Planned CNC maintenance to keep your machines operating efficiently, accurately, safely, and reliably.
Unplanned CNC downtime is one of the most expensive and disruptive issues facing UK manufacturers. Planned CNC machine servicing is essential to maintaining accuracy, protecting spindles and axes, and avoiding breakdowns that halt production and damage customer relationships.
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Why Routine CNC Servicing Is Non-Negotiable
Modern CNC machines operate at high speeds, tight tolerances, and often in demanding environments. Over time, coolant ingress, swarf, vibration, misalignment, and wear all affect performance. A structured servicing regime helps to:
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- Maintain geometric accuracy and repeatability.
- Prevent premature spindle, ballscrew, and guideway failures.
- Reduce scrap, rework, and cutting tool consumption.
- Extend the life of high-value assets.
Elements of a Professional CNC Service
A comprehensive CNC machine service should cover:
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- Mechanical inspections: ways, ballscrews, couplings, bearings, lubrication systems.
- Spindle checks: vibration, temperature, drawbar force, run-out.
- Axis performance: backlash checks, positioning accuracy, and compensation where appropriate.
- Electrical and control systems: drives, fans, connections, parameters, alarms.
- Coolant, chip management, guarding, and safety devices.
Linking Servicing to Compliance and Risk Management
Although there is no single legal schedule prescribed for CNC servicing, UK employers must ensure work equipment is maintained in an efficient state, in efficient working order, and in good repair. A documented servicing programme supports those obligations, reduces safety risks, and demonstrates responsible asset management during audits or customer approvals.
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Cost, Uptime and Competitive Edge
Regular servicing is an investment rather than a cost. The benefits include:
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- Higher machine availability and predictable capacity.
- Improved part quality, enabling tighter customer tolerances.
- Lower lifetime repair and replacement spend.
- Stronger reputation for reliability and delivery performance.
MTT CNC Machine Servicing
MTT delivers structured CNC machine servicing programmes tailored to your installed base, utilisation, and sector requirements. Services can be integrated with spindle monitoring and repair, creating a joined-up approach to CNC health.
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