The original spare part is discontinued<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Many machines continue to work perfectly even though the manufacturer no longer offers support or replacement parts. When a critical component fails and there’s no stock on the market<\/strong>, the alternative is to manufacture it from scratch.<\/p>\n\n\n\n This is common with machinery over 10 or 15 years old, especially if the original manufacturer has disappeared or stopped producing that model.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The spare part exists, but delivery takes weeks or even months<\/strong>. Meanwhile, the production line is stopped or running with limitations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n In these cases, manufacturing the part at a workshop with quick response capability can drastically reduce downtime<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Technical documentation isn’t always available. Sometimes all that remains is the damaged, worn, or broken part.<\/p>\n\n\n\n In these cases, we work from the sample: we take measurements, analyse the material and the function it must perform, and manufacture an equivalent part<\/strong> that meets the same requirements.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If a part fails repeatedly, it may make sense not just to replicate it, but to improve it. A change in material, an adjustment to the geometry, or a surface treatment can extend its service life<\/strong> and reduce future stoppages.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n The more information we have, the faster and more accurate the process. But it’s not always essential to have everything<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n This is the ideal scenario. If you have the original drawing with dimensions, tolerances<\/a>, and specified material, we can move directly to production.<\/p>\n\n\n\n We can also work with old, incomplete, or non-standard format drawings. The important thing is to have a technical basis<\/strong> to start from.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If there’s no drawing but you still have the part\u2014even if it’s broken, worn, or deformed\u2014we can measure it, analyse it, and reproduce it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Depending on the sample’s condition, it may be necessary to make adjustments or confirm certain details with you<\/strong> before manufacturing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n In exceptional cases, when there’s neither a drawing nor a sample, we can work from a technical description: what function the part performs, where it’s mounted, what stresses it endures, and its approximate dimensions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n This scenario requires more communication and usually some iteration before reaching the final part.<\/p>\n\n\n\n We won’t tell you that any part will be ready in 24 hours. But we can tell you that we evaluate each case individually<\/strong> and, when the situation requires it, we prioritise.<\/p>\n\n\n\n CNC turning<\/a> or basic milling<\/a> operations, with standard materials and no special treatments, can have shorter lead times.<\/p>\n\n\n\n More demanding geometries, tight tolerances, less common materials, or thermal and surface treatments require more preparation time<\/strong> and execution.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If you have a line down or a critical machine out of service, we understand. We assess the real urgency<\/strong> and adjust planning to reduce waiting time as much as possible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The key is communication: the sooner you contact us and the more information you provide, the more room we have to help you.<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n There are parts you know will fail sooner or later. Wear elements, critical components from old machines, parts that have already caused problems.<\/p>\n\n\n\n For these cases, we offer the possibility of manufacturing a batch of spare parts and storing them<\/strong>, ready to ship as soon as you need them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Safety stock is a small inventory of critical parts\u2014custom manufactured for you\u2014that we keep available at our facilities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n When you need one, you don’t have to wait for it to be manufactured<\/strong>: it’s already made. We just need to prepare and ship it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The process is simple:<\/p>\n\n\n\n This service is especially useful if:<\/p>\n\n\n\n Once the part is manufactured, we take care of getting it to you. No intermediaries<\/strong>, no complications.<\/p>\n\n\n\n The part leaves our workshop and arrives at your address. We handle transport and, if necessary, coordinate urgent shipments<\/strong> so you receive it as quickly as possible.<\/p>\n\n\n\n If needed, we can communicate directly with your maintenance or production department to confirm details, resolve technical queries, or adjust delivery to your schedules.<\/p>\n\n\n\n We’ve spent more than 50 years<\/a> working with industrial maintenance teams. We know that direct communication<\/strong> without filters is what works best when time is pressing.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Yes. If you have the original part (even if damaged), we can measure and reproduce it. If you have neither drawing nor sample, we’ll need a detailed technical description<\/strong> and possibly some iteration to reach the correct result.<\/p>\n\n\n\n We machine carbon steels, stainless steels, aluminium, brass, bronze, copper, and engineering plastics such as POM, PA6, PTFE, or PEEK. If you need a specific material, ask us.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Yes. We work with clients throughout Spain<\/strong> and internationally. We handle transport and can coordinate urgent shipments when the situation requires it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n Our goal is for the part to perform the same function with the same reliability. If we work from a drawing, we replicate the specifications. If we work from a sample, we adjust based on the part’s condition and available information. In some cases, we can even improve the original design<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n All parts are manufactured under our ISO 9001:2015<\/strong> certified quality system. We document the process, control critical dimensions, and offer complete traceability<\/strong>. If there’s any problem with a part we’ve manufactured, we resolve it.<\/p>\n\n\n\n When a critical machine fails, every hour counts. The original spare part may take too long, be discontinued, or simply not exist. Custom manufacturing, with a supplier who understands urgency and has response capability, can be the difference between a stoppage of hours and a stoppage of weeks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n At Mecanizados Artal, we’ve spent over five decades manufacturing parts for the most demanding sectors<\/a>: lifting, automotive, industrial machinery, railway. We know what it means to work with tight deadlines and strict tolerances.<\/p>\n\n\n\nThe manufacturer’s lead times are unacceptable<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
You only have the broken part (no drawing or reference)<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
You want to improve the original design<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
What we need to manufacture your spare part<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
With technical drawing<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
With a sample part<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
With functional description only<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Lead times: real flexibility, no false promises<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Simple geometry parts<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Complex parts or those with specific requirements<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Justified urgencies<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Safety stock: manufacture today, avoid problems tomorrow<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
![\"Safety](\"https:\/\/www.mecanizadosartal.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/mecanizados-artal-78-1200x800.webp\")
<\/figure>\n\n\n\nWhat it is and what it’s for<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
How it works<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\n
Who it makes sense for<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
\n
Direct shipping to your plant<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
No intermediaries<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Coordination with your team<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
![\"spare](\"https:\/\/www.mecanizadosartal.es\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/12\/mecanizados-artal-52-1200x800.webp\")
<\/figure>\n\n\n\nFrequently asked questions<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
Can you manufacture a part without a drawing?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
What materials do you work with?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Do you ship outside Zaragoza?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
Will the manufactured spare part be exactly the same as the original?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
What guarantee do you offer?<\/h3>\n\n\n\n
A stopped line can’t wait weeks<\/h2>\n\n\n\n