At Metalock Engineering we have decades of experience in engine line boring. This is a process that is critical for businesses in many industries, so it is important that you have a company that you can trust to provide this service. We are confident that we are the company you should turn to for your engine line boring needs. Keep reading to find out why.
Engine line boring is the process of restoring the alignment and dimensions of an engine’s main bearing bores. Precise alignment is crucial to the performance and efficiency of any engine, so it is a process that is required in wide-ranging industries. This can include:
Any engine is a complex piece of equipment with many moving parts. Unfortunately, this means that there are many issues that can arise within the engine. Engine problems can affect the performance of the unit, which can cause costly problems for your business in more ways than one. Even an engine that is well looked after can encounter issues, and there are many situations that require engine line boring.
There are many reasons you might need engine line boring; here are a few of the most common that we experience:
Engine line boring is an important process to maintain the integrity of the engine and repair any faults. Line boring corrects any alignment problems, which can lead to uneven wear and engine failure. It also prevents wear and tear to help the engine run smoothly.
In addition to this, line boring is a favourable maintenance technique compared to other options. This is because line boring is a process that can be carried out on-site without the need to transport the engine to a workshop. This can reduce downtime and save you money.
We are the company that you should call for your engine line boring needs. We can bring in-line boring equipment to your site, meaning that you do not have to dismantle your equipment and ship it to a workshop.
We have also developed specialised engine line boring techniques developed over many years. This means we can tackle even the most complicated task for accurate machining of your equipment on site. Our portable line boring machines can be used in both vertical and horizontal positions, which means we can tackle wide-ranging applications and get the job done.
Metalock Engineering is also available on call 24 hours a day, seven days a week! We have a team of highly skilled technicians located around the world, ready to travel on short notice. This means we can respond rapidly to your call and have a technician with you before you know it. Our technicians are familiar with on-site working environments in wide-ranging industries, so we know how to get the job done no matter where you are located and can keep disruption to a minimum.
In addition to engine line boring, we can also provide you with a range of specialist engineering services. This includes our Metalock cold casting repairs, thermal spraying, advanced welding, laser tracker alignment, and 3D scanning.
The marine industry is one of the most common sectors in which we carry out engine line boring. We regularly perform line boring on main and auxiliary engines and gearboxes, stern tubes, ‘A’ brackets, and rudder bores. We have done this on vessels all over the world for ship owners, shipbuilders, and ship repair yards.
A notable example of our engine line boring service was on a Wärtsilä 18V38B engine. We restored the main bearing pockets and returned proper alignment with the work carried out on-site to prevent downtime and the need for expensive and time-consuming dismantling and transport of the engine. We have also completed numerous offshore line boring projects to align engine components and return engines to peak condition, showing our versatility to get the job done even in challenging work environments.
At Metalock Engineering, we have decades of experience in engine line boring. Engine line boring is a critical process to maintain the smooth operation of any engine and is key to business continuity. Issues with the engine can bring operations to a grinding halt and cost a lot of money in terms of repairs/replacements and downtime. By using our advanced engine line boring services, you know you are in capable hands.
We have developed a strong reputation over the years as an expert when it comes to engine line boring and maintenance programs. With a team strategically placed around the world, ready to travel at short notice, and available 24/7, talk to us for your engine line boring requirements.
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