Medium / Large Engine Crankshaft Recovery Services

When engine crankshafts sustain damage, it can lead to costly replacements and extended downtimes. Metalock Engineering specialises in crankshaft recovery services, offering a cost-effective alternative through precision heat treatment and orbital machining techniques. We are committed to delivering reliable and effective solutions across various industries, ensuring your engines are back in operation swiftly and efficiently.

Crankshaft Heat Treatment and Re-Machining Service

Metalock Engineering specialises in crankshaft recovery services. We use carefully applied heat treatment on crankshaft bearing journals alongside a controlled cooling process to reduce the hardness values caused by the bearing failure. This allows the journal to be re-machined with our orbital machining techniques. This damaged crankshaft recovery work prevents the need to purchase an expensive replacement crankshaft and is a very cost effective repair.

Regardless of your industry, trust Metalock Engineering to help you when engines are damaged.

Our Crankshaft Heat Treatment Experience

At Metalock Engineering, we bring decades of expertise to our crankshaft recovery services. With each passing year, our seasoned team – armed with in-depth technical knowledge and state-of-the-art technology – continues to refine and perfect this process. This is due to our commitment to ensuring each crankshaft we work on meets the Class Quality requirements.

Common Causes for Crankshaft Damage or Degradation

Improper lubrication: Inadequate lubrication leads to increased friction and heat. This causes wear on the crankshaft’s surfaces. A lack of lubrication can be due to low oil levels, using incorrect oil types, or contaminated oil. Over time, this issue can result in scoring, increased wear, and, ultimately, crankshaft failure.
Overloading and excessive stress: When you subject an engine to loads beyond its designed capacity, this puts excessive stress on the crankshaft. Over-speeding and persistent high-power operation – these are common causes of overloading. Such stress can cause the crankshaft to bend, twist, or even crack over time.
Vibration and misalignment: Whether it’s due to crankshaft misalignment or imbalances in the engine, excessive vibration can lead to fatigue and stress fractures.
Corrosion and environmental factors: Factors like rust, saltwater exposure (in marine engines), and chemical corrosion can damage the crankshaft – and make it more susceptible to damage during normal operation.

Crankshaft Engine Recovery

Advantages of Using Metalock Engineering

Metalock Engineering, in possession of over 87 years of excellence, has cemented its status as a global leader in crankshaft recovery. With a combination of cutting-edge technology and unparalleled service, we strive for precision, durability, and cost-effectiveness.

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Send us the details of your crankshaft damage, and our team of experts will discuss tailored solutions to get your engines back in operation swiftly and efficiently. Contact us today to learn more about how we can help keep your operations running smoothly.

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