September 26, 2024
Servo motors are one of the most essential parts of devices, from being used in everyday electronics to heavy machinery in plants across the country. While we’ve previously discussed the history of a servo, a quick recap is that these industrial toys control the position, speed, and force of an object using a feedback mechanism. … 4 Signs Your Servo Motor Needs a Repair (and How We Can Fix Them)
September 24, 2024
Welcome to a day in the life of our Sales Reps! At the heart of our office, our In-Office Account Managers dedicate their day to assisting our loyal customers and solving their concerns. But the action doesn’t stop there! Our Outside Sales Representatives are on the move, meeting face-to-face with companies nationwide. Curious about what … On the Road with Our Sales Reps
September 17, 2024
Water treatment plants are critical infrastructure to the everyday lives of people across America. But like any industry, emergencies can happen and cause major downtime and damage to operations. Natural disasters such as hurricanes, floods, and wildfires can destroy a plant’s infrastructure. Earthquakes can break water and sewer pipes, putting an immediate halt on water … From Natural Disasters to Equipment Failures: Navigating Water Treatment Emergencies
August 14, 2024
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
August 14, 2024
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
August 12, 2024
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
August 9, 2024
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
August 6, 2024
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
August 2, 2024
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
July 31, 2024
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!
