In industries like mining, construction, and heavy equipment operations, time is everything. When a machine breaks down or a component wears out, every hour of downtime can mean lost productivity and higher costs. That’s where on-site bore facing comes in — a solution designed to restore flatness, alignment, and performance without removing your equipment from site. 

What is Bore Facing? 

Bore facing (sometimes called flange facing or surface reconditioning) is the process of machining the surface around a bore or flange to bring it back to a flat, smooth, and properly aligned condition. Over time, parts such as bucket bosses, pivot faces, or mounting flanges can wear down or become misaligned. If left untreated, this can cause improper fitment, faster wear of new components, and even mechanical failures. 

The Problem with Traditional Repairs 

In the past, fixing a worn bore or flange often meant dismantling the component, transporting it to a workshop, and waiting days — sometimes weeks — for it to be repaired and returned. This process: 

  • Takes more time due to transport and dismantling 
  • Increases labour and logistics costs 
  • Keeps machinery out of service longer 

For businesses that rely on their equipment daily, these delays are both costly and frustrating. 

Why On-Site Bore Facing is a Game Changer 

With mobile machining equipment, such as the Hofmann Triangle boring and facing system, bore facing can now be done directly at your site. Here’s how this approach saves both time and money: 

1. No Need for Transport 

The biggest advantage is that the machine doesn’t need to be dismantled or transported. Repairs happen where the machine is, meaning less downtime and fewer logistics costs. 

2. Faster Turnaround 

On-site bore facing is much quicker because technicians arrive with mobile equipment and get the job done without waiting for workshop scheduling or transport delays. 

3. Accurate and Reliable Results 

Mobile facing equipment is designed to deliver precision machining, restoring the surface to OEM standards. This ensures the new or existing parts fit correctly, reducing the risk of repeat failures. 

4. Lower Overall Costs 

Less downtime means more productivity. On top of that, avoiding transport, dismantling, and workshop labour reduces overall repair costs significantly. 

5. Ideal for Remote Sites 

In Western Australia, many operations are in remote mining and construction areas. On-site bore facing ensures even distant sites can receive fast, professional service without long delays. 

Where On-Site Bore Facing is Used 

This service is commonly applied to: 

  • Excavator and loader bucket bosses 
  • Boom and stick pivot faces 
  • Cylinder mounting flanges 
  • Grader ring faces 
  • Pin bosses and bush housings 
  • Worn or distorted bearing surfaces 

Final Thoughts 

On-site bore facing is more than just a repair service — it’s a time and cost-saving solution for businesses that depend on heavy machinery. By restoring alignment and surface condition directly at your worksite, it keeps machines running, extends equipment life, and helps you avoid unnecessary downtime. 

At BHEL Engineering, we’ve been providing precision on-site bore facing services across Perth and WA for over 20 years. Our fully equipped mobile vans and experienced technicians are ready to bring your equipment back to spec — quickly, safely, and reliably. 

Need bore facing done right? Contact us today to book your on-site service.