Sustainability in the Repair Industry – A Step in the Right Direction!

17.03.2025

Last updated: 03/20/2025

Sustainability in the Repair Industry – A Step in the Right Direction!

Sustainability is particularly close to my heart – and I am happy that more and more companies are joining this path! Recently, we had the opportunity to repair several Mitsubishi Drives for a well-known company. Until then, defective devices were simply replaced with new ones, and the old ones were disposed of in an environmentally responsible way. But what does "environmentally responsible" actually mean?

The Truth About "Environmentally Responsible" Disposal

Many companies dispose of defective electronics responsibly, but is this truly sustainable?

• Are plastic parts and heat sinks actually recycled? In some cases yes, but often only partially.
• What happens to the electronic components? Are they reused or do they end up in the scrap heap?
• And what about the capacitors, which are full of chemicals?

These are questions I keep asking myself when it comes to the environmental impact of electronic waste. "Environmentally responsible disposal" sounds good, but in many cases, valuable resources are lost.

Why I Choose Repair...

(Blog post by: Viktor Siebert, CEO of industrypart GmbH)

Caution When Buying Used Servo Motors: A Practical Case Study

04.03.2025

Caution is advised when purchasing used machine components – a recent case from our workshop illustrates this impressively. About three weeks ago, a customer sent us a Yaskawa SGMSH-15ACA6C servo motor that he had purchased on eBay. The seller promised a refurbished product at an attractive price with fast delivery and a warranty – perfect for having a spare in stock.

The Unpleasant Surprise

The motor remained untouched in storage for two months until it was urgently needed after a machine crash. The customer unpacked it without hesitation, as the eBay pictures looked promising. But reality was different: The motor was heavily soiled, rusty, and far from what he had expected. Nevertheless, he had no choice – the machine had to run.

The Fatal Consequences

After installation, the motor ran, but accompanying grinding noises did not bode well. It remained in operation for two days, with the machine reporting errors every two hours. Eventually, the customer noticed a burnt smell – a Yaskawa SGDH-15AE servo drive started smoking in the control cabinet. The situation was critical.

Short Report: Successful Repair of Two Mitsubishi Spindle Motors

22.01.2025

Recently, we successfully repaired the following Mitsubishi AC spindle motors:

• SJ-11XW8Z
• SJ-18.5BW4

Take a look at the before-and-after images in the slideshow!

Both motors were heavily contaminated, with worn-out ball bearings and fluctuating encoder signals. But we fixed it! 👇

Our New Company Brochure is here
    – Discover our full range of services!

17.12.2024

We have summarized the most important information about our services in the field of drive technology.Take a look and learn how we can support you:

What can you expect?

• Repairs at the highest level: servo drives, spindle drives, motors, and power supplies.
• Prevention for maximum reliability: component-level repairs.
• Fast spare parts: from procurement to installation.
• Your partner for series repairs: we support you during bottlenecks.
• Quality through testing: with state-of-the-art facilities and documentation.

Why is it worth taking a look at our brochure?

Report: Repair of a Spindle Motor

05.12.2024

Last updated: 12/05/2024

Today, we would like to share a success story from our company that highlights how innovative solutions and customized repairs can help our customers.

Assessment

A customer approached us with a defective spindle motor, model Yaskawa USAIKM-50-BK43-D. This motor is considered difficult to repair since no replacement parts are available on the market—especially the encoder, which is often a weak point.

The motor was completely seized: damaged ball bearings had destroyed the shaft, and the encoder had been rendered inoperative due to coolant ingress.

Omron Servo Drives and Motors: Testing, Repair, and Service

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As specialists in Yaskawa components, we offer comprehensive services for Yaskawa Sigma V servo drives. Our team is experienced in precise fault diagnosis, maintenance, and repair of these drives to maximize the efficiency and reliability of your machines.

Yaskawa SGDH Sigma II Servopack: Testing, Repair, and Service

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With our extensive expertise in Yaskawa components, we offer professional services for the Yaskawa SGDH Sigma II Servopack. Our team specializes in precise analysis, maintenance, and optimization of Yaskawa servo drives to ensure the full performance and reliability of your machines.