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Industrial Vacuum Pump Repairs
IBAG North America has represented Witte Vacuum Workholding Solutions, a German manufacturer with a full line of vacuum workholding equipment, for over 20 years. We offer extensive experience in working with these systems, including comprehensive industrial vacuum pump repair to maintain or rebuild components, so your Witte vacuum workholding systems deliver consistent performance during machining operations. Understand how vacuum pumps work, our repair capabilities, and the benefits of maintaining your workholding system for precision machining.
How Do CNC Vacuum Pumps Work and Why Should They Be Actively Maintained?
CNC vacuum pumps create a pressure difference to secure workpieces to a vacuum table for machining. Using the atmospheric pressure above the workpiece, the pump holds the workpiece down against the negative pressure produced below, actively pulling air from under the material. The airflow is controlled by the workpiece seal against the table, resulting in a stronger vacuum and greater hold-down force on sealed areas.Because vacuum pumps often run continuously, their operation puts high demand on the bearings and seals. The vacuum forces can also draw contamination, such as cutting fluid and chips, into the vacuum pump, causing internal damage and reducing pump performance. With our comprehensive industrial vacuum pump repair services, we provide thorough cleaning, complete disassembly of the pump, and installation of new gaskets, bearings, ceramic seals, as well as replacement of any worn or broken parts and paper air filters.
Comprehensive Repair Services for Witte Vacuum Workholding Systems
At IBAG North America, we provide repair, installation, and rebuilding services for all Witte vacuum workholding products, including vacuum pumps, vacuum chucks, and accessories. Our services are compatible with Witte wet, dry, and liquid ring vacuum pumps, and deliver solutions for spare parts, filters, and chuck components to ensure that your CNC vacuum pump performs as intended across operations. All pump repairs are completed at our modern facility in North Haven, Connecticut.Repairing Vacuum Chuck Damage and Considering Vacuum Safety Switches
In addition to our suite of repair capabilities for Witte vacuum workholding systems, we can also repair minor chuck damage when possible. We maintain a comprehensive tool room equipped with CNC milling, grinding, and turning equipment to support our repair operations. Alternatively, we can return heavily damaged chucks to the factory for repair, if necessary.It may also be beneficial to consider installing a vacuum safety switch. During machining, the part is held in place by vacuum, which must be maintained at all times. If the vacuum is lost during the cutting process, the part is released, leading to machine damage, a scrapped part, and possible injury. We provide vacuum safety switches to monitor the vacuum and alert the CNC if it drops below an acceptable level, resulting in a feed hold or emergency stop to protect you, your machine, and the workpiece being processed.
Benefits of Regular Repair and Maintenance for CNC Vacuum Pumps
Conducting routine repairs and maintenance on your vacuum pump can prevent component wear and tear caused by dust and debris, allowing for optimal airflow and vacuum levels in your system. There are various advantages to planning for repairs, rather than reacting to repairs, such as:- Reduce unplanned production downtime
- Deliver consistent performance and extend pump life
- Improve energy efficiency and keep pumps working reliably
- Lower long-term repair costs with a lower possibility of pump failure
Contact Us About Industrial Vacuum Pump Repair in Witte Vacuum Workholding Systems
For over 25 years, IBAG North America has been a reliable supplier of high-quality machining solutions and a trusted distributor of Witte vacuum workholding products. We support the North American market with sales, service, applications, as well as spindle repairs and rebuilds, ensuring the performance of precision machining operations across various industries.Contact IBAG North America with all your questions related to vacuum workholding repairs, rebuilds, or maintenance. You can also see how vacuum pumps perform on our YouTube, or request a quote to get started.