Metal Straightening Services

Metal Straightening Services: Precision Component Restoration and Alignment Solutions

Hole Specialists, Inc. is an industry leader in gun drilling, deep hole drilling, pull bore, trepan, and honing services since 1993. At Hole Specialists, Inc., we combine these core capabilities with state-of-the-art equipment, rigorous quality control, and decades of expertise to deliver superior results for our clients. Our comprehensive quality management system ensure consistent excellence across all services.

Precision straightening is a specialized process that restores bent or misaligned components to their original specifications. Using a combination of controlled force application, precision measurement, and sometimes thermal techniques, our straightening services can achieve straightness tolerances of 0.001″ per foot. This service is vital for shafts, rolls, and other cylindrical components requiring exact alignment.

End Applications

Industries We Serve

Military

Our straightening expertise supports defense applications requiring precise alignment of critical components. We maintain strict security protocols and military specifications.

Automotive

We provide straightening services for driveshafts, axles, and manufacturing equipment components. Our capabilities support both production and repair operations.

Food Processing

Our straightening services ensure precise alignment of processing equipment components, meeting FDA standards and sanitary requirements.

Printing

We serve the printing industry with precision straightening for roller systems, press components, and critical alignment needs.

Mold Manufacturing

Our straightening capabilities support large-scale mold repair and alignment, ensuring precise fits and proper operation.

Steel Industry

We support steel manufacturers with straightening services for mill equipment, guide rolls, and structural components.

Manufacturing

Our services support various manufacturing operations, including equipment repair and component restoration requiring precise alignment.

Composites

We provide straightening for composite manufacturing equipment and tooling components requiring exact alignment.

Medical

Our straightening meets strict medical industry standards for equipment components and specialized device manufacturing.

Oil & Gas

We support the energy sector with straightening services for drilling components, pump shafts, and critical equipment.

Job Shops

We partner with machine shops to provide specialized straightening services that complement their existing capabilities.

Technical Capabilities

Quality Certifications

Quality Management

Industry-Specific Certifications

Quality Control Equipment

Quality Documentation

Frequently Asked Questions

What is precision straightening?

Precision straightening is a specialized process that restores bent or misaligned components to their original straightness specifications using controlled force application and measurement.

What methods are used for straightening?

We employ various methods including hydraulic pressing, thermal straightening, and mechanical straightening, depending on the component and requirements.

What materials can be straightened?

We can straighten most engineering materials including various grades of steel, stainless steel, aluminum, and exotic alloys.

How do you verify straightness?

We use advanced measurement systems including laser alignment tools, precision indicators, and electronic levels to verify straightness to exact specifications.

What tolerances can be achieved?

We typically achieve straightness tolerances of 0.001″ per foot, with specific tolerances dependent on the component and application.

Metal Straightening Services