Tech Bulletin: Reconditioning Camshafts
Today’s high horsepower electronic fuel injected engines demand an overwhelming amount of performance from camshafts. Ironically, camshaft reconditioning or replacement is often overlooked at overhaul. Again and again, we hear about mid life camshaft related failures after overhaul. Qualifying a camshaft for reuse with a simple visible inspection does not work and compromises this important… [continue reading]
Video: A Look at B&G’s World Class Block Department
It says quite a bit about our reputation as an industry leader when you learn OEMs regularly come to us to help them develop proprietary repair strategies for their high horsepower diesel blocks. That’s because B&G Machine Engine Block Department is one of the most advanced facilities anywhere in the world. With six precision machining… [continue reading]
Repairing Water Erosion on Cat 3500 Blocks
B&G’s non-corrosive desk insert process returns block to OEM specs Water erosion on the deck of a 3500 Series engine blocks is common and leads to premature engine failure. Proper cooling system maintenance helps minimize exposure to this, but is generally not enough to prevent it. Commonly found around coolant passages, severe water erosion ultimately… [continue reading]
Caterpillar 3406 Inframe Kit & Cylinder Head Special
Special pricing on Caterpillar 3406 Inframe Kits and Cylinder Heads all month long! Throughout the month of March we’re offering great deals on Caterpillar 3406 Inframe Kits and Cylinder Heads. Here’s an example of our special pricing: Model Desc Price 3406Bs InFrame Kit $1468.00 3406Bs Exchange Cylinder Head $1650.00 Inframe kits include Pistons, rings, wrist… [continue reading]
B&G Machine in Diesel and Gas Turbine Worldwide
This past December we announced the addition of our sixth machining center to handle the increased demand coming from our customers in the mining and oil and gas sectors. Diesel and Gas Turbine Worldwide has a good write up on it. » Click here to read the articleVia Diesel and Gas Turbine Worldwide
Tested, Tried and True – The B&G Machine Stamp of Approval
When it comes to high horsepower engines, thorough testing is a critical but often overlooked component of a long, trouble free service life. As leading experts in industrial engine reman, here at B&G Machine we understand this better than most, which is why we built one of the finest dynamometer testing facilities anywhere on the… [continue reading]
Putting it All Together: The Craft of Engine Assembly
Tearing down, cleaning up and restoring a big diesel takes a skilled team and the right equipment After nearly 60 years in the business, we tend to take the process of diesel engine remanufacturing for granted. It’s not until we have VIPs or a film crew standing in our facilities staring wide-eyed as we tear… [continue reading]
Balancing Act : Precision is Key to Long Engine Life
Engine balancing is an important part of any engine re-build, and a critical component in the high horsepower diesel reman process. Because these engines run for extended periods under load and often in harsh conditions, precision balancing is key to minimizing vibrational fatigue and extending the equipment’s operational life. One of the many things that… [continue reading]
A Happy 2012 from B&G Machine
Greetings and welcome to 2012! It’s a new year and with it we’ve got a lot of exciting stuff going on here at B&G Machine. If you haven’t been able to keep up on all the latest, last month we added a 6th block machining center capable of handling 4,000-plus HP engines, making us one… [continue reading]
Photos from the How It’s Made Shoot
In mid-December 2011, a film crew from Discovery TV’s Science Channel came to the B&G Machine facilities to film an episode of the network’s popular How It’s Made series. With cameras rolling, over a two day period we took them through a complete reman of a Cat 3516 engine from top to bottom. Now that… [continue reading]
B&G Machine Adds Sixth Block Machining Center
New equipment boosts big diesel engine re-builder’s machining capacity to accommodate growth in North American mining, gas and oil production sectors SEATTLE – Large industrial diesel engine rebuild specialist, B&G Machine, Inc. announced today that it has added another block machining center to it’s state of the art engine remanufacturing facilities in Seattle, Washington. The… [continue reading]
B&G Knows High Horsepower Diesel
When it comes to big diesel re-manufacturing no one else comes close to B&G Machine for quality and reliability. Our complete machine shop, state-of-the-art technology and tooling, and expert staff ensures that every engine re-build meets or exceeds manufacturer standards delivering better reliability, longer up-time and lower operating costs across the board. From the smallest… [continue reading]
Engine Components: OEM Exchange Programs vs. B&G Reman Exchange
Any time you exchange an engine component you lose control of your core — and perhaps the optimal life and performance of the engine. OEM exchange programs are convenient, but there is a downside — the product that you get back might not be what you really want. With a B&G Reman component critical specifications… [continue reading]
State of the art dynamometer engine testing services
When it comes to high horsepower engines, thorough testing is a critical but often overlooked part of a long, trouble free service life. For more than a decade B&G Machine customers have enjoyed the knowledge that every B&G re-manufactured engine has been tested top to bottom at one of the most advanced testing facilities in… [continue reading]
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Caterpillar 3508 Rebuild Special
» Click here for a Print Version Got a tired 3508? Here’s something that’ll grab your attention: In a recent sample of a dozen D11R engines, B&G engines operated 20% longer than the OEM recommendation. B&G wants your business… So we’re making the following offer to team up in this tough economy: All CAT 3508… [continue reading]
Cylinder Heads: Custom Rebuild Versus Exchange
