KRC Machine Tool Solutions

10/15/2026

On a large-format part, every extra move can become its own project: re-fixturing, re-aligning, verifying datum, transferring programs and waiting for another work center.

The KRC FUSION VI platform was developed to attack that problem with a configurable gantry system that can combine multiple processes—including trimming, drilling, routing, surface milling, marking and inspection—within one machine solution.

For aerospace, transportation and energy manufacturers, the value can be bigger than raw cycle time. Process consolidation can reduce handling, reduce opportunities for setup variation and simplify the route from raw part to finished component.

If your process map has too many arrows between work centers, it may be time to redraw the map.

10/13/2026

When the workpiece gets bigger, the conversation has to go beyond swing diameter. Rigidity, stability, thermal behavior and cutting force all show up in the finished part.

The KRC Velocity VTC Series is built around heavy-duty cast structures for vertical turning applications. The line spans VTC-12, VTC-16 and VTC-20 configurations, with options including live milling, C-axis capability, probing and part-handling systems.

That combination matters when manufacturers need to turn large components while protecting dimensional accuracy and surface finish.

If your next project involves a large, heavy or difficult-to-handle turned component, let’s look at the part requirements before picking the machine configuration.

10/09/2026

We're growing! 🔧

KRC is hiring for several positions right now - Field Service Tech, Controls Engineer, Machine Tool Mechanic, and a Preventative Maintenance Technician in Washington (no travel!).

If you know your way around machine tools, we'd love to hear from you. Apply here: https://recruiting.paylocity.com/recruiting/jobs/All/a3e462de-6391-4037-bb55-0c5a1274bc9c/Kentucky-Rebuild-Corp

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10/08/2026

Unplanned downtime has terrible timing. It never checks the production schedule first.

A preventive maintenance program gives manufacturers a chance to find wear, alignment drift, lubrication issues, filter problems, control batteries, backlash and other developing conditions before they become a production-stopping event.

KRC can build annual or semi-annual preventive maintenance programs around your equipment and operating needs, with inspection history that helps your team see machine condition over time.

The goal is simple: make downtime a planned maintenance event, not an emergency phone call.

Talk with KRC about a preventive maintenance plan for your machine-tool fleet.

10/06/2026

IMTS 2026 put a bright spotlight on process consolidation: doing more work with fewer handoffs, fewer setups and less non-cutting time.

That is exactly where the KRC HELIX HMC earns a closer look. The 6-axis horizontal machining platform can be configured for complex medium-to-large precision parts, with spindle access designed to reach more of the part in one setup. Optional tables, pallet changers, work-holding and automation let the system be tailored around the process instead of forcing the process around the machine.

For manufacturers chasing throughput, repeatability and simpler part flow, the question is not just, “How fast does the spindle move?” It is, “How many steps can we eliminate before the part is complete?”

Bring KRC the part, the process and the bottleneck. We’ll help evaluate the right machining approach.

10/01/2026

KRC Machine Tool Solutions is looking for a full-time Preventative Maintenance Technician in the Fife/Kent Washington area to join our team. This is a site-based role - you'll work at one customer facility every day, with NO regional travel.

What you'll do:
• Perform scheduled preventative maintenance on CNC and machine tool equipment
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, and hydraulic/pneumatic issues
• Keep detailed records of PM work and parts used
• Be the go-to KRC contact for the customer's operators and supervisors

If you have hands-on maintenance experience and enjoy working with people as much as machines, we would love to hear from you!

Apply here: https://recruiting.paylocity.com/recruiting/jobs/Details/4480575/KRC-Machine-Tool-Solutions/Maintenance-Technician
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KRC Machine Tool Solutions is looking for a Preventative Maintenance Technician to be permanently assigned to one of our customer's sites in Washington. Unlike a traveling field service role, this position is site-based — you'll become a familiar, trusted presence for the same customer team every ...

10/01/2026

Control Issues & Retrofits

Technology continues to evolve, but many machine tools still have years—or even decades—of productive life remaining.
The challenge is that aging control systems can create new obstacles:

• Increased downtime
• Limited parts availability
• Slower diagnostics
• Reliability concerns
• Reduced productivity

That's where control upgrades and retrofits can make a significant difference.
At KRC Machine Tool Solutions, we help manufacturers evaluate, diagnose, and modernize machine control systems to improve performance, reliability, and long-term supportability.

Our services include:
✔ CNC control diagnostics
✔ Control system troubleshooting
✔ CNC retrofits and upgrades
✔ Electrical modernization
✔ Improved operator functionality
✔ Extended machine life

A well-executed retrofit can often deliver many of the benefits of newer technology while maximizing the value of existing equipment.

Because sometimes the smartest investment isn't replacing a machine—it's upgrading the technology that drives it.
Has your team evaluated whether an older machine could benefit from a control upgrade rather than replacement?

09/30/2026

KRC is thrilled to announce that we are actively seeking talented individuals to join our team. With over 35 years of experience, we have built a reputation for excellence in precision machine tools, exceptional service, and a collaborative culture where every employee contributes to our success.

If you aspire to build a rewarding career alongside some of the most skilled leaders in the machine tool industry, we encourage you to explore our current openings and apply today.

👉 Visit our website to view the available positions and submit your application: https://recruiting.paylocity.com/recruiting/jobs/All/a3e462de-6391-4037-bb55-0c5a1274bc9c/Kentucky-Rebuild-Corp

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09/29/2026

The Growing Need for Field Service Expertise

Machines are getting more complex… But skilled service support is getting harder to find.
That’s the gap most manufacturers are feeling right now.
Field service isn’t just support anymore—it’s a competitive advantage.

KRC Machine Tool Solutions provides nationwide on-site service for complex CNC equipment:
• Mechanical and electrical troubleshooting
• Control issues and retrofits
• Large machine alignment
• Emergency breakdown response
When your machine is down, you don’t need theory. You need someone who’s fixed it before.

Need reliable field service support you can count on? Let’s connect.
How long does it typically take to get qualified service to your facility?

09/25/2026

This week, KRC Machine Tool Solutions welcomed Ed Gallrein to our facility in Independence, KY, where he toured our operations and met with members of our team. We had a great conversation about manufacturing here in Kentucky, workforce development, and where the machine tool industry is headed in the U.S.
We appreciate him taking the time to see our local operations firsthand.