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Babbitt bearing repair services
In this video, Chris Johnson, the machine shop supervisor for Smith Services, presents an overview of our Babbitt bearing repair services.
Chris explains that Babbitt bearings are critical components, and when they suffer extensive damage, such as heavy scouring on the surface, compromised material, or missing pieces, they become unusable and risk causing catastrophic failure.
At Smith Services, we take pride in being one of the few regional shops with the in-house experience and capabilities to repair these bearings. This allows customers to avoid expensive replacements from motor shops or lengthy waits for third-party repairs. By handling the process on-site, we’re able to significantly reduce both costs and lead times for clients. Our capabilities also extend to motor bearing repair, allowing us to restore worn or damaged motor bearings and return critical rotating equipment to reliable service without the cost of full component replacement.
The key strength of Smith Services lies in our team: a dedicated Babbitt bearing repair department of 10 expert machinists with over 200 years of combined experience, supported by mechanical and electrical engineers. This expertise enables us to address virtually any bearing issue, from small motors to large ones up to 10,000 horsepower, across diverse industries that support national infrastructure. We’ve provided these services for more than 30 years.
Chris demonstrates this by showing a damaged bearing brought in by a customer and a fully refurbished example that has been recast, rough-machined, ultrasonically tested for proper bonding, and finish-machined to specifications, all completed faster and more affordably than sourcing a new replacement.
Contact us for more information or to inquire about Babbitt bearing repair services.