Case Studies
Fabricating New Elevator Brake Arm
The client tried to find the same part online. In order to be manufactured overseas, the minimum order was 200. The lead time was 9 weeks.
November 24, 2024
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Blog
For the last 70 years International Revere Co has been acknowledged as one of Chicago’s premier machine shops.
We have comprehensive experience developing, manufacturing, and delivering precision metal products and assemblies.
Established in 1953, the company was sold in 2007 and is family owned and operated under the name International Revere Machining.
Case Studies
Reconstructing Eccentric Lifter of a Limit Switch
Restoring an original elevator switch from the 1930’s for a client. The main part – the eccentric lifter – is used to lift the two copper arms to open and close the circuit. It had almost completely deteriorated and we built it around the small portion that was left.
October 31, 2024
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FAQ
Safety rules in a machine shop
Workplace safety in a machine shop is paramount to prevent injuries and accidents. Here are some essential safety rules commonly followed in a machine shop.
October 11, 2024
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Case Studies
Repair of hardened shaft and pins of Italian Polishing Machine
The customer brought a damaged shaft from a polishing machine for repair. The two pins holding the polishing wheel were broken. The machine is used in the process of chrome plating different parts.
The challenge in this particular job was that the shaft and pins were hardened. To restore the thread we used diamond inserts.
October 9, 2024
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News
What kind of challenges are machine shops facing today?
The aging workforce exacerbates the skill gap issue, with a large percentage of experienced machinists and tradespeople nearing retirement. Many young people are not entering the trade, leaving a void of expertise and mentorship. This trend can lead to a shortage of experienced workers who can handle complex tasks and train newcomers.
October 4, 2024
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Case Studies
My machine goes “clang-bwom”. Can you fix it?
Our typical work day starts with a client, who brings a box with various parts and a request – “Can you fix this? I need it for yesterday.”
No scale drawings, templates, or blueprints – a lot of the machines we work on are even older than Angel. Nobody remembers where the blueprints are…
October 3, 2024
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