Woodley Engineering Blog

When it comes to manufacturing precision-machined components, choosing the highest quality materials and the most experienced engineers are a must. However, no matter how well the part is manufactured, it may eventually break down.

Finding new solutions for the replacement, reconfiguration, and repair of parts for production lines and conveyer systems may seem time-consuming. As surprising as it may be, the OEM option is not always the best one.

Ordering a replacement part for your production line equipment should be straightforward. You call the original equipment manufacturer and place an order, right? Unfortunately, getting the replacement components with a good price and turnaround is not always easy.

Are you looking for the highest-quality machine manufactured components for your equipment? Then you need reliable precision engineering services. What do you expect from such a company?

There are many ways we get involved with projects. Sometimes we are asked to look at ways of modifying existing parts to allow new functionality or operation outside of normal scope, sometimes we are asked to repair damaged components, and sometimes we are presented with a series of parts and are asked to replicate them. We would like to share some reflections on a recent project that we feel is revealing about the way we approach engineering challenges. The project was by no means straightforward or plain sailing; but the combination of bespoke service and a flexible application of our experience bought about a satisfactory conclusion.

In a competitive world, your business needs every advantage it can find, and as new equipment is developed, investing to remain at the cutting edge of your market is crucial. However, with even the most meticulously planned production line, an addition of a new machine can create challenges of all kinds that need fast solutions to enable you to maximise return on that investment as quickly as possible.

It’s a question you have probably asked yourself: which is better, OEM or aftermarket? Not so long ago, the answer was clear, but technology has changed things considerably, and today the question needs asking again.

Our team at Woodley Engineering bring vast experience to any project involving conveyor systems, with a successful track record behind us. This is why so many trust us with their critical production infrastructure. One such project we have been working on recently involves a new production facility for consumer healthcare products and packaging.