KWS Delivers Rapid Recovery After Screw Conveyor Failure at Gold Bond
Introduction
Gold Bond Building Products in Westwego, LA produces gypsum wallboard and panels for the construction industry. Screw conveyors are used throughout the manufacturing process for conveying gypsum powder, stucco and various additives. Unfortunately, the plant experienced an unexpected weekend shutdown due to failed screw conveyor hanger bearings.
Challenge
With production stopped, the maintenance team needed immediate answers and contacted Motion for urgent assistance. Motion reached out to KWS, knowing we maintain one of the largest inventories of CEMA standard components in the U.S. The required CEMA hangers and bearings were shipped for same-day delivery, and the plant was back up within 12 hours of the initial failure.
KWS Advantage
KWS and Motion worked seamlessly to restore Gold Bond’s operation. Our partnership ensures customers receive rapid technical support, fast fulfillment, and reliable American-made components when failures happen.
With 24-hour service and a large inventory of CEMA standard components, KWS supports emergency requests without lead times, providing plants like Gold Bond the reliability and speed required to keep running at full capacity.
Customer Testimonial
“KWS and Motion got us running before other vendors could even respond to the request. Outstanding service when we needed it most.” Maintenance Supervisor, Gold Bond – Westwego, LA
KWS Maintains a Large Inventory of CEMA Stock Screw Conveyor Components Ready for Immediate Shipment
