Decreasing Wear on $500,000 Fans a Big Plus for Plum Creek
The reality of changing bearings every week and a half, as well as the shortening of the lifespan of their two large induced draft fans due to high vibration levels, was not acceptable for Plum Creek - a leading manufacturer of Medium Density Fiberboard located in Columbia Falls, Montana. LORD Corporation's Balancing System was selected for use at Plum Creek because of its ability to make rapid balance corrections and withstand the harsh environment. Installed in early 2003, the Balancing System is credited with an increase in production, as well as extension of equipment life and decreased wear and tear on the $500,000 fans. Although Plum Creek still shuts down once a month for routine maintenance, such occurrences are typically planned and not in response to fan unbalance.
