Performing field balance services on rotating equipment reduces radial stresses and increases machine health of your equipment. In many cases it’s not practical to remove a turbine or fan from service to balance in a shops balancing machine due to cost, time requirements or other reasons.
Why perform Field Balance?
First of all, when a rotor is experiencing unbalance, vibration causes stress in both the rotor and its bearing supports. Therefore, bearings and mechanical components exposed to excessive loading during operation. Additionally, under these conditions mechanical seals, bearings and system damage result in expensive repair cost. Finally, field balance services can help you reduce these forces through trim balancing efforts.
- Improved machine operations by reduction of turning speed amplitude.
- Reduce maintenance cost and equipment downtime.
- Reduce risk of EHS (environmental, health & safety).
- Reduced risk of unexpected breakdown or shutdown.
