March 5, 2025
Last week, we went over vibration and how tremors can significantly impact your machine. The shakes can often cause premature wear and tear of imperative components, and over time, the stress a machine undergoes from such movements can cause failure. With that being said, there are plenty of other indicators of issues, including unusual noises. … Listen Up! Decoding 3 Common Sounds of Your Industrial Machinery
March 3, 2025
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
February 25, 2025
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)
February 24, 2025
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
February 19, 2025
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!
February 17, 2025
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
February 12, 2025
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
February 10, 2025
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
February 5, 2025
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
February 3, 2025
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
