Applications
Steam Turbine Pump Shaft Before Repair
Labyrinth and deflector worn completely
Steam Turbine Pump Shaft Before Repair (Close Up)
Labyrinth and deflector worn completely
Steam Turbine Pump Shaft After Repair
Cargo Pump Shaft Before Repair
Cargo Pump Shaft Before Repair
Close up of journal wear
Cargo Pump Shaft After Repair
Repair in way of journal
4-Stroke Piston Grooves After Process
By Laser-Powder-Cladding, piston ring grooves can be restored to reduce blow pass and provide extended life cycle value.
Localized cladding in process
Turbocharger Systems
Turbocharger systems typically experience a high amount of heat and wear in operation. By Laser-Powder-Cladding, clearances and efficiencies can be restored.
Worn Turbocharger Shaft Sealing Area
Turbocharger Shaft Sealing Area After Process
Damaged Turbocharger Shaft Thread Area
Turbocharger Shaft Thread Area After Process
Exhaust Valve Seat After Process
Damaged Crane Swivel Shaft
Crane Swivel Shaft After Process
Thread and shank portions were completely restored and successfully load tested
Worn Compressor Shaft Bearing Surface
After long usage, bearing surfaces sometimes display peeling out of previous metal spray layers
Compressor Shaft Bearing Surface After Process
Such surfaces can be restored with a fusion bond which is more durable and wear resistant
PISTON RING GROOVE RESTORATION CASE
Laser-Powder-Cladding works by fusing new material onto old worn out surfaces through welding by laser. The new materials strengthen and enhance the original component to lengthen its lifespan, thereby improving overall engine efficiency at a fraction of the cost of buying a new component.
- Cobalt alloy laser cladded
- Cross sectional area shows uneven
clad layer before machining
3after FINAL MACHINING FOR FINISHED PRODUCT
- Groove sizes restored with
virtually no porosity (GL reference)
- Local damage repaired
- Anti friction coat applied as option
Research and Development
For specialized laser cladding applications, we can develop customized solutions based on different base and cladding material combinations. Some of the more common materials we work with are shown here:
Typical Metals
- Aluminum
- Aluminum Bronze
- Chrome Steel
- Copper Based Alloys
- High Speed Steel
- Iron Nickel Alloys
- Manganese Steel
SPECIAL METALS
AND SUPER ALLOYS
- Cobalt based alloys
- Nickel based alloys
- Titanium
- Other exotic metals on request
