CAI Machine & Repair · Service by appointment

Welding, Machining & Fabrication in Wheaton & DuPage County

A damaged bracket, worn fit or hard-to-find part does not always mean replacing an entire assembly. CAI Machine & Repair offers manual machining, welding and small fabrication projects for equipment repairs in Wheaton and DuPage County, with each job reviewed and quoted to its scope.

Precision manual machining work in progress at CAI
Welding, Machining & FabricationWheaton & DuPage County

Manual machining for practical repair parts

Send photos, dimensions and a description of how the part is used. An existing part or drawing helps establish the material, fit and machining required. Final suitability and the work involved need review before a part can be quoted.

  • One-off repair parts, bushings and spacers
  • Shaft work and precision fitting
  • Drilling and tapping
  • Damaged-thread repair
  • Broken-fastener extraction

Welding and small fabrication projects

CAI’s capabilities include MIG, TIG and stick welding for brackets, equipment repairs, modifications and small fabrication work. Include the material if known, approximate dimensions, photos of the full assembly and close-ups of the damaged area. Process and repair approach depend on the material, condition and intended use.

Quote the actual job, including the fit

Machining, welding and fabrication are quoted separately from general mobile repair labor. Mention tolerances, mating parts, loading and finish requirements when relevant. Where the part performs a safety-critical function, identify that use at the outset so suitability can be assessed. Arrange any handoff by appointment; CAI has no walk-in storefront.

Before you book

Can you make a replacement for a part that is hard to find?

CAI offers one-off repair-part machining. Send the existing part’s photos, dimensions and intended use for review. Feasibility depends on the part, material and required fit.

What should I send for a welding or machining quote?

Send clear photos, dimensions or a drawing, the material if known and what the part must do. Include your location and timing needs. The job may need an in-person assessment before a final quote.

Local service

Based in Wheaton. Serving DuPage County.

No walk-in storefront. Mobile service, pickup and delivery are arranged by appointment and job scope. Send your town with your inquiry to confirm availability.

WheatonGlen EllynWinfieldNapervilleLombardLisleCarol StreamWest ChicagoGlendale HeightsDowners GroveWoodridge

Tell us about the job

Let’s talk about your repair.

Send the make and model, your town, the symptoms and clear photos. For machining or fabrication, include dimensions and material if known. Most inquiries receive a response within one business day.