Photo Index - Wells-Index Corp. - Model 55

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Manufactured/Badged by:
Wells-Index Corp.
Jackson, MI; Three Rivers, MI; Muskegon, MI

Machine Specifications
Machine Class:	Metal Working Machinery
Machine Type:	Mill, Vertical
Machine Size:	9 x 40 inch table
Submitted By:	Rodolfo Castillo

Machine Specifications
Description/Model:	Model 55
Date of Manufacturer:	7-31-1950
Serial Number:	55-3826
Last Updated	1/3/2025 11:42:07 PM

Comments:

I bought this machine from a local retired machinist here in Guatemala, was complete stuck.. I make a full rebuild, including all new bearings (including Abec7 on spindle), changed acme screw from Y axis, installed a 3 axis scales kit with DRO, Painted and rebuild all electrics ,including the installation of a VFD for convert for 2 to 3ph.

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Source: Wells index

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Comments: Before restoration
Source: Rodolfo Castillo machine

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Comments: After restoration -front view
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Comments: After Restoration -Left side
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Comments: After restoration- Right side
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