Industrial Repair Service

Repairing More Than Machines: Our Dedication to Love Kaleb Inc.

photo from the Love Kaleb cookout

On Friday, August 30th, the Industrial Repair Service crew hosted a cookout that celebrated the success of the 2nd Annual Golf Tournament and Fundraiser in partnership with Love Kaleb Inc. at our headquarters in Cumming, Georgia.   The lunch began at noon, where attendees were welcomed with barbecue favorites, including hamburgers and hot dogs, potato/macaroni salad, Repairing More Than Machines: Our Dedication to Love Kaleb Inc.

4 Easy DIY Labor Day Fixes 

tool belt

While some might say December is the most wonderful time of the year, many would disagree. September marks the kids’ return to school, a slight drop in temperature from those scorching August days, and, of course, Labor Day weekend!   The 31st to the 2nd is a great time to catch up on those DIY projects 4 Easy DIY Labor Day Fixes 

From Coast to Coast, We’ve Got You Covered 

Industrial Repair Service locations

Industrial Repair Service was established in Norcross, Georgia, by James Doyle, the President and Chief Executive Officer of IRS. When he started the business, he could’ve never imagined that he’d have eight locations across the nation with over one hundred employees, making Industrial Repair the remarkable company it is today.   Do you want to send From Coast to Coast, We’ve Got You Covered 

Metal Detectors 101 

commercial metal detector

Did you know that in 2012 Kellogg recalled millions of cereal boxes “due to the possible presence of fragments of flexible metal mesh from a faulty manufacturing part?” In January 2015, Unibright Foods recalled tens of thousands of pounds of prepared meat products after it was revealed that packages might contain “extraneous metal materials” by the Department of Metal Detectors 101 

Beyond the Blueprint: How VR is the Future of Trades 

VR headsets in use

You’ve seen the commercials. Meta and Oculus have taken the world by storm as some of the most popular VR sets in the tech industry, and we’ve recently seen an influx of its use in manufacturing. But what is VR, and what can it do to make workers’ lives easier?  Virtual Reality is a headset Beyond the Blueprint: How VR is the Future of Trades 

Servo Valves vs. Proportional Valves: Choosing the Right Tool for the Job 

Moog servo valve

Hydraulic valves are fundamental parts of machinery that regulate fluid flow within a hydraulic system. They control the trajectory, rate of flow, and force and are crucial to controlling energy conversion for mechanical output. While there are many types of valves, we’re going to focus on two: servo and proportional valves.   Servo valves were created Servo Valves vs. Proportional Valves: Choosing the Right Tool for the Job 

Back-to-School Field Trip: Behind the Scenes at Industrial Repair Service 

photo of an Industrial Repair Service building

With back-to-school season in session, it’s time for your first field trip! Have you ever wondered what goes into a repair at Industrial Repair Service? Let’s take you behind the scenes at every step of our process. The first step in our journey is to receive your repair or arrange for a free pickup. Once Back-to-School Field Trip: Behind the Scenes at Industrial Repair Service 

Building the Future: The Resurgence of Skilled Trades 

students learning skilled trades

Since the early 2000s, there has been a significant decline in trade jobs across the nation. Working in trade was at its peak in the mid-20th century. However, it started to dwindle by the 1950s and 1960s. Once the 1990s hit, there was a significant shift to service-based economies. What once went from young men Building the Future: The Resurgence of Skilled Trades 

Recap: DFW and CHI Meet & Greets + RSVP!  

industrial repair meet and greet

Since we started in 1991, Industrial Repair Service has been committed to exceptional customer service. We do everything to fulfill our client’s repair needs. Earlier this July, we launched a series of Meet & Greets to allow our customers to connect with the Industrial Repair Service team, gain insights into the repair process, and explore Recap: DFW and CHI Meet & Greets + RSVP!  

Is Your Machine Coughing? Preventative Maintenance is the Cure! 

scheduled maintenance tasks

Have you heard the words “preventative maintenance” one too many times? There’s a reason for that!   Preventative maintenance is when you entrust your machine to experts like us, who will care for it when it shows symptoms of a needed repair. Symptoms can include unusual noises or vibrations, fluid leaks, and increased downtime. If warning Is Your Machine Coughing? Preventative Maintenance is the Cure!