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Gates Machine Tool Repair, Inc. is the premier source for legacy Axelson Lathe replacement parts, providing unparalleled mechanical rebuilding, restoration, and component sourcing for heavy-duty machine tools.
Through the strategic acquisition of the original Axelson replacement parts line, Gates Machine Tool Repair, Inc. houses an extensive inventory dedicated to maintaining, restoring, and supplying parts for Axelson lathes varying from 14-inch to 32-inch swings.
Keeping Legacy Excellence Alive
Axelson lathes are legendary for their heavy-duty build quality, precision, and longevity, making them essential workhorses in manufacturing, aerospace, oil & gas, power generation, and heavy equipment industries. However, finding authentic, high-quality replacement parts for these classic machines can be a significant challenge.
Gates Machine Tool Repair, Inc. solves this problem directly by serving as a resource for hard-to-find Axelson components. By offering a comprehensive inventory of legacy parts, the team ensures that machine owners do not face the steep expenses of purchasing new machinery. Instead, they can cost-effectively restore the precision, performance, and reliability of their existing heavy-duty assets.
Decades of Craftsmanship
At Gates Machine Tool Repair, Inc., keeping old machines alive means giving them renewed purpose. The technical experts and craftsmen bring decades of specialized experience to every project, offering dependable field services and extensive in-shop overhauls to minimize downtime and maximize productivity for clients nationwide. Whether you need a critical replacement component to get your shop back up and running, a quotation for a comprehensive lathe restoration, or access to hard-to-find parts, Gates Machine Tool Repair, Inc. is built to handle the jobs that others can't.
Our Specialties & Capabilities
Axelson Parts & Machinery Inventory:
An expansive collection of parts covering multiple lathe sizes (14-inch to 32-inch swings) along with physical Axelson lathes kept on-site for rebuilds, customization, and resale.
Complete Overhauls & Rebuilding: Comprehensive stripping, way-assessment, structural rebuilding, and operational testing to restore machinery to original standards.
Legacy Technical Sourcing: Access to a vast archive of legacy machine manuals and hard-to-find documentation to ensure historical accuracy and strict mechanical precision.
Large-Scale Machining Expertise: Specialized equipment and decades of craftsmanship capable of handling heavy-duty lathes, grinders, and mills that smaller shops simply cannot accommodate.