Our Ship Engine Repair Service
As a global name in marine and offshore engineering and mechanical repairs, Metalock Engineering support diesel engine OEMs and operators within the marine propulsion and industrial energy industry. We offer a range of unique in situ mechanical repair techniques that we use in the repair of medium and large diesel engines anywhere in the world.
We have been involved on many complex, technically demanding projects that have arisen during routine maintenance and emergency breakdowns situations.
Our services include crankpin machining, which can get the crankpin back to its original specifications. Metalock cold repairs (metal stitching) for cracked or broken cast components
Additionally, Metalock brings these repair techniques directly to your location, which should result in minimal downtime and maximum reliability for your marine operations.
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Advantages of Ship Engine Repair
- Extended vessel lifespan: To extend the operational life of a ship, regular engine repair is essential. By addressing issues before they become severe, the engine maintains its efficiency and functionality. Alongside reducing the likelihood of costly breakdowns, it keeps the ship seaworthy for a longer period.
- Increased safety: The vessel’s safety levels are enhanced through regular engine repair and maintenance. A well-maintained engine reduces the risk of accidents caused by engine failure – something which can be catastrophic at sea. This keeps everything, from the crew to the cargo, safe.
- Long run cost savings: Taking care of engine issues promptly through repairs can prevent more significant – and costly – problems in the future. While regular maintenance brings initial bills to proceedings, identifying and fixing small problems helps avoid the expense of major overhauls or even an entire engine replacement.
- Compliance with regulations: Complying with maritime regulations and environmental standards is imperative when operating a ship, and keeping the engine in good repair is key to that. Regulatory bodies often require ships to maintain engines to specific standards to reduce pollution. Compliance helps avoid both fines and interrupted operations.
