The Challenge

A packaging plant came to a halt when 36 bearing housings cracked across several conveyor systems, bringing production to a standstill.
The damage was caused by material fatigue and thin wall sections in the original cast parts — and new OEM replacements would take weeks to arrive.

The maintenance team needed stronger, longer-lasting replacements, machined to exact dimensions, and installed within 48 hours to avoid extended downtime.

Our Approach

Southside Engineering took immediate action to replicate and improve the existing design.

Our team:

• Inspected the damaged housings and recorded critical dimensions and bearing seat tolerances.
• Modelled the parts in CAD to identify weak points and increase wall thickness for greater strength.
• Machined 12 new housings from upgraded alloy steel, improving both durability and impact resistance.
• Conducted CNC milling and boring with ±0.01mm accuracy to ensure perfect bearing fit.
• Delivered and assisted with installation within 48 hours of receiving the job.

Each part was manufactured and inspected under Australian-based quality control, ensuring consistency across all housings.

The Outcome

The new housings were installed and operational within two days — eliminating the risk of future cracking and improving long-term performance.

Results:

• 36 upgraded alloy housings machined and installed within 48 hours
• Improved design with thicker wall sections for durability
• Perfect bearing alignment and fit across all conveyors
• Production fully restored, zero follow-up issues reported

Key Takeaway

Southside Engineering’s CNC machining and redesign services help manufacturers extend the life of critical components while improving reliability and uptime. By combining precision machining, material expertise, and fast delivery, we provide industrial clients with stronger, smarter solutions — not just replacements.

The Challenge

A local screen-printing company landed a large production order but realised they had no jigs or clamping fixtures ready to hold the parts for printing.
The deadline was tight — the job needed to start immediately or the company risked losing the client.

With no time to source tooling elsewhere, the owner called Southside Engineering on Friday morning looking for a complete jig solution — designed, machined, and assembled over the weekend.

Our Approach

Southside Engineering fast-tracked the project and began work the same day.

Our team:

• Designed a custom jig system based on sample components provided by the client.
• Modelled and validated the design using CAD software to ensure accuracy and repeatability.
• Machined all components from aluminium and steel stock using CNC milling and turning for precision.
• Completed assembly, testing, and finishing overnight for immediate production use.
• Delivered all four jigs to the client’s facility before Monday morning.

This project showcased the efficiency of Southside’s rapid CNC manufacturing process, combining design, machining, and assembly under one roof.

The Outcome

The client received all four jigs ahead of schedule and began production immediately.
The jigs performed flawlessly throughout the print run, allowing the business to meet its deadline and impress its new customer — resulting in a long-term contract.

Results:

• Four precision jigs designed, machined, and assembled overnight
• Seamless performance during large-scale production run
• Client met tight delivery deadline
• Long-term business secured through reliable turnaround

Key Takeaway

When speed, accuracy, and reliability matter, Southside Engineering’s CNC machining and jig manufacturing services deliver under pressure. By offering end-to-end solutions — from CAD design to assembly — all completed in-house, we help local manufacturers stay agile and competitive, even on impossible deadlines.

Quick Summary

The Challenge

An engineering firm needed a prototype bracket produced urgently for a major client presentation scheduled the next morning.
The project lead sent through a hand sketch mid-afternoon, with the part required by 9am the next day.

The prototype needed to be accurate, visually presentable, and functional, giving the firm’s client confidence in the concept and its manufacturability — all within a 24-hour turnaround.

Our Approach

Southside Engineering immediately prioritised the project and moved it into rapid prototype production.

Our team:

• Converted the hand-drawn sketch into a CAD model for accurate geometry and fit.
• Selected machined aluminium billet for lightweight strength and professional finish.
• Programmed CNC milling centres to achieve high accuracy and fine surface detail.
• Performed deburring and finishing to ensure the prototype looked presentation-ready.
• Coordinated morning delivery direct to the client’s office ahead of the pitch.

From concept to completion, the entire process — design, machining, finishing, and delivery — was completed overnight.

The Outcome

The bracket was delivered on time and met every design requirement.Our client used the prototype in their client pitch the following morning, demonstrating the product’s precision and manufacturability — and secured the contract.

Results:

• Prototype designed, machined, and delivered in less than 24 hours
• Machined from aluminium billet with a professional finish
• Perfect fit and functionality for client presentation
• Client secured new contract using completed prototype

Key Takeaway

When speed and precision matter, Southside Engineering’s rapid CNC prototyping services turn ideas into tangible results — fast. By combining design support, CNC milling, and overnight production, we help engineering teams and manufacturers meet deadlines with confidence.

From concept sketches to functional prototypes, Southside ensures every part is accurate, on time, and presentation-ready.

