A machine experiences thermal growth, or dynamic movement, more commonly understood as a change in temperature, from the time it starts until it is up to full power operation. This temperature change is a normal occurrence most notably in the supports and bearings of the machine.
To explain, thermal growth or dynamic movement means when a metal is heated to certain temperatures, it will without a doubt lengthen. The change can be minor, or it may be of more significance.
It is extremely important that machines be aligned properly. As machines transition from a cold start to a fully operating, high temperature level, it is critical that the thermal growth be monitored. This enables correctly adjusting a machine for unpredictable relative torque movement.
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