How do geometry lasers work?
What geometric characteristics are measurable?
How precise is laser measurement?
Why do I need a laser system? I have other methods that seem to work well.
Machine manufacturers never mention the need to realign my machine tools. Is periodic alignment really necessary?
How much do alignment systems cost?
How much can I save?
Who uses geometry lasers?

Q: How do geometry lasers work?

A: Systems consist of a laser, targets and data display or computer software. Lasers emit flat planes and/or lines that are aligned to a machine's datum or to gravity (level). They provide a reference to measure other points using position-sensitive laser targets. The data display or computer software shows the deviations and allows to use to make corrections in real time.

Q: What geometric characteristics are measurable?

A: Straightness, perpendicularity, flatness, parallelism and concentricity. Applications include spindle, turbine, coupling and sheave alignment.

Q: How precise is laser measurement?

A: The accuracy is within .00004" in 5' depending on the laser . This is equivalent to slicing the thickness of a sheet of paper 75 times.

Q: Why do I need a laser system? I have other methods that seem to work well.

A: Other alignment methods are slow, less accurate and only tell you what's wrong. Geometry lasers are easier to set up, simpler to use and show you how to actually fix alignment problems.

Q: Machine manufacturers never mention the need to realign my machine tools. Is periodic alignment really necessary?

A: Yes. Normal wear and tear, vibration, metal fatigue, temperature, humidity changes, accidents, and many other conditions can cause misalignment.

Q: How much do alignment systems cost?

A: Systems are priced from $4,000 to $45,000 (U.S.), depending on the application.

Q: How much can I save?

A: Our customers have reported saving in excess of $1 million over the course of one year. The savings vary by application and many other factors.

Q: Who uses geometry lasers?

A: Major manufacturers like Boeing, John Deere, General Motors, Chrysler, Ford, Corning, Vought Aircraft, Giddings & Lewis, Ingersoll, G.E., Husky, Heidelberg, Battenfeld, and many others are all committed to geometry laser technology.