Quick Summary

The Challenge

A maintenance crew from Bendigo contacted Southside Engineering in the middle of a loader rebuild when they discovered they were missing 12 heavy-duty spacers required for reassembly.
Freight delays meant the original replacements wouldn’t arrive in time — and every hour of downtime risked holding up an entire mine operation.

The crew needed precision-machined spacers that could handle extreme load and vibration, manufactured and delivered before the next day’s shift.

Our Approach

Southside Engineering prioritised the emergency request and immediately began production.

Our team:

• Verified dimensions from supplied drawings and photos.
• Selected high-strength steel stock rated for heavy equipment performance.
• Programmed the CNC lathes for simultaneous machining to meet the deadline.
• Conducted dimensional inspection on all 12 parts to ensure ±0.01mm uniformity.
• Arranged overnight courier delivery direct to the Bendigo site by sunrise.

The entire job — programming, machining, finishing, and delivery — was completed within 24 hours.

The Outcome

The spacers were installed first thing in the morning and fit perfectly without adjustment. This rapid turnaround allowed the maintenance team to complete the loader rebuild on schedule, avoiding extended downtime and operational loss.

Results:

• 12 high-strength steel spacers machined and delivered overnight
• Exact fit and tolerance confirmed on-site
• Zero rebuild delay, full job completion next day
• Locally machined, inspected, and shipped from Melbourne

Key Takeaway

Southside Engineering’s CNC machining services for the mining industry combine precision, durability, and speed to keep critical equipment online. By offering after-hours production, tight-tolerance machining, and reliable delivery, we help regional maintenance teams avoid costly delays and downtime — ensuring that every component fits, performs, and lasts.

The Challenge

A local fabrication workshop came to a standstill when a custom machine adapter failed mid-job, disabling a key piece of cutting equipment.
With no replacement parts available off the shelf, and downtime costing both productivity and clients, the fabricator urgently needed a precision-engineered replacement made from durable material — fast.

Our Approach

Southside Engineering immediately began a reverse-engineering and rapid machining process to recreate the adapter.

Our team:

• Inspected the damaged component and captured all critical dimensions and alignment tolerances.
• Modelled the adapter in CAD to ensure an exact fit with the existing machinery.
• Machined the part from solid bar stock using CNC turning and milling for maximum strength.
• Verified every interface under ±0.01mm tolerance for perfect compatibility.

The new adapter was machined, finished, and ready for pickup within four hours of receiving the part.

The Outcome

The replacement adapter fitted flawlessly, allowing the fabricator to resume work before the end of the day. The solid-bar design proved more robust than the original, reducing future risk of failure and unplanned downtime.

Results:

• Precision replacement adapter reverse-engineered and machined in 4 hours
• Solid bar construction improved strength and lifespan
• Zero loss of production day
• 100% machined and quality-checked in Melbourne

Key Takeaway

When machinery downtime hits, Southside Engineering’s rapid CNC machining services keep local manufacturers productive. By combining reverse engineering, fast CNC manufacturing, and tight-tolerance inspection, we help workshops and industrial clients get back online within hours — with components built to last longer than the original.

The Challenge

A food processing plant in Dandenong faced an urgent compliance issue when a routine inspection uncovered cracked conveyor rollers on a key production line.
With a compliance officer onsite and a shutdown looming, the operations team needed replacement rollers machined, balanced, and installed immediately to avoid lost output and regulatory penalties.

The parts had to meet food-grade standards for hygiene, corrosion resistance, and precision — with minimal disruption to production.

Our Approach

Southside Engineering stepped in with a fast-tracked CNC manufacturing solution tailored for food-grade requirements.

Our team:

• Inspected a sample roller and confirmed measurements and material specs.
• Machined 12 brand-new rollers from 316 stainless steel, chosen for its superior corrosion resistance and hygienic finish.
• Applied precision CNC turning and polishing for a smooth, contamination-free surface.
• Delivered all rollers within 48 hours, ready for immediate installation and inspection.

All machining and finishing were carried out under Australian-based quality control to meet strict food production standards.

The Outcome

The new 316 stainless rollers were fitted and passed compliance inspection without a single issue. Production resumed on schedule, avoiding downtime, spoilage, and inspection fines. The plant manager credited Southside Engineering for “saving the week.”

Results:

• 12 food-grade rollers machined and delivered within 2 days
• Fully compliant 316 stainless finish
• Perfect balance and fit, zero operational vibration
• Production and compliance maintained without interruption

Key Takeaway

When compliance and uptime are critical, Southside Engineering’s CNC machining services in Melbourne deliver fast, hygienic, and precise results. From food conveyors to packaging machinery, our expertise in 316 stainless steel machining and finishing ensures components meet both regulatory and operational standards — with turnaround times that keep production moving.

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