Propulsion and Steering Systems

Original manufacture of ships uses the Micro Alignment Telescope system to build the propulsion and steering systems. Once sold, these vessels may be used all over the world and eventually require repair or refitting in a country far from the manufacturer’s base. Identical alignment equipment and methods are then used.
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Coal Unloading Conveyor

Coal for power stations comes to its destinations by a variety of transport methods. When a ship is the vehicle used, there comes the problem of discharging the loose cargo in the hold onto the dockside, or waiting land-transport. One of our customers was involved with the design and construction of a screw-type conveyor which dips down into the ship’s hold and withdraws the cargo. Alignment problems arose in the assembly of the several sections which make up the cylindrical head of the machine, allowing debris between the blade edge and the outer casing, resulting in breakdown and replacement sections. Using the Micro Alignment Telescope, Unimount and special targets a series of suitable measuring and alignment procedures was evolved.
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"A" Frame Ship Unloading Structure

This frame structure pivots in large, plain bearings to take cargo on and off the vessel. Misalignment of the plain bearings causes low efficiency, increases stress and premature failure of the system. To prevent these problems the Micro Alignment Telescope and accessories can be used.
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Submarine Applications

Modern military submarines have a number of auxiliary "masts" which protrude from the conning tower. Misalignment creates "noise". Advancements of technology and design of these systems have produced problems in the installation and maintenance of the guide bearings for these "masts". The use of two Micro Alignment Telescopes with a master reference plate and intermediate targets has proved a practical and successful solution to the problem.
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