Nearly everything worth keeping requires maintenance—from our dental health to our cars, our homes to our pets. When we take care of the things we cherish or need each day, those things remain available for us. So while upkeep can…
Wear and tear is a fact of life. Even in the 21st century, we lack the technology to create machines that never break. Leading-edge lubricants and superior modern alloys are making a difference for sure. But even with these advancements,…
Everything’s bigger in Texas—and that holds true for our strong economy, bolstered by big businesses across diverse industries. Big business means big centrifugal machinery. You depend on your centrifugal pumps and compressors to power productivity and revenue. The rapid rotation of…
Your facility is only as strong as its weakest mechanical component. When a part malfunctions, no matter how small it may be, it can cost you thousands of dollars in lost production time. One part in need of repair or…
For better or worse, our machines can’t speak to us in plain English. A cooling tower can’t complain about rising temperatures. A centrifugal pump can’t alert us to wobble. But if our machines could speak, if they could tell us…
As a heavy industry professional, you know that the right equipment can make the difference between success and failure. The best machinery may not guarantee prosperity, but it won’t hurt your odds. At Cornerstone Mechanical Services, Inc., we’ve learned the…
At Cornerstone Mechanical, Inc., we’re always on the lookout for new ways to help in both our industry and our communities. That’s why we were thrilled this year to host a booth at the 2021 North Texas Facilities Expo in…
You rely on your heavy machinery to keep your customers happy, your team employed and your revenue flowing. Emergency maintenance is expensive, but the longer you operate industrial equipment without taking proactive measures, the more likely an unplanned emergency—a shutdown—becomes. …
Fix it Before it Breaks with Preventive Maintenance In business, as in life, knowing the future could provide unlimited benefits. But sadly, no crystal ball can reveal when your machinery will fail, leaving you stranded, shut down, or with an…