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When a spindle fails, everything stops. Production halts, deadlines slip, and costs mount by the hour. At Gilman, we understand that downtime isn't just an inconvenience—it's a threat to your bottom line.
Whether you're experiencing vibration, overheating, bearing failure, loss of accuracy, or complete mechanical breakdown, our Wisconsin-based team delivers proven spindle repair solutions that get you back to production quickly with confidence in long-term performance.
When a spindle fails, everything stops. Production halts, deadlines slip, and costs mount by the hour. At Gilman, we understand that downtime isn't just an inconvenience—it's a threat to your bottom line.
Whether you're experiencing vibration, overheating, bearing failure, loss of accuracy, or complete mechanical breakdown, our Wisconsin-based team delivers proven spindle repair solutions that get you back to production quickly with confidence in long-term performance.
A professional spindle rebuild isn't just about swapping bearings. It's about understanding your operation, diagnosing root causes, and engineering solutions that improve performance, while reducing risk for future failures.
Every Gilman spindle repair delivers:
Restored Accuracy & Performance – Return to original specifications or better, with documented verification
Predictable, Reliable Operation – Engineered for your specific application and duty cycle
Extended Asset Life – Maximize your capital equipment investment and delay costly replacements
When repair is treated as an engineering project rather than an emergency patch, you reduce future failures, extend equipment life, and gain operational predictability.
Your facility can't afford repairs that fail. That’s why Gilman spindle rebuild services support industries where precision, reliability, and documentation aren't optional—they're requirements.
Traceability, documentation, and controlled testing aren't extras—they're necessities. Our repairs support aerospace programs and defense manufacturing where spindles must hold tolerance through demanding duty cycles and varying loads.
Consistency drives throughput. We restore spindle accuracy in milling, drilling, boring, and specialty machines, helping you avoid production delays while protecting your equipment investment.
In automated systems, one spindle failure stops the entire workflow. Our repairs support high-speed trimming systems, robotic machining cells, and automation modules where reliability is a system mandate.
High production and heavy duty manufacturing environments demand spindles that perform consistently under sustained loads. Our rebuilds stabilize thermal performance, restore stiffness, and support multi-shift operation.
Unplanned downtime directly impacts cash flow. We deliver predictable performance at a fraction of the cost of new equipment, with turnaround times that keep your schedule intact.
Anyone can replace bearings. Not everyone can guarantee performance.
At Gilman, every repair is backed by testing, documentation, and decades of spindle manufacturing expertise.
Critical surfaces are ground and rebuilt to restore alignment, bearing fit, and concentricity to specification.
Spindles are balanced to ISO, SAE, or DOD standards to eliminate vibration and maximize bearing life.
Bearing classes and preload are precisely matched to your duty cycle for improved performance and extended service life.
Electrical and mechanical systems are repaired together in-house to ensure complete motor performance restoration.
Every spindle is tested at operating speed before shipment. Issues are corrected in our facility—not on your machine.
Each repair includes comprehensive inspection documentation confirming readiness for production.
Replacement isn't always the fastest or safest path forward.
New spindles require re-commissioning, integration time, and often unexpected complications. A properly executed repair eliminates uncertainty while preserving your existing workflow and setup.
Advantages of Professional Repair:
Don't wait for complete failure. Early intervention prevents secondary damage to shafts, housings, and motors.
Schedule a rebuild if you notice:
Addressing these symptoms early protects your investment and reduces total repair costs.
Challenge: Precision bearing testing spindles were experiencing premature failures, disrupting testing schedules and increasing costs.
Solution: Our engineering team redesigned the spindle housing and mounting bracket, reducing environmental factors contributing to failure while improving overall unit performance.
Result: Significantly extended spindle life and improved production consistency—without replacing the machine.
Challenge: Large motorized CNC spindles were failing repeatedly, causing production losses and scrapped parts.
Solution: Complete rebuild including motor rewind, bearing adjustments to increase thrust capacity, and custom spacers manufactured in-house at our Wisconsin facility.
Result: Dramatic performance improvement with increased uptime and scrap costs reduced to zero.
The difference between a rebuild that lasts five years and one that fails in six months isn't the parts—it's the process, engineering discipline, and testing.
Our Professional Rebuild Process Includes:
When repair is approached with engineering rigor, failures become predictable and preventable rather than recurring surprises.
Low-cost repairs often cost more in the long run.
Warning signs of inadequate repair work:
If you've experienced these issues after a previous repair, it's time for a different approach.
Detailed information helps us diagnose accurately, recommend the best solution, and return your spindle quickly.
Please provide:
Clear data shortens turnaround time and improves repair accuracy.
Detailed information helps us diagnose accurately, recommend the best solution, and return your spindle quickly.
Please provide:
Clear data shortens turnaround time and improves repair accuracy.
Do you repair non-OEM spindles?
Yes. We have extensive experience repairing spindles from virtually any manufacturer. While we can't always guarantee the same level of performance documentation as with Gilman spindles, our repairs consistently meet or exceed OEM specifications.
How long does spindle repair typically take?
Lead time depends on damage extent and parts availability. We offer expedited turnaround options for critical production situations. Contact us with your specific timeline requirements.
Do you provide documentation and test reports?
Yes. Every repair includes comprehensive acceptance test results documenting performance to specification.
Can spindles be upgraded during rebuild?
bsolutely. Many spindles can be improved through bearing class upgrades, enhanced sealing, or other design modifications. Our engineering team welcomes collaboration on performance enhancements.
Do you rebuild spindle motors in-house?
Yes. Electrical issues, windings, and thermal failures are evaluated and repaired at our Wisconsin facility with complete motor rewind capabilities.
Don't let spindle failure dictate your production schedule. Our engineering-driven repair process delivers the accuracy, reliability, and documentation you need to maintain competitive operations.
Contact Gilman today for a repair evaluation and discover why precision manufacturers across aerospace, automotive, automation, and industrial sectors trust us with their most critical spindle repairs.
Located in Wisconsin | Serving Manufacturing Operations Nationwide
Don't let spindle failure dictate your production schedule. Our engineering-driven repair process delivers the accuracy, reliability, and documentation you need to maintain competitive operations.
Contact Gilman today for a repair evaluation and discover why precision manufacturers across aerospace, automotive, automation, and industrial sectors trust us with their most critical spindle repairs.
Located in Wisconsin | Serving Manufacturing Operations Nationwide
