Thousands of good heavy machine tools “go to work” each day, as they have for generations. Today, they are joined by newer, lighter, more complex machines. Subsequently, machine tool repair, rebuild, and retrofit projects come in as many varied sizes and requirements as there are makes and models of machines. Peiffer has the depth of experience and tenacious ingenuity to get your machine tool working — the right way — again.
Machine Tool Repairs
A ‘down’ machine tool is a problem that needs a solution as quickly as possible. Reduced productivity, decreased capacity, and lost revenue…. It’s crucial that you get prompt, expert service to diagnose and fix the problem—ASAP!
Peiffer provides on-site machine tool field service throughout the United States. Our usual response time to service inquiries is 24-48 hours.
Whether machine repairs are made at your location or back at our shop in Pennsylvania, our team will troubleshoot what’s wrong, provide a plan, and make the repairs needed to get you up and running again.
- Knowledgeable, Experienced Service Technicians
- Work on Many Makes/Models of Machine Tools
- Machine Tool Evaluation/Inspection
- On-Site Field Service
- Detailed Reporting
Machine Tool Rebuilds
Machine tool rebuilding, the Peiffer way, involves detailed, “from the ground up” processes to assess, measure, dismantle, catalog, research, scrape, grind, paint, fit, align, and test run. Hydraulics, pneumatics, electrical, mechanical, safety — all aspects of machine operation come under the highest levels of scrutiny to assure like-new operation and accuracy.
You can rely on the machine tool rebuilders at Peiffer to get your rebuild job done right—on time and on budget. Our in-house facilities were built for this work, and our breadth of experience enables us to get it done:
- Complete machine tool disassembly/reassembly
- Expert parts sourcing, machining, and/or reconditioning
- Way Work (including scraping, alignment, and linear way replacement)
- Spindle Repair and Rebuild
- Ball Screw Repair and Replacement
- Hand Scraping
- Grinding
- Drives Upgrades
Machine Tool Retrofits
Machine tool retrofits often go hand in hand with machine repair or rebuild projects. A CNC Control Retrofit enables good old machines to do more, with enhanced, easy-to-use functionality and restored reliability.
Peiffer is a FANUC Authorized CNC System Integrator, and our depth of Machine Rebuilding experience ensures your CNC Control Retrofit will be just right for your needs and your budget.
- Whole machine assessment (mechanical, electrical, hydraulic, pneumatic)
- Panel building and re-wiring
- Complete retrofit integration
- Follow-up training and documentation
Authorized Heidenhain and Acu-Rite Dealer
Peiffer Machine Services is an authorized dealer and installer of Heidenhain and Acu-Rite products for the machine tool industry, from a full line of DRO (Digital Read Out) systems to various encoders for use in linear, rotary, and angle machine tool applications.
From our decades of experience helping to specify and install these devices for Peiffer customers, we can attest to the value of this investment….. Adding one of these devices to your machine tool can provide many benefits, including: greater accuracy, better part quality, higher repeatability, and ultimately, increased savings for your bottom line. As part of a rebuild or retrofit project, it’s a win-win for you and your machine tool.
From Our Happy Clients
Featured Projects
Mori Seiki Lathe
Rebuild/Retrofit
This old, dysfunctional machine was completely restored for reliable production, including a new CNC control, new electrical, and new lube system.
Large VTL
Emergency Field Repair
Peiffer was called in to diagnose and repair this critical 140” VTL that crashed following “repairs” by another company.
J&L Slant Bed Lathes
Rebuild/Retrofit
Peiffer completed this intensive rebuild and retrofit program for three (3) machines in six months.
Trusted Expertise & Nationwide Service
Since 1956, Peiffer Machine Services has been keeping machine tools running at machine shops and manufacturing facilities across the United States. Our team’s 200 plus years of combined experience means we truly know what it takes to repair your equipment and restore it to like-new condition.
Contact Peiffer Today
Calling Peiffer is the first important step to getting your machine back to full production. From decades of experience, we know the right questions to ask and how to proceed. We’ll tell you the truth about what needs to be done and provide you an honest quote.
Bottom line is this — you don’t have time to waste nor extra dollars to spare; you need a Service Partner you can trust to get the Job Done Right — the first time.
