General Machine Shop, Speciality parts, Repair or Replace Short Run Production CNC turning up to 24" dia
CNC Shaft Turning up to 80" between centers. Precision Balancing with written report on results.
Keywords: Precision Machine, Repair Parts, CNC turning, CNC Milling, Balancing
Interview Q&A
How long have you been in business?
Van Sanford Tool has been in business since 1936 Started in Mr. Frank VanSanford's Garage at 4509 James St. Moved to 4411 James St in the mid fifties. I Purchased it from Frank Jr. in 1988 and have been having fun ever since.
What is your primary product or service?
Gereral Machine and repair work. We are the tool room for those Mfg's who would rather not have one.
How did you first become interested in your line of business? (if owner) - What is your background? (If owner or store manager)
I spent 17 years at Crucible Steel as a Planner, Scheduler, and Mill Technicition, After 10 years I went back too school and earned a Degree in Business Administration. Left Crucible and became a Buyer eventully at Bendix in Utica buying machine shop services and Capital equipment. I couldn't get parts made when we needed them. I knew that if I had my own shop I could make a living providing customers what they wanted when they wanted it.
How do you differentiate yourself from other businesses in your category and area?
We try to be sure of just what the customer wants before we start cutting chips. Then do our best to make it right once.
How many locations do you have and do you have plans to expand?
One location. We have more land if we need to grow.
Provide detailed directions to your location
We are on James St. between Manlius St. and Worth St. Across the street from the East Syracuse Village sign.
What type of payments do you accept?
Cash or Check. Sorry no Credit Cards.
Which areas do you service?
Central New York although we have customers out of New York.
Who owns your company or runs daily operations?
We are privately owned by Frances & Gerald O'Donnell both originally from East Syracuse Attended and graduated from East Syracuse HIgh School.
What are your hours of operation?
We are open from 7:00 am to 4:30 pm Monday thru Thursday and 7:00 to 11:00 on Friday We on occasion stay over for emergency repair.