Seals, Bearings and Stern Tubes
WÄRTSILÄ ALIGNMENT AND
Wärtsilä Alignment and measurement
services offer advanced solutions
for aligning all types of rotating and
nonrotating equipment. The services
cover the entire scope of works, from
measurements, calculations and
reporting to proposing and carrying
out corrective actions. All work is
done using Original Equipment
Manufacturer (OEM) parts and
class-approved methodology.
MEASUREMENT SERVICES
BENEFITS
Wärtsilä is a leading supplier of marine
propulsion systems, from the engine to • Turnkey services – measuring, calculation,
the propeller and everything in between. analysis, troubleshooting and correction
We have extensive knowledge and • Increased operating time and productivity,
understanding of how propulsion systems decreased downtime
behave and should be maintained. • Reduced wear and longer operational life
• Fast and accurate measurement
Alignment issues can be hard to detect, • Printouts and live visual displays
and can often go unnoticed for long periods • Approved by all major classification
of time. If not promptly dealt with, the societies
stress and vibrations caused by misaligned
rotating equipment can lead to wear and
breakdowns in the shaft assembly and, with
time, even large-scale damage to struts and
hulls. Regular professional inspection and
realignment is essential to ensure equipment
is in good condition and to avoid the risk of
escalating problems.
TURNKEY SERVICES FOR THE ENTIRE SCOPE OF WORKS

Measurement • Class-approved methodology

• Calculation of alignment and vibration according

to classification society requirements
Analysis
• Done by senior technical expert

• Record of measurement
Reporting • Proposal of corrective actions

• Class-approved methodology
• OEM engineering
Corrective actions
• OEM parts

FAST AND ACCURATE LASER ALIGNMENT
Alignment control of the propeller shaft
is done using Wärtsilä´s patented gyro laser
technology. The technology enables fast and
accurate measurement of the bending line,
allowing the detection of any vertical or
horizontal misalignment. Used in combination
with a jack-up system, it allows the engineer
to compare the measured bending curve with
the actual load in the bearings.
With the necessary tools in place, realignment
of shaft lines can be carried out in a couple of
hours. This is particularly useful if damage has
occurred when a vessel is on a tight schedule.
Shaft realignment can also be used as a
preventative maintenence measure. In the
event of a bearing failure, measuring and
correction whilst afloat can safely bring the
vessel in to dock for repair.
SCOPE OF SUPPLY
The Wärtsilä Alignment and measurement
services are suitable for both new and existing
operational equipment. Measurement and
repair solutions are offered for stern tubes,
propeller shafts/intermediate shafts, engines,
gearboxes, shaft generators, rudders and
hulls.
ALIGNMENT AND MEASUREMENT OF ALL TYPES OF ROTATING/NONROTATING EQUIPMENT

WE MEASURE OUR REPAIR SOLUTIONS

Stern tube Load distribution Realignment of stern tube and bearings, including positioning
Edge loading in bearings Repair of damaged bearings (remetalling of white metal)
Geometrical alignment In-situ machining of stern tube
Straightness of stern tube, using the gyro laser system Work supervision and commissioning
Alignment of stern tube, using the gyro laser system
Slope in stern tube bearings, using the gyro laser system
Propeller shaft / Geometrical alignment Realignment of shaftline and bearings, including re-chocking
Intermediate shaft Straightness of shaft, using the gyro laser system Repair of bent shafts with class-approved cold straightening technology
Alignment of shaft line, using the gyro laser system Work supervision and commissioning
Position of bearings, using the gyro laser system OEM parts
Bending moments, using strain gauges
Shaft whirling, using high-speed data acquisition system
Dynamic behaviour of shaft (can even be done without
dismantling)
Engines Engine alignment, with laser Realignment, including re-chocking
Engine straightness and twist, with gyro laser In-situ machining of damaged crankshafts
Main bearing loads, using the Wärtsilä bearing load system In-situ balancing of coupling
Vibrations (linear and torsional vibration) In-situ machining of bearing cap landing surfaces
Crankshaft deflection, journals inclination and straightness, Work supervision and commissioning
using the Wärtsilä inclinometer system OEM parts
Bearing cap landing surfaces
Gearbox Alignment of gearbox in relation to connected components Repair with OEM parts
Bearing loads, using the Wärtsilä bearing load system Realignment, including re-chocking
Vibrations Work supervision and commissioning
Gearwheel alignment
Gear forces
Shaft generator Generator alignment with laser Realignment, including re-chocking
Vibrations and imbalance In-situ balancing of rotor and coupling
Work supervision and commissioning
Rudder Rudder position in 3D shape Alignment of bearings
Rudder stock straightness Alignment of steering equipment
Nozzle positioning and alignment Repair of bent shaft by class-approved cold-straightening technology
Steering gear alignment In-situ machining
Work supervision and commissioning
OEM parts
Hull Hull deflection from afloat to keel block condition Design capabilities
Hull structure with 3D laser
EDM (Electrical Electrical Discharge Machining is a unique machining
Discharge Machining) technique when it comes to difficult-to-access areas,
machining of hardened materials, removal of broken drills,
taps etc., or special surface requirements
STATE-OF-THE-ART TOOLS ENSURE PRECISE AND EFFECTIVE RESULTS

TOOL KEY FEATURES CUSTOMER BENEFITS

Gyro laser 4D measurements, inclination detection in all measure High-precision measurements, inclination detection in all measure points,
points, reliability reliability
Coupling laser 4D measurements Vertical and horizontal simultaneously

Jack up Fully electronic version with load cell Fast and reliable without hysteresis, exact detection of load for immediate
adjustment
MB Jack up Fully electronic version with load cell, measurement on Fast and reliable without hysteresis, easy to evaluate measured load in rigid
adjacent bearings systems with short distance between bearings’ "main engines"
In-situ inclinometer Specialised measurement equipment for on-site Extremely precise and easy to operate
machining of crankshafts
Monitoring Flexible monitoring solution Customer-specific solutions possible

Calibration service Traceable calibration of various equipment: linear, angular, Global calibration service to network companies and other parties
velocity, acceleration, displacement, load

Wärtsilä Seals and Bearings provides integrated systems, packages, products and services that offer
lifecycle efficiency, reduced risks and are environmentally sustainable. Our global service network
responds fast and provides expertise anywhere in the world at very short notice when needed.
Find out more about Wärtsilä Seals and Bearings at wartsila.com/sealsandbearings.

Wärtsilä’s extensive global service network and efficient spare parts logistics ensure that you can
focus on your core business, and rest assured that your maintenance needs can be optimally met,
whenever and wherever.

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