How to Clean a CNC Machine
Leave a CommentLike any high-performance machinery, your computer numerical control (CNC) machine requires regular cleaning and maintenance to ensure it lasts longer and maintains its performance. The type of maintenance to conduct on these machines can be broken down into daily, monthly, and annual tasks. Here, we’ll go over the various cleaning and maintenance activities for CNC […]
Spindle Repair vs. Spindle Replacement
Leave a CommentIf your spindle is damaged, you may wonder whether you should repair or replace it. There are several factors to consider when making this decision, including the extent of the damage, the cost of the repairs, and the expected lifetime of the repaired spindle. In many cases, repairing a spindle is preferable to replacing it, […]
Choosing the Right Chip Conveyor Repair Service – All You Need to Know
Leave a CommentIn industrial environments, manufacturing and machining operations often produce waste in the form of scraps, shavings, and chips. A chip conveyor moves this dry or wet material away from production, keeping the workspace clean, workers safe, and drains or piping from clogging. When your production line is down due to a chip conveyor issue, it […]
How Do CNC Machines Work?
Leave a CommentComputer numerical control (CNC) machines use software code to control production equipment and automate machining processes. Removing material through subtractive manufacturing, CNC machining generates components in an extremely accurate, efficient, and replicable way. But how does a CNC machine work? Learn more about the CNC machining process, the equipment involved, and its proper maintenance. What […]
CNC Machine Maintenance Tips
Leave a CommentComputer numerical control (CNC) machines have revolutionized modern manufacturing. They provide a high level of efficiency, accuracy, and consistency in manufacturing precision parts. Examples of CNC machines include lathes, grinders, and routers. Like other machines, CNC machines require regular maintenance to maintain efficiency and reliability. However, maintenance can be a complicated task that requires specialized […]
Choosing the Right Ball Screw
Leave a CommentAt Rubin Engineering & Sales, we service and repair modern and vintage machine tools. Our primary focus is out-of-production or obsolete components that are difficult to find or repair, including drives, electric controls, chip conveyors, way covers, spindles, and ball screws. Our refurbished components from top manufacturers meet or surpass OEM standards. Many machines rely […]