Walk into our California machine shop and you’ll see it right away: we take machine maintenance seriously. Even if you’ve never run a lathe or adjusted a spindle, the signs of well-maintained machines are easy to notice, from the hum of the equipment to the undamaged appearance. In fact, those familiar with machine shops can sometimes even recognize the smell of well-maintained machines.
At Moseys Production Machining, we know that high-quality parts start with high-performing equipment. That performance depends on consistent care from the first day a new machine enters the shop. Learn what “well-maintained equipment” really means to us–and why it should matter when choosing your next manufacturing partner.
Selecting Equipment for Long-Term Success in Precision Machining Services
Setting yourself up for long-term equipment performance starts well before operation or maintenance even begin. That’s because, for reliable CNC machining, it’s critical to invest in the right machine.
We’re extremely selective about the brands we use. We will only work with manufacturers known throughout the industry for their reliability, reputation, and strong customer support.
It might sound simple, but machines can be chosen based on many criteria. Some shops make CNC production machining choices based on marketing or price alone, and these decisions can lead to costly issues down the road. Our discerning approach has kept us loyal to a select few brands, and that has paid off in our machining.
The Secret to Our Success: Daily Maintenance, Constant Vigilance
There are a variety of approaches to maintenance, and one common philosophy is to simply rely on scheduled maintenance intervals. But for us, that’s not enough.
We integrate maintenance into our daily work. Every morning, our operators conduct thorough equipment checks, examining fluid levels, inspecting tools, ensuring conveyors are running smoothly, and more.
Our operators become so in tune with their machines that they can sense if something is off, often before it becomes a true problem. And when complex issues do arise, we contact our trusted manufacturer’s representatives right away.
This level of maintenance takes time, and that’s why many shops skip it. But ignoring small maintenance tasks like a clogged filter or low lubricant levels can eventually result in catastrophic failures. We prevent disruptions before they start, minimizing downtime and keeping your production timelines on track.
Why Attention to Detail Matters: Precision, Uptime, and Speed
When machines run smoothly, it improves our efficiency in countless ways, including:
- Operators can focus on performance, rather than spending their time troubleshooting problems they can’t solve.
- Precision improves as well-maintained equipment delivers consistent results, holds tighter tolerances, and ensures repeatability across long runs.
- Downtime is reduced, eliminating unnecessary delays and ensuring on-time delivery.
See the Difference Maintenance Makes
Maintenance is a prerequisite for partnering with certain industries like aerospace, and as an AS9100 machine shop, we’re always ready to provide proper documentation. But no matter what industry you operate in, equipment maintenance should be part of your selection criteria as you evaluate manufacturing partners for your next project.
Documentation is one thing, but we’re always ready to have customers in so they can see for themselves. When you walk into Moseys, you’ll immediately see how our facility takes pride in its equipment. And if you can’t come visit, you can watch our Practical Machinist video to take a virtual tour of the shop floor!
Request a quote today and find out how our Anaheim machine shop’s commitment to maintenance can benefit your next project!