A rebuild goes beyond simple repairs by completely disassembling a unit, replacing worn or damaged components, and reassembling it to factory specifications. This process is common for high-value merchandise like engines, pumps, or industrial machinery that fail in the field. Depending on company policy, rebuilt items might be sold as refurbished or returned to the original customer.
Heard on the job
We need to rebuild the entire pump assembly because the casing cracked during the pressure test.
Do not mix it up with
- Rework: Rework fixes a defect before the product leaves the factory, while a rebuild usually happens after a product has been used or returned.