HEL, Inc.

HEL, Inc. When your industrial machinery suddenly breaks, you can’t afford to wait for the OEM. That’s why we offer 24/7, on-demand repairs in West Michigan. HEL, Inc.

At HEL, we understand that when a machine is down, you’re losing thousands of dollars every hour. Our team of millwrights takes great satisfaction and immense pride in getting your equipment back up and running—so you can get back to work fast. With our rigging and machine shop capabilities, we control the scope of work from beginning to end. Our team of millwrights can quickly and reliably repair

your mechanical and hydraulic stamping press and press brake equipment. From leveling a ram to a complete crown rebuild, we offer a turnkey approach to pressroom equipment repair. excels in rebuilding and refurbishing injection units, toggle links, fabricating tie-bars, and removing stuck screw tips. If you have experienced an unexpected failure, reach out to us right now. From chippers and shredders to wood mulch blowers and advanced manufacturing mixing Vessels—if it slides or spins and is now broken, our team of millwrights can rebuild it.

This gearbox for Reith Riley is back in service after a successful repair by the HEL, Inc. team, and it’s already headed...
05/07/2026

This gearbox for Reith Riley is back in service after a successful repair by the HEL, Inc. team, and it’s already headed back to work supporting asphalt production.
That means more than just a repaired component. It means keeping critical road-building equipment running, so crews can stay on schedule and get vital infrastructure projects done efficiently.

03/31/2026

Machining a municipal water impeller for one of our customers.

Using our bridge mill to machine a custom robot mounting plate, built with the precision this kind of work demands.     ...
03/30/2026

Using our bridge mill to machine a custom robot mounting plate, built with the precision this kind of work demands.

Rebuilding counterbalances and bringing them back to spec. This work is essential to keep the press running right.
03/26/2026

Rebuilding counterbalances and bringing them back to spec. This work is essential to keep the press running right.

Unloading the ram from a 250T AIDA stamping press as we begin diagnosing a possible bad connecting rod bushing. At HEL, ...
03/23/2026

Unloading the ram from a 250T AIDA stamping press as we begin diagnosing a possible bad connecting rod bushing. At HEL, we provide turnkey press repair services from disassembly and rigging to repair, rebuild, and reassembly, making us a true one-stop shop for keeping your operation moving.

Another job in the shop for the HEL team. This project involved unloading the drive shaft from a Blow stamping press and...
03/21/2026

Another job in the shop for the HEL team. This project involved unloading the drive shaft from a Blow stamping press and removing the Ortlinghaus combination clutch brake after a failed retaining nut allowed the flywheel bearings to lose proper end play. Precision, planning, and the right crew make all the difference when handling components like these.

When a 1000‑ton automotive press went offline, every hour of downtime threatened the supply chain. Thankfully, HEL, Inc....
03/20/2026

When a 1000‑ton automotive press went offline, every hour of downtime threatened the supply chain. Thankfully, HEL, Inc. mobilized fast, diagnosing hidden failures, coordinating with the OEM, and completing a full rebuild in just 4 days.
Just another way HEL is keeping the customer’s timeline intact and profits protected.
Discover how agility, expertise, and deep industry relationships made it happen:https://helinc.com/press-down-profits-down-how-hel-inc-saved-an-automotive-timeline-in-4-days/

See how our teams are helping businesses navigate seasonal challenges 👇
03/12/2026

See how our teams are helping businesses navigate seasonal challenges 👇

In Michigan, when the frost melts, roads soften and weight limits kick in. When frost laws are implemented, moving heavy machinery without planning can lead to fines, damage, or delays.

Gelock knows how to navigate these seasonal challenges. From timing your haul to choosing the right routes and equipment, we help businesses move safely and efficiently through the spring thaw.

Don’t let seasonal restrictions slow your projects — learn how to haul smart this spring:https://gelock.com/hauling-heavy-in-the-thaw-moving-heavy-equipment-during-michigans-spring-weight-restrictions/

03/09/2026

Just another “boring” Monday.

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Grand Rapids, MI

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