distinguish unbalance from other problems

ü  Avoid “just throwing a weight in

ü  Learn Single Plane, Multi-Plane, and Overhung Rotor balancing techniques both graphical and numerical

ü  Complete hands-on lab workstation exercises

ü  Analyze Case Histories - learn from others

ü  Learn balancing Best Practices - avoid mistakes

This course is intended for rotating equipment engineers, OEM service engineers, vibration analysts and technicians, supervisors, and managers who are involved with machinery maintenance and reliability.

Day 1:

Understanding Rotating Unbalance

·         Static, Couple, & Dynamic Unbalance

·         Mechanical vs. Electrical Unbalance

·         Causes of unbalance

Understanding Phase Angles & VECTORS

·         Absolute vs. Relative Phase

·         Phase Measurement Techniques

·         Transferring Phase Measurements to a Rotor

·         Vector Plotting, Addition & Subtraction

·         Splitting & Combining Balance Correction Weights

PHASE ANGLES & VECTORS

Day 2:

Essential Rotor Dynamics

·         Rigid vs. Flexible Rotors

·         Fundamental Synchronous Rotor Response

·         Resonances vs. Critical

·         Rotor Mode Shapes

Essential Vibration Diagnostics

·         Unbalance Characteristics

·         Spectra & Orbital Data

·         Phase Response Data

·         Startup / Shutdown Data

·         Slow-roll Runout Compensation

DYNAMICS, DIAGNOSTICS & PLOT INTERPRETATION

Day 3:

Balancing Single Plane Rotor Systems

·         Data Acquisition & Analysis

·         Estimating Modal Response

·         Determining the “Heavy Spot”

·         Determining Trial Weight Amount & Location

·         Graphical Results Analysis

·         Numerical Results Analysis

·         Influence Vector Calculation

·         Trim Shot Predictions

·         Assessing Measurement Errors

·         ‘One Shot’ Balancing Using Influence Vectors

SINGLE PLANE BALANCING

Balancing Multi-Plane Rotor Systems

·         Data Acquisition & Analysis

·         Analyzing Modal Responses

·         Static & Couple Unbalance Review

·         Choosing the Best Approach

·         Graphical & Results Analysis

TWO PLANE BALANCING

Balancing Overhung Rotor Systems

·         Data Acquisition & Analysis

·         Static & Couple Unbalance

·         Graphical Results Analysis

·         Numerical Results Analysis

TWO PLANE BALANCING

Day 4:

Balancing Best Practices

·         Documentation Requirements

·         Transducer & Measurement Selection

·         Transducer Mounting Locations

·         Handling Resonances

·         Dealing with Shaft Runout (proximity probe use)

·         Thermal Vectors

Vibration and Balance Tolerances

·         Vibration Tolerances & Recommended Specifications

·         Balance Quality Grades:  ISO; API; Navy

·         Residual Unbalance Tolerances

·         Determining Residual Unbalance after Balancing

CASE HISTORY WORKSHOPS

·         Primary Air Fan (Balanced)

·         Induced Draft Fan (Balanced)

·         Main Turbine – Exciter (Balanced)

·         Boiler Feed Pump (Realigned!)

·         Gland Steam Exhauster Fan (Incorrect Flow!)

Day 5:

MACHINERY BALANCING EXAM PREPARATION AND CERTIFICATION

IN-PLANT BALANCING EXAMPLE (optional)

One (1) piece of plant machinery can be balanced as a group exercise, with M&B providing oversight, analysis & recommendations. This requires one (1) full additional day, and coordination between site and M&B personnel for scheduling and efficient execution

A variety of methodologies will be used during the course that includes:

·         (30%) Based on Case Studies

·         (30%) Techniques 

·         (30%) Role Play

·         (10%) Concepts

·         Pre-test and Post-test

·         Variety of Learning Methods

·         Lectures

·         Case Studies and Self Questionaires

·         Group Work

·         Discussion

·         Presentation

This rate includes participant’s manual, Hand-Outs, buffet lunch, coffee/tea on arrival, morning & afternoon of each day.

Daily Course Timings:

    08:00 - 08:20       Morning Coffee / Tea

    08:20 - 10:00       First Session

    10:00 - 10:20       Coffee / Tea / Snacks

    10:20 - 12:20       Second Session

    12:20 - 13:30       Lunch Break & Prayer Break

    13:30 - 15:00       Last Session