Colchester Machine Tool Support and Repair
For over 100 years, Colchester® machine tools have been recognised for their durability and precision. At MTT, our factory-trained engineers are dedicated to keeping these machines performing at their best through expert maintenance and repair services.
Whether you’re dealing with a breakdown or need routine servicing, our team comes fully equipped to handle a wide range of Colchester® machine tool repairs and support requirements. We pride ourselves on offering rapid response times for emergencies as well as reliable, planned maintenance solutions that keep your production running smoothly.
If you need an experienced partner to look after your Colchester® machine tools, the MTT team is here to help.
MTT Colchester® Machine Tool Support and Repair Services
We provide a comprehensive range of services, including:
- CNC milling repair and replacement
- Full CNC maintenance and support
- Planned and emergency repairs
- Preventative maintenance programs
Our approach is designed to increase productivity, extend the life of your machines, and minimise costly downtime. In addition, our engineers can deliver training for in-house technicians, helping your team to maintain performance and efficiency.
We also offer tailored training programs for operators and production processes to meet the unique demands of your business.
Why Choose MTT?
With MTT, you’ll benefit from:
- Fast responses to emergency breakdowns
- Expert planned preventative maintenance
- Reduced wear and tear on critical parts
- Longer machine lifespan and improved productivity
Get in Touch
If you’d like to discuss your Colchester® machine tool maintenance, repair, or parts replacement needs, contact our friendly team today. We’ll work with you to ensure your machines continue to deliver the performance you rely on.
* Colchester® and Bridgeport® are registered trade marks of their respective owners. Use is for identification purposes only. MTT is not an authorised dealer or service partner of Colchester or Bridgeport. Visit – https://www.colchester.co.uk to find out more.
Common faults on Colchester machines
Whether the machine is manual or CNC, the faults we are asked to fix tend to be the same:
- Spindle and motor failures
- Servo and axis drive errors on CNC machines
- Control system and PLC faults
- Electrical faults, wiring problems and failed sensors or limit switches
- Cooling and lubrication system failures
- Ball screw and linear guide wear
- Alignment and accuracy problems
An engineer will inspect the machine on site, find the root cause and repair it there where possible.
Lathe repair and rebuild
If your Colchester machine is a lathe, our lathe repair service covers everything from minor faults to severe breakdowns. On older manual machines we can rebuild the running surfaces of the tailstock and turret and bring the geometry back to the original specification, and in some cases a manual lathe can be converted to CNC control. See lathe machine repair and CNC lathe repair.
One of our service engineers, Laura Smith, joined us with a strong background in fixed and sliding head lathes, CNC servicing, mechanical rebuilds and preventative maintenance. Meet two of our engineers.
Planned maintenance
Lubrication and debris removal are key parts of looking after a lathe, and regular maintenance finds problems before they turn into something more serious. We set up planned maintenance to suit how the machine is used, and can train your operators in the routine checks. See lathe maintenance and machine tool maintenance.
Breakdowns
If production has stopped, call 0845 077 9345. Across our breakdown service, response times range from 12 to 48 hours depending on your location and the urgency. See emergency CNC breakdown repair.
Schools, colleges and training workshops
We support machine tools in universities and colleges as well as in production workshops. See university CNC repair and public sector machine tool maintenance.
About MTT
Machine Tool Technologies is an independent machine tool support company, formed in 2001, registered to ISO 9001 and based in Chorley, Lancashire. We work across the UK. We also support Bridgeport machines. See all the brands we work on or speak to an engineer.
Frequently asked questions
Do you repair older Colchester machines?
Yes. We repair and rebuild older machines as well as current ones. On manual lathes we can rebuild running surfaces and restore the geometry to the original specification.
Are you an authorised Colchester dealer or service partner?
No. MTT is an independent provider and is not an authorised dealer or service partner of Colchester. Colchester is a registered trade mark of its owner and is used here for identification only.
Do you offer planned maintenance for Colchester machines?
Yes. We provide planned preventative maintenance as well as emergency repairs, and can train your in-house technicians and operators.
How quickly can you attend a breakdown?
Across our breakdown service, response times range from 12 to 48 hours depending on your location and the urgency.
Can you find parts for a Colchester machine?
Yes. Parts replacement is part of our Colchester support. Tell us the model and the part you need when you call.