Gurutzpe spindle repair
Brochexpress is an independent workshop specialising in the repair, maintenance and diagnostics of Gurutzpe horizontal lathe spindles — a Spanish manufacturer with over 60 years of experience, a reference for machining oversized parts in heavy-duty engineering.
Gurutzpe, over 60 years of Spanish expertise in heavy-duty turning
TLDR: Gurutzpe (Spain, over 60 years of experience) is a trusted name on the European machining market, widely recognised for its robust, reliable horizontal lathes, designed to deliver consistent performance under extreme conditions on very large parts.
With over 60 years of experience, Gurutzpe has built a solid reputation on the European machining market thanks to its robust, reliable horizontal lathes, designed for machining oversized parts with high-precision results. The Super AT range of lathes, for example, can reach a distance between centres of 8,000 mm, allowing the machining of long parts, with swing-over-bed diameters exceeding 1,200 mm. The even more imposing Super BT range offers configurations of up to 12,000 mm between centres for diameters of 1,200 mm. These machines equip heavy-engineering workshops working on long, high-tonnage parts.
A range of large-bore spindles for machining large-diameter bar stock
TLDR: Gurutzpe lathes feature large-bore spindles, up to 250 mm in diameter, combined with a gap bed allowing the machining of exceptionally large parts (up to 1,500 mm in the gap).
Gurutzpe horizontal lathes from the Super AT range are equipped with large-bore spindles, up to 250 mm in diameter, allowing large-diameter bar stock to be machined directly through the spindle bore. The gap bed, present on many configurations, can accommodate parts of exceptional diameter, up to 1,500 mm at the gap. These spindles, driven by high-power motors (in the region of 15 hp on standard configurations, considerably more on the heaviest models), support substantial loads between centres, with or without steady rests, for the stable machining of long, massive parts.
Gurutzpe spindles covered (non-exhaustive list)
- Large-bore spindles (up to 250 mm), Super AT series horizontal lathes
- Spindles for long-bed lathes, Super BT series (up to 12,000 mm between centres)
- Spindles fitted with gap beds for large-diameter parts
- Spindles supporting machining with multiple steady rests
- Spindles for CNC and conventional lathes of all generations
Interfaces and specifications
The Gurutzpe spindles we repair typically have bores of up to 250 mm in diameter, with a distance between centres reaching 8,000 to 12,000 mm depending on the series (Super AT, Super BT) — specifications to be confirmed on quotation according to the exact reference of your machine.
Our expertise on your Gurutzpe spindles
TLDR: Brochexpress works across the entire life cycle of your Gurutzpe spindles, with the same rigour as for the other brands in our portfolio.
On-site customer service
- Diagnosis and intervention directly on your machine, in the production workshop, to limit downtime linked to removing and transporting a large-sized spindle
Full diagnostics
- Inspection of clearances, balancing, bearing condition, sealing and gap-bed system status, with a detailed technical report
Preventive and corrective maintenance
- A maintenance programme tailored to the heavy-duty machining pace specific to heavy engineering and oversized parts, as well as corrective interventions in the event of a breakdown
Overhaul and refurbishment
- Grinding, bearing replacement, seal refurbishment and rotation testing in the workshop, restoring the manufacturer's original tolerances
Why choose Brochexpress for your Gurutzpe spindles
- An independent workshop, with no capital ties to manufacturers, guaranteeing an objective diagnosis
- Expertise in large-bore spindles and gap-bed configurations
- Two service sites: Beaurepaire (France) and Lussery-Villars (Switzerland)
- Support from the first intervention through to the 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 large-bore spindles (up to 250 mm) of Super AT lathes?
Yes, we work on these spindles, which are sized for machining large-diameter bar stock.
Do you work on the spindles of long-bed lathes from the Super BT series?
Yes, we diagnose and repair these spindles, regardless of the distance between centres of the machine.
What is the average lead time for a complete 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 carry out on-site interventions for large-sized spindles?
Yes, our team travels on site to diagnose and, whenever possible, intervene directly, avoiding the full removal of bulky, heavy spindles.
Do you offer a preventive maintenance contract for a fleet of Gurutzpe lathes?
Yes, we draw up preventive maintenance programmes tailored to your production pace, particularly relevant for heavy-duty machining 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 Gurutzpe range — horizontal lathe spindles for machining oversized parts — with the responsiveness and rigour demanded by the most exacting industrial environments.
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.
Request a quoteRelated services
Gurutzpe® is a registered trademark. Brochexpress is neither affiliated with, nor a partner of, nor an authorised distributor of the manufacturer Gurutzpe. 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).