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What Is the Spindle Repair Process?

What Is the Spindle Repair Process?

The anatomy and functionality of a spindle is complex. And as such, it takes true expertise to understand, troubleshoot, and repair spindles correctly.

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Top 4 Ways Your Spindle Rebuild Project WILL Benefit From an In-House Grinding Department

Top 4 Ways Your Spindle Rebuild Project WILL Benefit From an In-House Grinding Department

Simply put, a spindle repair company should have the experience and expertise to repair your spindle the right way.

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5 Key Reasons Why Your Spindle Repair Shop Should Offer a Spindle Support Program

5 Key Reasons Why Your Spindle Repair Shop Should Offer a Spindle Support Program

After a spindle repair is complete, one of the best tools a repair shop can provide its customers with is a ‘spindle support program.

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What Does It Mean to Be a Factory Authorized Big Plus Spindle Rebuilder?

What Does It Mean to Be a Factory Authorized Big Plus Spindle Rebuilder?

The ability to rebuild a BIG PLUS spindle is a specialty few spindle repair companies possess.

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Hardinge HMTS Show

Hardinge HMTS Show

Northland Tool & Electronics was recently invited to the Hardinge Machine Technology Show 2014 in Elmira, NY where we exhibited as a Technology Partner.

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Walter DB112005 Spindle Repair

Walter DB112005 Spindle Repair

Our customer, a large tooling manufacturer, was experiencing a loud, roaring noise and poor part finish with this double-ended grinding spindle.

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Niigata SPN 40 Spindle Rebuild

Niigata SPN 40 Spindle Rebuild

Possible cause of failure: Catastrophic failure of #1 and #2 front bearings. Shaft 40 taper is below gauge line. OD of shaft nose has a large dent, drive dogs have light cosmetic wear.

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Cincinnati Maxim 500 Spindle Rebuild

Cincinnati Maxim 500 Spindle Rebuild

Possible cause of failure: Bearings noisy from use and contamination. 50 taper worn with low spots. Drawbar force is low. Drive dogs have wear marks. Grippers worn from use.

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Topper Spindle Rebuild

Topper Spindle Rebuild

Possible cause of failure: Bearing failure from contamination in the front and rear. Rear of spindle covered with dried coolant.

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Heald Red Head 405 Spindle Rebuild

Heald Red Head 405 Spindle Rebuild

Possible cause of failure: All bearings are contaminated. Front and rear shaft journals, shoulder and pilot are not at ISO. Rear pulley taper area and face are marked up.

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