How do you remove the quill in Bridgeport?
Remove the pulley housing from the top of the head, push the quill all the way up, and remove the two screws up on the top of the quill, then remove the sheet metal shield around the quill. Now just pull the quill out the bottom.
How much does it cost to rebuild a Bridgeport mill?
The normal rebuild is $7,500 – $8,900 (this is dependent on the extent of the damage). The rebuild should take four to six weeks to complete once started.
How does a milling machine quill work?
Quill – The quill allows the milling cutter to be raised and lowered in a manner similar to a drill press by moving the spindle in and out of the head. Quill lever – The quill lever located on the right side of the head is used to manually move the quill up and down and used to drill holes like a drill press.
Where are Bridgeport Mills made?
The Elmira, NY plant is also home to the production of Hardinge workholding products, Super-Precision CNC Lathes and the Bridgeport Knee Mills.
Do they still make Bridgeport milling machines?
The Bridgeport knee mill is back — and still made in the U.S.A. The Bridgeport knee mill is still made in the U.S.A. — by Hardinge Inc.
Why choose Bridgeport Mill head repairs?
Bridgeport mill head repairs is a vital and intricate part of every maintenance department. We provide a specialized service, concentrating on the Bridgeport variable speed & step pulley heads.
Why choose Bridgeport Machine rebuilders?
This is how Bridgeport Machine Rebuilders can help your company control maintenance & repair costs, which will also help the all important bottom line. Complete inspection of Bridgeport head. Only replace parts that need to be replaced.
Is your maintenance department familiar with the Bridgeport Head housing assembly?
If your maintenance department isn’t familiar with the top housing assembly, lower housing assembly, and the quill housing assembly of the Bridgeport head, repairs can become time consuming and costly.