Studer, a renowned manufacturer of cylindrical grinding machines, is offering a transformative overhaul service that revitalizes older models by enhancing their efficiency, performance, and precision. This service is designed to restore machines to their original operational state, providing the same level of accuracy and reliability as when they were first delivered, with additional options for modernization and expansion.
Over time, even high-performance cylindrical grinding machines, whether used in small-scale or high-volume production, experience a decline in precision. This deterioration can occur more rapidly with intensive use, aggressive materials, or specific cooling lubricants. However, Studer’s comprehensive overhaul service can rejuvenate these machines, bringing them back to their original condition.
The cost of a complete overhaul is approximately 50 to 60% of the price of a new machine, according to Marcos Cotarelo, Head of Customer Care Sales at Fritz Studer AG. This overhaul includes the replacement and renewal of guideways using the GranitanS200 coating, ensuring that the machine’s geometry and precision match those of a brand-new unit.
The overhaul process is thorough: the machine is transported to Studer’s plant in Thun, Switzerland, where it undergoes complete disassembly and inspection. Original parts are used alongside the expertise of Studer’s technicians to ensure sustainable quality and high precision. Additionally, components are revised, the enclosure is sandblasted and repainted, and worn parts are replaced, resulting in a machine that looks and functions as if it were new.
Studer also offers the option to overhaul individual sub-assemblies, such as the workhead, wheelhead, and tailstock. The company employs a team of over 25 specialists to manage these overhauls annually, supported by experts in new machine production, electronics, mechanics, and logistics. This ensures smooth operations and comprehensive support, whether in Europe or internationally.
Before shipment, each overhauled machine undergoes function and geometry testing and is provided with a new original manufacturer certificate. Companies benefit from a one-year warranty and ongoing technical support. The typical duration for a full overhaul is 12 to 14 weeks, during which companies can use a loan machine to avoid production delays.
Studer’s overhaul service also offers opportunities for modernization, such as retrofitting measuring heads, internal grinding spindles, spindle cooling systems, and hydraulically swiveling dressing units. This enables businesses to enhance their machines with new capabilities and improve production efficiency. Additionally, automation solutions and software updates can further enhance the machine’s functionality, allowing for greater flexibility and efficiency in production.
In summary, Studer’s overhaul service provides a cost-effective way to extend the life of cylindrical grinding machines while upgrading their performance and capabilities, offering an appealing alternative to purchasing new equipment.