3 Questions to Ask About Your Next Spindle Repair Warranty

Whether you’re running a CNC mill, grinder, or lathe your machine’s spindle is a critical component, and daily operations subject it to tremendous pressures. These pressures all but ensure that your spindle will, at some point in its lifespan, require repair. For these reasons, we consider the warranty offered on a repaired spindle to be […]

How the Manufacturing Industry Will Adapt to COVID-19

While the COVID-19 pandemic isn’t quite behind us, restrictions in several states are beginning to relax and many companies are grappling with how to return to work responsibly. For essential businesses like the manufacturing industry, planning for the future has less to do with bringing workers back to the office and more to do with […]

How Independent Spindle Repair Companies Can Help During the COVID19 Pandemic

It’s an understatement to say that the COVID19 (or Coronavirus) pandemic will have a profound and long-lasting impact on the world as we know it. From the way we work, and teach our children, to how we buy food. It’s inevitable that COVID19 will touch upon every facet of our lives–with some estimates predicting it […]

How to Prevent Spindle Failure in the New Year

In high-end manufacturing, any machine with moving parts will inevitably need to be repaired or replaced. If the machine is improperly maintained, the friction caused by grinding can severely wear down critical components. Damaged spindles negatively affect machine performance and can hinder other key systems. It’s essential to catch spindle damage early and conduct necessary […]

Spindle Maintenance Tips for 2020

Often manufacturers have an “Out of sight, out of mind” approach to spindle maintenance that can result in both costly repairs and production delays. Studies show that unexpected downtime can cost as much as $100,000 per hour. Just like any machine, it’s essential to understand the specific warning signs of your spindles and how to […]

Why Independent Spindle Repair is Vital to the Aerospace Industry

It’s undeniable that the aerospace industry is rapidly changing. With global shortages in new aircraft supply and economic uncertainties on the horizon, independent spindle repair companies can provide high-quality services to extend the life of your machines and help you stay competitive. There is a Critical Shortage of Planes Plane orders are up, but the […]

How to Prevent Spindle Bearing Failure

Anyone that operates high-capacity manufacturing spindles understands that spindle bearing health is critical to the successful operation of a machine. As bearings wear and deteriorate, the performance of the spindle will suffer. If the problem isn’t corrected, then total failure is inevitable. Common causes of bearing failure include poor storage and handling, contamination, overload, incorrect […]

How Companies are Adapting to Manufacturing Technology Trends

With new technology and an evolving global economy, it’s imperative that manufacturers stay apprised of the latest in manufacturing technology trends. While manufacturing is outpacing the average growth for the global economy, some companies are still struggling with labor shortages, fluctuating supply logistics, and advances in predictive maintenance. As technology changes, manufacturing must change with […]

How GTI Repairs All Kessler Spindles

For many manufacturers, Kessler spindles are the heart of their business. We know because Kessler spindle repair is the heart of ours. That is why we have taken the time to master the skills and tools necessary to resolve any Kessler spindle problem quickly and efficiently. Our procedures for machine tool spindle failure analysis, spindle […]