Misalignment is one of the leading causes of premature bearing failure, excessive vibration, mechanical seal damage and unplanned downtime in pump systems. Even minor angular or parallel misalignment between a pump and its drive unit places unnecessary load on rotating components, accelerating wear and reducing the operational life of equipment that is often costly to repair or replace.

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Precision laser alignment is the most accurate and reliable method available for ensuring your pumpset is correctly aligned and running at peak mechanical efficiency. Marley Flow Control uses industry-leading laser alignment technology to align pump systems to within coupling manufacturer tolerances, giving you confidence that your equipment is set up correctly and protected against the most common causes of mechanical failure.

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Precision Laser Alignment You Can Trust

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Our technicians use our own high-accuracy laser alignment tools and stay current with the latest alignment technology and training. This ensures every alignment we perform meets the exacting tolerances required by coupling manufacturers and the operational demands of your specific application.

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Unlike traditional dial gauge methods, laser alignment eliminates the potential for human error in measurement interpretation, produces repeatable results and significantly reduces the time required on site. The technology we use provides real-time feedback during the alignment process, allowing our technicians to make precise, verified adjustments rather than estimating corrections.

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Upon completion of every pumpset laser alignment, we provide a written alignment report documenting the as-found and as-left measurements for each alignment conducted. This report gives you a verifiable record of the work performed and serves as a baseline for future maintenance planning and condition monitoring.

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Why Laser Alignment Matters

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The consequences of running a misaligned pumpset extend well beyond the pump itself. Misalignment transfers damaging radial and axial forces to the motor, gearbox and connected pipework, contributing to a range of problems including:

• Premature bearing and seal failure

• Increased vibration and noise

• Higher energy consumption

• Accelerated coupling wear

• Unplanned shutdowns and costly emergency repairs

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Regular laser alignment, particularly following any maintenance work, equipment removal, thermal cycling or foundation movement, is a straightforward and cost-effective way to protect your capital investment and maintain system reliability.