Applications and Service

We understand the critical role your equipment plays in your operations. Our dedicated team of technicians specializes in the maintenance and optimization of a diverse range of machines. From machine installations and repairs to preventative maintenance, we got you covered. Maximize the lifespan and efficiency of your equipment with our machine service solutions.

SFT Applications Support

SFT’s Applications team is focused on supporting you during machine selection, installation/commissioning throughout the life of the machine. Our team offers a wide range of services that are designed to help you improve efficiency and productivity, while reducing the common headaches of implementing new technologies or dealing with the labor shortages.

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Time Studies and Part Feasibility Analysis

SFT Application Engineers conduct thorough time studies and part feasibility analysis. This involves evaluating your parts to determine if they can be manufactured, the most efficient way to produce the part, and suggest design changes when needed. By analyzing the process in detail, the team can identify the best suited machine, machine options, tooling set ups, and other ways to optimize the process and reduce costs.

Tooling & Consumable Recommendations

Tooling and consumables play a vital role in reaching the desired part accuracy and machine efficiency of cutting, punching, and bending machines. For example, unique new laser nozzles can save up to 80% in gas usage while increasing cutting speeds. Segmented and custom press brake tooling can reduce the number of tooling setups and setup time by 70%. Our team can recommend the best methods for your application using our extensive knowledge of the latest technologies and techniques.

Programmer / Operator Support

We support your programmers & operators on-site by loading tooling and machine parameters into the software, train using your parts, and deep diving into the best practices to ensure that your machine hits the ground running and minimizes any headaches or extended learning curves.

Machine Performance Optimization

Our apps team has daily exposure to customer use-cases nationwide and continuous factory training to bring you the latest processing techniques. They will arrive on-site to improve cut quality, increase cutting speeds, reduce unexpected downtime, share cost saving techniques, and potentially improve the processing range of your machine. SFT’s Applications team is focused on supporting you during machine selection, installation/commissioning throughout the life of the machine. Our team offers a wide range of services that are designed to help you improve efficiency and productivity, while reducing the common headaches of implementing new technologies or dealing with the labor shortages.

SFT Machine Service

Sterling Fab Tech’s team of factory trained service technicians are dedicated to getting your machine installed correctly, preventing unexpected downtime through proper maintenance, assisting with machine relocations, and promptly completing machine repairs.

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Pre-Installation Support

Before the installation of any machine tool, it is crucial to ensure that the site is prepared according to the manufacturer’s recommendations. This includes checking the machine placement, foundation, electrical connections, and gas supplies. If any of these conditions are not met, it can cause serious issues during the installation and premature machine failures. Our team will walk you through each of these steps to ensure a successful startup.

Machine Installation, Removal, and Re-Installation

SFT’s service technicians can provide new or used machine installations, removal of existing machines, and re-installations. Our team is able to lead machines through both removal and reinstallation allowing you the confidence of a having a single source for the relocation and start-up of your machine.

Preventative Maintenance Visits

Preventative maintenance visits can improve machine performance while minimizing unforeseen reliability issues. We can also train your employees on maintenance best practices.

Machine Repairs

Our team of factory trained service technicians are locally-based and work with our manufacturers to get your machine repaired as fast as possible. They are experts in cutting, punching, and bending machines.