Mecof spindle and motor spindle repair
Brochexpress is an independent workshop specializing in the repair, maintenance and diagnostics of Mecof spindles and motor spindles — an Italian manufacturer renowned for its gantry milling machines and large-format machining centres intended for aerospace, mould-making and heavy general engineering.
Mecof, a benchmark manufacturer for large-dimension machining
TLDR: Mecof (EMCO group, alongside Famup and Magdeburg) designs gantry milling machines and large-dimension machining centres, renowned for their single-block welded structure requiring no foundation and their ability to machine very large parts with high rigidity.
A subsidiary of the Austrian EMCO group, Mecof has established itself in the large-format machine segment intended for bulky parts: aerospace structures, large moulds, components for energy and heavy engineering. The columns and cross-rails of Mecof machines are made of welded steel filled with a special concrete, which gives the assembly high rigidity and thermal stability while allowing installation without a foundation. Mecof spindles and machining heads, whether mechanical or motor-spindle type, equip machines controlled by Siemens 840D sl or Heidenhain TNC 640 CNC, with box-in-box Z-axis architectures and thermo-symmetrical bearings to preserve precision in high-speed machining.
A range of heads and spindles designed for heavy and high-speed machining
TLDR: Mecof offers interchangeable machining heads (mechanical or motor spindle), with continuous or simultaneous positioning, suited to both heavy roughing and high-speed finishing on large parts.
Mecof machines — gantry milling machines, travelling-column or travelling-table machining centres — are fitted with interchangeable milling heads: mechanical heads with continuous and simultaneous positioning for high-power and high-torque operations, and motor-spindle heads for the high speeds required to finish parts in aluminium, light alloys or composite materials. This modularity allows a single machine frame to cover a wide range of applications, from heavy roughing of massive metal structures to high-precision finishing of aerospace parts.
Mecof heads and spindles covered (non-exhaustive list)
- Mechanical milling heads with gearbox, high power and high torque
- Heads with integrated motor spindle, continuous and simultaneous positioning
- Z-axis spindles with box-in-box construction
- Universal orientable (bi-rotary) heads for 5-axis machining
- Spindles dedicated to machining aerospace structures and large-format moulds
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Interfaces and specifications
The Mecof heads and spindles we repair come mainly with HSK-A100, HSK-A125, ISO 50, SK50, SA30 and SA40 interfaces, suited to the high torque required for machining massive parts, as well as HSK-A63 and HSK-A80 interfaces on motor-spindle heads dedicated to higher speed ranges. Power and torque vary considerably depending on the head configuration (mechanical or motor spindle) and the machine type (fixed gantry, moving gantry, travelling column).
Our expertise on your Mecof spindles and motor spindles
Brochexpress works across the entire life cycle of your Mecof spindles and motor 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 associated with the removal/transport of a large head or spindle
Full diagnostics
- Inspection of clearances, balancing, bearing condition, sealing and lubrication (air/oil or grease depending on the configuration), with a detailed technical report
Preventive and corrective maintenance
- A servicing programme tailored to heavy machining rates and the thermal constraints specific to Mecof single-block structures, 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 Mecof spindles and motor spindles
No capital ties with manufacturers, guaranteeing an objective diagnosis
Technical expertise on large-dimension and box-in-box architectures specific to high-capacity machines
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 Mecof mechanical heads and motor-spindle heads?
Yes, we work on both families of heads equipping Mecof machines, whether mechanical heads with a gearbox or heads with an integrated motor spindle.
Do you work on large heads directly on the machine?
Yes, our team travels to diagnose and, where possible, work directly on site to avoid the complete removal of bulky and heavy heads.
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 offer a preventive maintenance contract for a fleet of Mecof machines?
Yes, we set up preventive maintenance programmes tailored to your production rate and the criticality of your machines.
Do you work with aerospace subcontractors using Mecof machines?
Yes, a significant part of our business involves precision engineering and aerospace subcontracting workshops equipped with large-format machines, including Mecof.
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 Mecof range — milling heads and motor spindles for large-dimension machines — with the responsiveness and rigour demanded by the most exacting industrial environments: aerospace, mould-making and heavy general engineering.
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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Mecof® is a registered trademark. Brochexpress is neither affiliated with, nor a partner of, nor an authorised distributor of Mecof. 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).