摘要 |
An arrangement for fastening of a steam joint to a paper machine frame or similar in alignment with the shaft of a steam cylinder is provided. The arrangement utilizes existing fixing points for the support of the old steam joint to the machine frame. Accordingly the arrangement comprises an annular rigid assembly plate having a center opening allowing free passage therethrough for parts of the steam joint to be connected with the interior of the steam cylinder, the assembly plate further being provided with a pair of first holes positioned diametrically on opposite sides of said center opening, at least two second holes positioned on opposite sides of the line defined by said first holes, a plurality of third holes distributed along the periphery of the assembly plate, a pair of first rigid fastening screws inserted with clearance through said pair of first holes and secured into threaded holes in the machine frame, distance means provided on said first screws between the machine frame and the assembly plate, second screws provided through said second holes of the assembly plate into engagement with the machine frame, a plurality of third screws for securing a bell support of the steam joint to the assembly plate with help of said plurality of third holes.
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