The Rebuilt Advantage
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Shepard Niles is one of America's oldest manufacturers of heavy-duty hot-metal carriers and hoists. We've filled orders from Thomas Edison, Harvey Firestone and Henry Ford, and built the cranes that helped construct the first nuclear submarine. Because we archive the drawings for every Shepard Niles crane and hoist ever built, and own the tooling and dies for all Shepard Niles parts, we have the ability to completely restore your Shepard Niles equipment to new condition — no ifs, ands or buts. It is common knowledge that Shepard Niles cranes and hoists, built largely by hand, are the workhorse of the material handling industry, considered over-engineered to the point that they are virtually abuse-proof. The value of this construction and technology is creating a crane and hoist that can, except for a few wear-intensive components, be expected to last for many decades.
When we say that a rebuilt Shepard Niles crane and hoist may be "better than new" we are taking into account the replacement cost of a new crane or hoist capable of the same capacity, duty and use. Your rebuilt Shepard Niles equipment is indeed a bargain compared to purchasing new equipment rated to do the same job under the same conditions.
Rebuilding to New Standards
Shepard Niles cranes and hoists as much as 75 years old are being rebuilt to new condition. Your rebuilt crane or hoist will contain all new, first quality Shepard Niles OEM parts, and will appear in every way as it did when it was first installed, including a fresh coat of long-wearing paint.
Rebuilding / Rewinding Shepard Niles Motors
When budgets are tight, maintenance and performance are often sacrificed. At Shepard Niles, we're aware of that risk. That's why we offer electrical hoist motor rebuilds and rewinds, built to Shepard Niles' exacting standards.
By following our original Shepard Niles specifications and by using the best quality materials and craftsmanship, we maintain OEM integrity and performance. We can ensure that your rebuilt motor will keep your Shepard Niles hoist running at a cost that will keep you in budget.
At Shepard Niles, we utilizes the following processes for every motor rewind/rebuild:
- Proprietary Wire: Heavy gauge fiberglass over enamel wire for improved varnish retention to withstand mechanical forces and provide higher heat resistance.
- High Efficiency Design: OE diamond shaped coils offer more efficient end turns than standard round-end turns (mush wound).
- Maximum Durability: Class H insulation increases motor temperature tolerances.
- Core Loss Testing: Eliminates core losses that lead to motor inefficiencies and higher operating temperatures.
- Craftsmanship: Rotor connectors are copper banded, TIG welded, taped and covered for optimal heat resistance.
- Quality Processes: Rotors and stators are dipped multiple times without solvent according to OE specs.
These quality materials and high standards help produce a rebuilt motor that will deliver the like-new performance you need at a price that makes sense for your business.
Rebuilding Components:
We can also rebuild many components such as controls, load blocks, bridge drives and load brakes. Give us a call to discuss the possibilities.
Delivery and Warranty
Shepard Niles rebuilding programs can typically be completed in six to eight weeks, much sooner than the delivery and installation time for equivalent new equipment. All rebuilt Shepard Niles equipment qualifies for an unconditional one-year warranty on all parts that are replaced during the rebuilding and is backed by the assurance of Koncranes, one of the world's largest providers of material handling equipment, technology and service.
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