Installation and Alignment of Equipment in Kazakhstan

Leveling and alignment of process equipment are processes used to ensure precise installation and positioning of various devices, production machines, or machine tools in industrial settings.

• Leveling usually includes checking and correcting geometric parameters such as angles, parallelism, perpendicularity, and straightness of various elements. This is necessary for proper mechanism operation, preventing wear, and increasing productivity.
• Alignment involves detecting and correcting any offsets in centers or axes of rotation. For example, alignment is used to align shafts of engines and drives to avoid vibrations and bearing damage.

Both processes play a key role in ensuring efficient and safe operation of industrial machinery, preventing downtime, and extending service life.

Tools

The following tools are used for leveling and alignment of process equipment:

• Optical instruments
• Laser devices for precise installation and adjustment
• Special fixtures for anchoring to foundations
• Materials for grouting under installed devices/mechanisms

Thus, these works use high-precision optical and laser instruments, as well as special materials and fixtures for securing equipment.

Equipment Leveling and Alignment Service at Our Company

«100 TONN.KZ» performs:

• Leveling — adjusting the position of production equipment elements horizontally and vertically
• Alignment — correcting position along the axis of rotation

Leveling and alignment are required when a production unit has moving parts that must be positioned in space with high precision. These operations are an integral part of projects for installing machine tools, machining centers, various drums, and paper-making machines.

We have specialized equipment for leveling and alignment, including electronic levels and European-made laser systems. These devices provide much higher accuracy and speed of work. They eliminate distortions that are almost inevitable with conventional spirit levels.

Our company employs personnel with extensive experience in leveling and alignment. To correctly perform measurements and adjust equipment units in space, we carefully study documentation from the manufacturer, designers, and construction contractors.

For adjusting equipment position, we use calibration plates or other shimming materials. Once all elements are in the design position, the production unit is fixed to the foundation.

Correct positioning of equipment units in space affects parameters such as:

• Ability to reach optimal operating modes
• Productivity
• Energy efficiency
• Operational reliability
• Wear rate and service life

You can order leveling and alignment as part of a installation project or as a standalone service.

Importance of Professionalism

Professionalism in leveling and alignment of process equipment is critically important for:

• Extending service life and reducing costs for modernization and replacement of units
• Reducing wear of mechanical parts, ensuring proper lubrication, and lowering vibration levels
• Precise installation of equipment in the design position using laser leveling
• Ensuring reliable operation and reducing operating costs during installation of industrial mechanisms and structures

Company «100 TONN.KZ» guarantees the competence and professionalism of its workers, who are experts in balancing, alignment, leveling, and adjustment methods. Their experience and knowledge are key to quality performance..

FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)

1) What is included in equipment installation?

Typically, such projects involve unloading production units from transport, moving them across the facility to the installation site, unpacking, lifting onto the foundation (in some cases to a height of several dozen meters), or lowering into a pit. Often, before installation, it is necessary to perform rotation: turning the equipment from the horizontal transport position to the vertical operational position. We also handle this operation. We can further complement the project with alignment, mechanical, and electrical installation.

2) On what foundation can equipment be installed?

It is important that the foundation meets the requirements of the machine, press, or line manufacturer. Only then can safe and efficient operation be expected. We install heavy-duty equipment on foundations of any height, utilizing our gantry systems and strand jacks to get the job done.

3) Do you provide a warranty for equipment installation and alignment?

Yes, we do, as we are confident in the quality of our work. A warranty is especially important for alignment. If the operation were performed unprofessionally, the moving parts of the machine would fail quickly. The standard warranty period is 12 months, which can be extended to 36 months upon the client’s request.

4) How does mounting installation (montage) differ from simple installation?

Assembly (montage) involves a large number of bolted connections and sometimes welding. Mechanical assembly is often accompanied by electrical work and connection to utilities. “Installation” usually refers to cases where the production unit arrives on-site as a single monoblock. If there are several elements but extensive assembly is not required, a “large-unit assembly” service can be ordered.

5) How much does equipment installation and alignment cost in Kazakhstan?

The cost varies from project to project. The heavier and larger the machine or press, and the more cramped the site conditions, the more expensive the service. The price for alignment starts at 80,000 tenge per hour for a specialist equipped with the necessary tools.