Printer friendly newsletter Cylinder heads play a fundamental role in extending the service for the top end of your engine. Proper machining, coupled with new valvetrain parts replacement, produces a head that performs better and more reliably. Custom machining your cylinder heads (versus exchanging with an OEM program) has benefits that give you more control… [continue reading]
Tech Bulletin – Water Erosion, Cylinder Blocks
(Click here for a printer-friendly version of this bulletin) Water erosion on the deck of 3500 Series engine blocks is common and leads to premature failure. Proper cooling system maintenance helps minimize exposure to this failure mode, but is often not enough. A strong repair strategy at overhaul can eliminate this risk for the life… [continue reading]
Tech Bulletin – Camshaft Reconditioning
(Click here for a printer-friendly version of this bulletin) Today’s high horsepower electronic fuel injected engines demand an overwhelming amount of performance from camshafts. Ironically, camshaft reconditioning or replacement is often overlooked at overhaul. Again and again, we hear about mid life camshaft related failures after overhaul. Qualifying a camshaft for reuse with a simple… [continue reading]
Tech Bulletin – Connecting Rods, Cylinder Packs and Balancing
(Click here for a printer-friendly version of this bulletin) In a recent technical bulletin, we discussed the importance of crankshaft balancing and how it directly improves the service life of the engine and related components. This week, we are adding emphasis to that by focusing on the importance of balancing the cylinder packs. Balancing produces… [continue reading]
Tech Bulletin – Crankshaft Balancing
(Click here for a printer-friendly version of this bulletin) In August 2009, a new deck height dimension was specified for CAT 3500B model engines (Ref. CAT SIS #SEBF8157). This specification calls for a higher deck height meaning the same cylinder blocks that once passed inspection are now out of spec due to low deck height…. [continue reading]
B&G a 4 Star business with EnviroStars
Nationally recognized, the EnviroStars Program certifies businesses for reducing, recycling, and properly managing hazardous waste. The program was created in King County, Washington, in 1995 and has expanded to include many additional counties in the Puget Sound region. The goal of the EnviroStars Program is to give businesses incentives and recognition for reducing hazardous waste,… [continue reading]
Tech Bulletin – Metal Spray, Cylinder Blocks
(Click here for a printer-friendly version of this bulletin) In August 2009, a new deck height dimension was specified for CAT 3500B model engines (Ref. CAT SIS #SEBF8157). This specification calls for a higher deck height meaning the same cylinder blocks that once passed inspection are now out of spec due to low deck height…. [continue reading]
Sweet Spot in the US Economy: Exports
Article by Ayse Oge, President of Ultimate Trade LLC Despite recent financial turmoil and the severe credit crunch, exports increased by 19% in the second quarter of 2008 and real merchandise exports grew by 23% during the 3rd quarter. This export boom was fueled by the weak dollar, which has depreciated nearly 22% against foreign… [continue reading]
Auto shop and other industrial arts slated for a comeback as ‘green tech’
The Seattle Times‘ Bruce Ramsey offers up a thoughtful piece on the revival of “Industrial Arts” classes in high school as demand for ‘Green Tech’ grows. B&G Machine gets a nod for its good wages and job security even in the current economic cycle. From the article: “There’s a mindset that these are dirty jobs,”… [continue reading]
Downturn means more work for specialty diesel-engine shop
The Puget Sound Business Journal’s The Insider column has coverage on the strong demand for B&G’s diesel rebuild business. From the article: B & G Machine Inc. has fared better than many manufacturers during the recession, maintaining a steady work force of about 50 when others are downsizing. The South Seattle company rebuilds diesel engines… [continue reading]
An open letter to Chicken Little
The AERA’s Engine Professional Magazine admonishes readers not to fear the sky is falling under the current economic climate. B&G Machine is held out as an example of an organization who, thanks to good planning and leadership, is weathering the storm just fine. From the article: B&G Machine of Seattle, Washington is owned by John… [continue reading]
Johnny Bianchi fights to preserve blue collar jobs in Seattle
The Fall issue of Seattle University Magazine includes an insightful interview with B&G Machine’s Johnny Bianchi and his drive to keep good paying blue collar jobs in Seattle. From the article: I won’t easily forget that withoutthose who are willing to get dirty, get in early or stick around until late, the job would not… [continue reading]
KCTS About The Money Interview
KCTS Seattle’s About The Money program recently covered Seattle’s manufacturing boom. Featured in the segment B&G Machine and our own Johnny Bianchi. From KCTS’ website: Forget what you’ve heard about the rust belt and sunset industries. Washington State is experiencing a manufacturing boom. We’ll find out what it means to the state economy and the… [continue reading]
Size Matters: Industrial Diesel Builds
Engine Builder Magazine has an article this month on the highly specialized field of industrial diesel builds. Written by the publication’s managing editor, Brendan Baker, B&G Machine is prominently featured as a leader in the market. From the article: When it comes to the various rebuilding markets, almost nothing is as specialized as industrial diesel… [continue reading]
Canadian oil spurt brings Seattle orders
The Puget Sound Business Journal reports that the Canadian oil boom is benefiting Washington State, and B&G is among the area firms to reap the windfall. From the article: The boom has already hit B&G Machine Inc. On Wednesday morning, a lathe at its Duwamish factory was milling a 6-ton crankshaft that will be used… [continue reading]
