For more than half a century, Hamar Laser has redefined precision alignment with groundbreaking innovations that set industry standards worldwide. From pioneering visible laser technology in the 1960s to today’s advanced X-Series™ systems, our legacy is built on accuracy, reliability, and a commitment to helping industries maximize performance and uptime.
To design and manufacture the world’s most accurate and reliable alignment systems, empowering industries to maximize performance, reduce downtime, and extend equipment life.
We achieve this through innovation, integrity, and a steadfast commitment to quality, being proudly engineered and built in the USA for a global market.
Founded in 1967 by laser pioneer Martin Hamar, Hamar Laser has been at the forefront of precision measurement technology for more than half a century. From the very beginning, our company goal has been clear: to design and manufacture the world’s most accurate alignment systems, delivering unmatched performance, reliability, and value to our customers. Every product we create is guided by the same principles that Martin instilled in the company, integrity, innovation, and reliability.
As one of the early pioneers of laser-based alignment systems, Martin Hamar helped revolutionize how industries measure and correct machine alignment. His groundbreaking work set new accuracy standards and established Hamar Laser as a trusted partner in industries where precision is critical, ranging from power generation and manufacturing to aerospace, marine, paper, and beyond.
Today, under the leadership of Rod Hamar, the company continues to honor its founder’s vision while embracing modern technologies and manufacturing processes. We remain proudly Family-owned and American-made, with design, engineering, and production taking place at our headquarters in Danbury, Connecticut.
Hamar Laser has a long history of “industry firsts,” introducing groundbreaking technologies that have shaped the laser shaft alignment industry:
First visible laser alignment system – making precision measurement easier and more intuitive.
First true 4-axis measurement system – delivering complete and accurate shaft alignment in a single setup.
First wireless laser shaft alignment system – giving technicians greater freedom and efficiency.
Patented Dual-Beam™ and Dual-Fan™ Unidirectional laser technologies – providing unmatched accuracy and repeatability.
From our early systems to today’s X-Series™ Laser Shaft Alignment Systems, we have consistently delivered tools that help maintenance teams work faster, smarter, and more precisely, reducing downtime, extending equipment life, and improving operational efficiency.
Hamar Laser’s products are trusted in more than 60 countries around the world. We serve industries where alignment is mission-critical, including:
Power Generation
Oil & Gas
Mining & Metals
Marine & Shipbuilding
Food & Beverage
Aerospace
Pulp & Paper
Automotive & Manufacturing
Our customers range from small, specialized machine shops to some of the largest industrial facilities in the world, and each receives the same commitment to accuracy, support, and long-term reliability.
What sets Hamar Laser apart is not just our technology, but our philosophy:
Unmatched Accuracy – Our systems deliver industry-leading precision, often 20x more accurate than competing systems.
Ease of Use – Designed for real-world technicians, our interfaces and setup processes are intuitive and efficient.
Durability – Built to withstand harsh industrial environments without sacrificing performance.
Full Upgradeability – Our modular designs let customers expand capabilities as their needs grow.
Exceptional Support – Our experienced team provides expert training, application guidance, and ongoing customer care.
As industries move toward smarter, more connected manufacturing, Hamar Laser is leading the way with systems that integrate seamlessly with other predictive and preventive maintenance technologies. Future innovations will include enhanced connectivity, AI-assisted diagnostics, and advanced trend analysis, enabling maintenance teams to not only correct misalignment faster but also prevent it before it impacts operations.
From 1967 to today, and into the future, Hamar Laser remains committed to delivering the highest-precision alignment solutions in the world, helping our customers protect their assets, maximize uptime, and achieve true operational excellence.
Assumptions for this example: You have a 480 volt motor drawing 40 amps and operating 8400 hours/year. The Power Factor is .85. Electricity costs $0.06/kWhr. Also assume that the amp draw is measured before and after the alignment and it is found that there is a 1 amp difference.
kW =V* A*PF*1.732/1000
kW =480V* 1A*.85*1.732/1000
kW =.706 = power savings
Savings ($) = operating hours * kW savings * kW cost
Savings ($) = 8400 * .706 * $0.06/kWhr
Savings ($) = 8400 * .706 * $0.06/kWhr
Savings ($) = 355.82
If your plant has 80 similar motors, and if only half of them had the same amount of savings, it would total $355.82 * .5 = $14,232!
The coupling icons next to the data displays show the direction of the misalignment at the coupling and update as you move or shim the motor! You can also zoom in on the coupling to show them in the live display area of the screen.
