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X-Series™ Laser Shaft Alignment Systems for Rail, Transit & Transportation
Reliability on the Move Begins with Precision at the Shop Floor
Rail and transit systems, whether freight, passenger, metro, or heavy haul, depend on the seamless operation of rotating equipment to maintain safety, scheduling, and profitability. From diesel-electric locomotives to trackside compressors and transit HVAC systems, the alignment of rotating shafts is critical to performance.
Hamar Laser’s X-Series™ Laser Shaft Alignment Systems are engineered to ensure high-precision shaft alignment in rail depots, service centers, manufacturing facilities, and field maintenance sites. These systems reduce maintenance time, improve fleet uptime, and help extend the life of mission-critical components like motors, gearboxes, generators, fans, and pumps.
Where Our Technology Fits in Rail & Transit
Railcar Manufacturing & Maintenance Facilities
Locomotive Shops & Engine Houses
Transit Authority Maintenance Yards
Transportation Infrastructure Projects (e.g., tunnels, bridges)
Trackside Equipment & Support Systems
Why Rail & Transit Operators Choose X-Series™
Unmatched Accuracy – Industry-leading resolution (to 0.00002 in.) with Unidirectional Dual-Beam™ Technology
No Rough-Alignment Required – Mount and measure in minutes without manual guesswork or dial indicators
Live Move Data – Real-time visual guidance for fast and accurate adjustments
Wireless IP67-Rated Heads – Rugged design for rail yards, trackside, or mobile shops
Fast, Repeatable Measurements – 60–70% faster than manual methods, with consistent results
Digital Reporting – Instant documentation for regulatory compliance and preventative maintenance planning
What Can Be Aligned with X-Series?
Diesel engine drive shafts
Generator/motor sets
Radiator fans & blowers
Air compressor systems
Pumping and hydraulic systems
HVAC units on rolling stock
Conveyor and loading equipment
CASE STUDY
Transit Authority Boosts Equipment Availability by 12%
Problem: A metropolitan transit agency was experiencing recurring HVAC motor failures and downtime due to misaligned couplings across its electric train fleet. Technicians were using straightedges and dial indicators, with limited visibility into angular misalignment.
Solution: The agency implemented the X-660 X-Series™ Laser Shaft Alignment System, using its Easy-Guide™ software to perform precise alignments during scheduled maintenance windows.
Reduced
alignment time by
65%
per HVAC unit
Improved mean time
between failure (MTBF)
for motors and seals
Increased system
uptime by
12%
across 200+ cars
Generated
alignment reports
for maintenance
records and QA
Significantly reduced
vibration levels,
improving passenger
comfort
Maintenance Made Easier
With its user-friendly software, rugged wireless heads, and superior accuracy, X-Series™ gives transportation maintenance teams the ability to align shafts quickly and with confidence, even under tight timelines and demanding conditions. Whether you’re performing routine maintenance in a depot or rebuilding drive units at a central facility, precision alignment is now faster, easier, and more reliable than ever.
The Bottom Line
In the high-stakes world of rail and transit, where safety, reliability, and uptime are non-negotiable, Hamar Laser’s X-Series™ delivers unmatched alignment performance. It reduces unplanned downtime, extends component life, lowers maintenance costs, and helps keep your rolling stock, and your operations, on track.
Let’s Solve Your Toughest Alignment Problems
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