Industrial Repair Insights & News

The hum of constant operation, the pressure of uninterrupted production, and finding quick solutions amid chaos are the realities of a 24/7 world. Maintaining this delicate balance has complexities, and we’ll explore the critical strategies required to keep the wheels turning day and night.  Operating a plant 24/7 presents many challenges. When operations run all … Navigating the Challenges of 24/7 Operations and Maintenance 

As an industrial repair company, we often face the question: repair or replace? While we’re experts at getting equipment back up and running, sometimes a repair doesn’t make sense. But how do you determine whether a component is beyond repair?  Repairing equipment can often be a more economical and sustainable choice. When replacement parts are … Beyond Repair: When Replacement is the Right Choice (and When It’s Not) 

Your lines are running smoothly, and you’ve been pumping out products for a record time, but you’ve noticed a machine has started to shake. What begins as an occasional vibration becomes consistent, and you wonder if there’s a matter of concern or if it’s the norm for aging equipment.  We hate to be the bearers … The Shaking Truth: Understanding the Impact of Vibration on Industrial Equipment 

Step into the spotlight with us as we shine a light on Adam Kheul, our Shop Manager at our Illinois location in Batavia. We’ll dive deeper into his favorite thing about Industrial Repair Service, the most important lesson he would’ve given to his younger self, his favorite type of repair to work on, and more!  … Employee Spotlight: Getting to Know Adam Kuehl, Our Shop Manager in Chicago!  

We love a good transformation story and are excited to share one from our Houston, Texas, location this month!  While we don’t have specific details about the initial equipment failure and its symptoms, our team in Texas was able to diagnose and resolve issues with a drive unit.    Here is a step-by-step process that … Mission Accomplished! Our HOU Case Study 

Thoughtful gifting is not about the price tag, but the personal touch. Here lies Valentine’s Day inspiration for a gift your partner will cherish long after the roses have wilted:  Is your significant other an avid reader? A bookworm loves endless literary quests, so head to the bookstore and grab a few novels that you … Stop Buying Boring Gifts! Thoughtful Valentine’s Day Ideas 

In one of our “Top Blog Posts of 2024,” we discussed the rise of AI in manufacturing and how it will both positively and negatively impact the industry. With how often AI has become a reoccurring topic of conversation, let’s look at how this new technology will revolutionize the wood industry.  One of the most … The Wood Industry, Reimagined: The Power of AI 

Next Sunday is the fifty-ninth Superbowl, hosted in New Orleans, Louisiana, and we want to help you make the weekend as fun and easy as possible for hosting with these five winning recipes to impress your family and friends.   Are you looking to set up a pitcher to keep your guests’ thirst quenched? Arnold Palmers … Touchdown! 5 Easy Recipes to Score Big at Your Super Bowl Party 

Imagine fixing a vintage car with only an essential toolkit and a dusty manual; That’s the reality of maintaining many older pieces of equipment in the industrial and manufacturing industry. Many factories across the United States use machines that are twenty to thirty years old. While these components were made to last, companies have found … Repairing Legacy Equipment: Overcoming the Challenges