Remanufacture, Rebuild and Retrofit

The all new Remanufacture, Rebuild, and Retrofit
at Bryant Grinder under new ownership

Vermont Machine Tool Corp., parent company of Bryant Grinder, has a twenty year history of remanufacture and retrofitting existing machine tools. Our reputation for quality has allowed us to enjoy repeat business from automotive, heavy equipment, aerospace, bearing, small engine and other customers throughout the US, Canada and Mexico. We build "new machines from old castings." In the process the existing machine tool undergoes a metamorphosis, bringing it from the past into the future relative to reliability, process capability and technology.

We bring this experience to the remanufacture and retrofit of existing Bryant machines. Our in-house software engineering staff has years of experience with the grinding process, and with the versatility and adaptability of retrofitted PLC and CNC control technology.

The acquisition of Bryant Grinder in July of 2002 gives VMT access to all technical documentation, spare parts and the expertise of the original Bryant personnel. We know the product, we know how to make it technically modern and we know how to make them more productive, versatile and reliable in your plant. Our services include repair of your existing Bryant machine in its original state or complete a remanufacture and control retrofit to make it virtually new.

We are currently developing standard control retrofit packages for selected Bryant models for "field retrofit" in your facility, minimizing down time. When new Bryant machines are not in your near future, consider a "change of state" on your existing Bryant machines to give them new life and ensure reliable service well into the future. Contact your Bryant sales engineer for additional information on remanufacture and retrofit.

Eugene P. Supernor
VP Operations
VMT / Bryant Grinder

VMT / Bryant offers the most comprehensive remanufactured, rebuild and retrofit capability available for existing Bryant machines. No one but the OEM knows the original content of a special machine and the ongoing modifications that are part of a typical product life cycle.

VMT maintains the original engineering records on every machine we have ever shipped.

Sometimes your budget will not allow the purchase of new equipment but your production requirements demand more capacity, improved accuracy, or new capabilities. We will reverse the effects of time by restoring the speed, precision and reliability your machine tool provided when it was new.

With a completely remanufactured machine, we can improve on those original capabilities by adding new mechanical and electrical / electronic technologies. The addition of new tooling concepts can also be made to accommodate your latest manufacturing needs.

Upon the completion of a total remanufacture, the machine will carry a two year warranty and on a rebuild the machine tool will have a one-year warranty, which in either case includes reliable factory support and installation for only a fraction of the cost of a new machine. If a remanufacture or rebuild is right for your application and you do not already own the right machine tool, we can assist you by locating one.

Our Commitment is to Provide Our Customer With a Quality, Affordable Remanufactured, or Rebuilt Machine Tool. To Do This, We Follow these Basic "Reprecision" Procedures:

• The machine tool is completely disassembled and cleaned. Loose paint and filler is removed as required.
• All assemblies, subassemblies, and parts are thoroughly inspected. The customer is advised of any additional costs due to missing or broken parts or components.
• All bearings, seals, boots, and other perishable parts are replaced.
• Slide ways are restored and all machine alignments are returned to the original manufactured tolerances.
• All motion control mechanisms are replaced or restored to original specifications.
• The air, coolant, hydraulic and lube systems are thoroughly cleaned, tested, and overhauled or replaced to achieve original OEM specifications.
• All electrical components and wiring are inspected and replaced as required to insure safe, trouble-free operation.
• All motors are cleaned, balanced, and tested. The customer will be advised of any additional expense if motors need rewinding.
• All pulleys are qualified and replaced as necessary and new drive belts are provided.
• The machine is completely reassembled, realigned, and checked to original machine standards.
• The machine tool is painted a standard machine color. There is an additional charge for special paint requirements.

Where are We and What are Some of Your Options?

The Vermont Machine Tool / Bryant is located in Springfield, Vermont, just five miles from the regional "Hartness" Airport and three miles from Interstate I-91. We are located in one facility consisting of manufacturing, engineering and administrative space. The rebuilding area accomodates the small to medium size machines, while the larger machines are rebuilt in the new machine assembly areas.

There are many customized options that can be quoted upon request in order to meet your specific needs such as full SPC acceptance procedure and specific tooling requirements.

Our Vermont Machine Tool / Bryant remanufacturing / rebuilding team here in the Springfield facility is ready to develop a partnership with you, to serve and satisfy your machine tool needs.