Mining Spare Part Reconstruction
An operating site needed a replacement component with incomplete legacy documentation.
Industry
Mining
Scope type
Reverse Engineering
Outcome
Reduced Lead Time
Scope
Reverse-engineered replacement component for an operating mining site with incomplete legacy documentation and no available spare parts.
Approach
Received worn physical samples and partial drawings. Used 3D scanning to capture current geometry, cross-referenced with available documentation, and reconstructed a complete engineering package.
Execution
Produced prototype from reconstructed drawings. Validated fit and function against worn reference samples with site team. Adjusted material specification for improved wear life.
Result
Component installed and operating. Engineering package archived for future reordering. Lead time reduced from 16 weeks (OEM) to 6 weeks (reconstructed source). Material upgrade extended expected service life.
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