Rebuilding Pumps, Restoring Performance, and Reducing Downtime
“They just don’t make them like they used to.” It’s a common saying, and, often, a frustrating reality for anyone who’s faced unexpected equipment breakdowns. In an era where replacing parts has become the norm, the industrial world still values repairs that restore performance and extend equipment life. In this episode of Evolution in Controls, host Tim Wilson sits down with Phil Besancon, service and repair manager, and Sam DuRard, regional vice president, to explore how Evolution’s repair and remanufacturing services bring reliability and value back to hydraulic components.
Phil and Sam discuss the origins of Evolution’s repair capabilities, from their roots as a Rexroth-certified repair center to becoming a full-service in-house operation. They walk through the step-by-step repair process—from disassembly and inspection to rebuild, testing, and documentation—and highlight the team’s ability to repair pumps and motors up to 280 cc in size. The episode also features a behind-the-scenes tour of the repair shop, showing how pumps are stripped down, restored with OEM parts, and rigorously tested on Evolution’s high-powered test stand.
Throughout the conversation, they emphasize the flexibility that Evolution offers: handling urgent repairs, offering expedited services, and even developing customer-specific reman programs to reduce downtime. With multiple repair locations across the U.S., Evolution is ready to meet the growing demand for fast, reliable industrial repairs. Phil and Sam also share their vision for the future, including expanding core programs and potentially doubling repair operations within five years.
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