Considering the continuous running and severe working conditions of turbines, it is advisable to conduct periodic inspections of turbine shafts. The following is recommended:
- Inspection of the turbine shaft bearing seating diameter for taper and ovality. This should be recorded.
- Due to corrosion and fatigue cracks, it is recommended to undertake a crack detection check, preferably by magnetic particle test (MPI) or by dye penetrant test. A qualified technician should essentially undertake this.
- Hardness Test – The hardness of the bearing seating area should be checked.
- It is essential that the turbine shaft bearing seating diameter is free of bearing line marks, pitting, corrosion, and other defects, and has a surface finish under international norms. This can be checked, and the surface finish can be improved by polishing the bearing seating area.
RA Power Solutions Pvt. Ltd. has been providing the above inspection services for turbineshafts, crankshafts, rotor shafts, alternator shafts, and pump shafts for more than 45 years all over the world and has served reputed companies. Our technicians are well-trained and experienced and can be deputed to the site on short notice.
To get more information regarding onsite machining, crankshaft repair, and grinding services, contact us at rajshahani@rapowersolutions.com or info@rapowersolutions.com, or call us at +91 9582647131 or +91 9810012383.
Inspection of Turbine Shaft – RA Power Solutions
Raj Shahani
Raj Shahani
R A Power Solutions
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