A worn part doesn't always mean replacing the whole piece of equipment. Often, the damaged parts can be replaced, a part can be rebuilt new, or it can be repaired and repainted, then put back into service. Here are three recent examples, in photos.
1. Transition walkway bases — rail industry
At a rail carrier, 4 platforms each rest on 4 transition walkway bases that support a rail: 16 bases in all. Over the years they had become covered in rust, the paint was peeling and a crack was visible at the corner of the bearing plate.
What we did: on all 16 bases, the damaged parts were replaced with new parts, then the bases were repainted. They support the rail again, bolted in place.
2. Shaping plates — industrial bakery
In an industrial bakery, stainless steel shaping plates are used every day. The original plate was scratched across its whole surface and showed weld tacks along the edges.
What we did: we fabricated a new stainless steel plate with a clean folded edge to replace the old one. In food plants, a smooth surface and clean edges make cleaning easier; we explain why in our article on polished stainless steel and sealed welds.
3. Transport racks for aluminum extrusions
In an aluminum extrusion plant, stackable racks are used to move the profiles. Worn and rusted, they needed to be refurbished.
What we did: all 55 racks were repaired, repainted with high-temperature paint, then delivered to the client.
Do you have a worn part?
Send us a photo with the quote form, or call us at 438-357-8800. We'll tell you whether the part can be repaired, rebuilt new, or is better replaced.
Photos: Alliance Maintenance Industrielle. Clients are not named.