Fehlmann spindle and motor spindle repair
Brochexpress is an independent workshop specializing in the repair, maintenance and diagnostics of Fehlmann spindles and motor spindles — a historic Swiss manufacturer of precision machining centres, renowned for its PICOMAX and VERSA ranges dedicated to mould-making and micromechanics.
Fehlmann, Swiss precision manufacturer since 1930
TLDR: Fehlmann AG (Seon, Switzerland, founded in 1930) designs drilling-milling machines and 3 to 5-axis CNC machining centres renowned for their accuracy and manoeuvrability, with two flagship ranges: PICOMAX for one-off parts and small batches, and VERSA for automated production.
Founded in 1930 and based in Seon, Switzerland, Fehlmann AG has built a reputation for accuracy and manoeuvrability across its entire machine-tool range. The Fehlmann/PICOMAX name has become, over the decades, synonymous with precision in tooling and mould-making workshops. The PICOMAX range covers both conventional drilling-milling machines for one-off parts and high-speed machining centres (HSC technology introduced with the PICOMAX 60 and 90), while the VERSA range, designed for automated production, offers 3 to 5-axis gantry machining centres (VERSA 643/645, 743/745, 825, 943/945) easily integrated into robotic cells. Fehlmann machines equip sectors demanding precision: aeronautics and aerospace (titanium, aluminium), mould-making (hardened tool steels), medical technology (stainless steels) and general machine building.
A range of motor spindles, from conventional machining to 5-axis HSC
TLDR: Fehlmann spindles cover a wide speed range depending on the range, from cooled motor spindles at 12,000 rpm on versatile PICOMAX machines to HSC spindles at 20,000 or 30,000 rpm on compact 5-axis machining centres, with an HSK-A63 interface on the most advanced models.
The manual and CNC PICOMAX milling machines (56, 56L, 80) are fitted with a cooled Fehlmann motor spindle, with high torque for universal milling up to 12,000 rpm. On compact machining centres dedicated to modern 5-axis machining, the spindles reach 12,000, 20,000 or 30,000 rpm depending on the chosen configuration. The PICOMAX 95 machining centre, designed for 3 to 5-axis machining of exceptional precision on hard-to-machine materials, is fitted with a Fehlmann motor spindle with an HSK-A63 interface, combining rigidity, rotation torque and dynamism.
Fehlmann spindles covered (non-exhaustive list)
- Cooled motor spindles, universal milling up to 12,000 rpm, PICOMAX range
- Compact 5-axis HSC spindles, 12,000 to 30,000 rpm
- High-rigidity HSK-A63 spindles, PICOMAX 95 range
- Gantry machining centre spindles, VERSA range (643/645, 743/745, 825, 943/945)
- Spindles of conventional and CNC drilling-milling machines (TOP concept)
Interfaces and specifications
The Fehlmann spindles we repair come mainly with an HSK-A63 interface on the most recent models, with rotation speeds typically between 12,000 and 30,000 rpm depending on the range (PICOMAX or VERSA) and the application (conventional machining, HSC, mould-making).
Our expertise on your Fehlmann spindles and motor spindles
Brochexpress works across the entire life cycle of your Fehlmann spindles, with the same rigour as on the other brands in our portfolio.
On-site customer service
- Diagnostics and service directly on your machine, in your production workshop, to limit downtime on precision equipment
Full diagnostics
- Inspection of clearances, balancing, bearing condition, sealing and the cooling system specific to Fehlmann motor spindles, with a detailed technical report
Preventive and corrective maintenance
- A servicing programme tailored to the accuracy requirements specific to mould-making and micromechanics, as well as corrective work in the event of a breakdown
Overhaul and refurbishment
- Grinding, bearing replacement, reworking of the sealing and workshop rotation testing, restoring the manufacturer's original tolerances
Why choose Brochexpress for your Fehlmann spindles and motor spindles
No capital ties with manufacturers, guaranteeing an objective diagnosis
Cooled motor spindles and compact HSC configurations
Beaurepaire (France) and Lussery-Villars (Switzerland)
From the first intervention through to return to production
Lead times and warranty
- On-site service within 48h
- Workshop repair: around 20 working days depending on parts availability
- 12-month warranty on all our repairs
Frequently asked questions
Do you repair the cooled motor spindles of PICOMAX milling machines?
Yes, we work on these spindles, taking into account their cooling system specific to Fehlmann.
Do you work on the HSK-A63 spindles of PICOMAX 95 centres and the VERSA range?
Yes, we diagnose and repair these spindles, whether they equip gantry machines or compact 5-axis centres.
What is the average lead time for a full overhaul?
Allow around 20 working days in the workshop, depending on the condition of the spindle and the availability of parts (bearings, seals, specific components).
Do you work on Fehlmann machines integrated into automated cells?
Yes, we diagnose and repair the spindles of these configurations, taking into account the constraints specific to automated and unattended operation.
Do you offer a preventive maintenance contract for a fleet of Fehlmann machines?
Yes, we set up preventive maintenance programmes tailored to your production rate, particularly relevant for tooling and mould-making workshops.
A reliable partner for your industrial performance
Whether it is an emergency on-site intervention, a full workshop overhaul or a preventive maintenance programme, Brochexpress brings its expertise to your production. As an independent workshop, we work across the entire Fehlmann range — motor spindles for drilling-milling machines and precision machining centres — with the responsiveness and rigour demanded by the most exacting industrial environments: mould-making, aeronautics and medical.
Our teams are at your disposal from our sites in Beaurepaire (France) and Lussery-Villars (Switzerland) for a study of your needs, a diagnosis or a personalised quotation.
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Fehlmann® is a registered trademark of Fehlmann AG Maschinenfabrik. Brochexpress is neither affiliated with, nor a partner of, nor an authorised distributor of Fehlmann AG Maschinenfabrik. Our business covers independent repair and maintenance of industrial equipment, permitted under the principle of referential trademark use (EU Trademark Directive 2015/2436 / French Intellectual Property Code, art. L.713-6).