Located in the vibrant city of Santa Fe Springs, California, is a state-of-the-art service center committed to delivering exceptional mechanical seal service and solutions to customers spanning diverse industries. Established in 2019, the Santa Fe Springs Service Center has quickly gained recognition for its exceptional customer service.
Services Offered
John Crane’s Santa Fe Springs Service Center boasts a comprehensive range of services to cater to its customers' needs. Their primary focus is on manufacturing support for our extensive range of mechanical seals. Equipped with advanced processes, the center excels in mechanical seal teardown, grinding, lapping, complete inspection, assembly and testing of most wet seal products.
Service Center Capabilities
To enhance its service capabilities, the center employs cutting-edge equipment that facilitates efficient operations, including:
- Mazak QT 250, featuring live tooling for seamless milling and turning capabilities within a single machine.
- Mazak QT 500 5x, equipped with touchscreen technology and a 3D simulator, guaranteeing precise and efficient program checks.
- API 682 Pressure Test Bench, utilizing computerized controls to ensure test results that are both precise and reliable. LeanKit Software, a visual tool enabling real-time order tracking throughout the entire sales order process.
Commitment to Continuous Improvement
At John Crane’s Santa Fe Springs Service Center, a culture of continuous improvement drives their operations. John Crane’s operational governance processes are fully embedded with site planning and execution of meeting to ensure open discussions about ongoing tasks and process enhancements. The center also actively focuses on health, safety and environmental (HSE) measures, conducting risk assessments, 5S audits, and safety checks to foster an efficient and safe working environment.
Experienced and Knowledgeable Team
One of the service center's greatest assets is its highly skilled team with an average of over 20 years of mechanical seal experience. Their expertise and in-depth understanding of John Crane products position them as trusted customer advisors. This knowledgeable workforce enables the facility to provide unparalleled service and solutions.
Serving a Broad Spectrum of Industries
The service center is dedicated to meeting the diverse needs of numerous industries. Their expertise and service capabilities are vast from oil and gas, pharmaceuticals, pulp and paper, power generation, mining and minerals, and petrochemicals. Additionally, they cater to water and wastewater, food and beverage, and chemical industries, providing tailored solutions to each sector's needs.
Going Beyond Expectations
John Crane’s Santa Fe Springs Service Center's geographical location provides a strategic advantage in serving customers throughout the Western United States. Offering 24/7 support for emergencies and dedicated engineering, customer service and planning resources, the center excels in delivering prompt and efficient services. Their commitment to exceptional service and quick response times sets them apart from nearby alternatives.
Celebrating Success Stories
This service center takes pride in its successful collaborations. One example is their partnership with a local refinery, replacing a competitor's seal with the John Crane Type 5620 with Upstream Pumping (USP) seal face technology. The engineering team swiftly modified a reference drawing, and the planning and assembly teams expedited the parts, enabling them to ship the assembly only 48 hours after receiving the inquiry.
Another notable achievement was during a local chemical plant’s turnaround. The engineering team worked closely with planning and operations to overhaul a large mixer seal installed for over 20 years. With meticulous preparation and streamlined efforts, they refurbished the seal and shipped them quickly, enabling the plant to resume operations.
Experience and Commitment
John Crane’s Santa Fe Springs Service Center sets a high standard in mechanical seal services and solutions. With its unmatched expertise, cutting-edge equipment, and unwavering commitment to customer satisfaction, John Crane consistently delivers outstanding results and solidifies its position as a leading service center in the Western United States.
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