Line shaft technology dates back to the 18th century and was literally the driving force behind the Industrial Revolution of the 19th century. Line shafts are still in use on many older paper and board machines. This course discusses the design and function of common line shafts used in the papermaking industry along with maintenance and safety guidelines.
•List the two most common power sources for line shaft drives on paper and board machines
•List the drive sections of a typical paper or board machine
•Define the term "draw"
•Explain the difference between cone pulley and non-pulley line shaft drive systems
•Explain the purpose of helper drives
•List the elements of a typical line shaft drive system maintenance program
•Identify and describe safety hazards and safety guidelines for paper and board machine line shaft drives
