The Problem Our client asked us to look into a knocking sound on a mixing machine. What We Did We investigated the issue, and we found worn / missing teeth in a gearbox. We stripped the machine down, removed the damaged gears, replaced the gears fitted new bearings. The Result The machine was back in […]
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Food Packaging Machine Repair – Realignment of the Drive Shaft in a Food Packaging Machine
The Problem AP Mechanical were requested to realign the main drive shaft in a packaging machine, due to a jerking nature whilst running. The client also needed us to install a torque limiter/ clutch to prevent damage when the machine jams. The original set-up caused a pin to shear causing a large amount of downtime. […]
Boring Machine Repair – Overhaul of Simpuech SP 50 Horizontal Boring Machine
The Problem Our client asked us to carry out an overhaul of the machine, due to excessive noise whilst in use. In addition, the machine was experiencing poor feed engagement. Although the machine manufacturer ‘Simpech’ doesn’t exist as a company any longer, this machine is very versatile and nowadays you would need to buy 2 […]