by Nicolas Beland | Feb 22, 2017 | Machine Alignment, Mining
Having a reliable and long-lasting conveyor system is key to a mining operation. However, alignment of conveyors is often overlooked and the reliability of these conveyors is undermined. Common conveyor issues caused by misalignment include belt failure and premature...
by Katherine O'Maley | Dec 14, 2016 | Precision Measurement
With 2016 rapidly coming to a close, we thought we would take this opportunity to provide our readers – both our regular visitors and our new – with our top five most viewed blog posts. OASIS strongly believes that an informed, knowledgeable customer...
by George LeGrand | Nov 10, 2016 | Machine Alignment, Pulp & Paper
Though more traditional alignment tools and methodologies are still often the choice for alignment inspections in many areas of a paper machine, in some sections of a paper machine, newer innovative measurement tools and methods are much faster and more efficient. The...
by Hubert Meagher | Oct 28, 2016 | Precision Measurement
Written by Hubert Meagher, OASIS Director of Metrology Services, this post recently appeared on the Talking Points Blog published by Hexagon Manufacturing Intelligence. In future posts, we will provide additional technical information on the capabilities of our...
by Hubert Meagher | Sep 1, 2016 | Extruders, Precision Measurement
The misalignment of components within an aluminum extrusion press can cause significant issues such as inconsistent die performance, uneven wear, premature failure or excessive wear of dummy blocks, and in extreme cases, damaged and/or broken stems, containers and tie...