Metal Locking and Metal Stitching of Engine Block on Board the Vessel – RA Power Solutions

A vessel sailing in the Middle East reported damage of engine block of Yanmar 6N21L-SN due to RA Power Solutions Pvt. Ltd. deputed a team of technicians with consumables. The broken pieces were assembled and metal stitching and metal locked. The total broken area was 46 inches. The broken pieces were re-assembled and metal stitching was due to a shortage of time and to put on the generator in the minimum possible time. The other alternate option was to use the new piece of casting, which was not done in this case due to a shortage of time accident.

Yanmar Marine Diesel Engine
Yanmar Marine Diesel Engine

RA Power Solutions Pvt. Ltd. deputed a team of technicians with consumables. The broken pieces were assembled and metal stitched/metal locked. The total broken area was 46 inches. The broken pieces were reassembled and metal stitched due to a shortage of time and to put on the generator in the minimum possible time. The other alternate option was to use the new piece of casting, which was not done in this case due to a shortage of time.

Broken Engine Block of Yanmar Engine
Broken Engine Block of Yanmar Engine
Assembly of Broken Pieces of Engine Block
Assembly of Broken Pieces of Engine Block
Metal Stitching of Engine Block in Process
Metal Stitching of Engine Block in Process
Metal Locking of Engine Block in Process
Metal Locking of Engine Block in Process
Repair of Engine Block by Metal Locking Process
Repair of Engine Block by Metal Locking Process
Engine Block Ready After Metal Locking Process
Engine Block Ready After Metal Locking Process

For further details regarding the metal stitching of engine block, metal stitching service provider, broken engine block of Yanmar, Yanmar marine diesel engine, and broken engine block, etc. contact us at rajshahani@rapowersolutions.com or info@rapowersolutions.com, or call us at +91 9582647131 or +91 9810012383.

Metal Locking of Steel Casting – RA Power Solutions

RA Power Solutions has undertaken onsite repair of engine blocks, compressors, and rotary equipment for the last 44 years. We feel that the repair crack developed in cast iron, and steel castings are repaired successfully by metal locking and metal stitching process without losing the original profile.

Insertion of Casting Piece into Engine Block Area
Insertion of Casting Piece into Engine Block Area
Metal Locking Under Process
Metal Locking Under Process

RA Power Solutions has executed successfully more than 600 jobs for the repair of housings that are damaged due to the development of cracks or casting broken into pieces. The advantage of metal locking and metal stitching is that in case a large area of casting is damaged, a new piece having similar metallurgical properties is cast and metal stitched on the parent body of the casting.

Metal Stitching/Metal Locking of Jenbacher Engine Block Under Process
Metal Stitching/Metal Locking of Jenbacher Engine Block Under Process

Recently, we have undertaken repair of the Jenbacher engine block. The casting of the engine block i.e. lower crankcase was broken into pieces, and a new piece measuring 10 × 12 inches was metal stitched successfully. We use proven and high-quality metal keys and metal locks and stand guarantee for the performance.

Metal Stitching of Jenbacher Engine Block
Metal Stitching of Jenbacher Engine Block
Engine Block After Completing Metal Locking Process
Engine Block After Completing Metal Locking Process

The author of this blog is Raj Shahani, Managing Director of RA Power Solutions Pvt. Ltd. having experience of more than 44 years. He is instrumental in executing the successful repair of crankshaft, engine block, cylinder heads, connecting rods, and mechanical equipment replacement costs which works out to millions of dollars. The reputed companies spread all over the world regularly benefit from the rich experience of RA Power Solutions having the excellent latest infrastructure required for repairs.

To know more about the repair of cracks in cast iron casting, repair cast iron, cast iron repair, metal stitching service provider, metal locking, and cast iron crack repair email us at rajshahani@rapowersolutions.com or info@rapowersolutions.com, or call us at +91 9582647131 or +91 9810012383.