Power Plant Turbine Repair

Inverted upper turbine casing split joint face machining

Metalock Engineering support the biggest turbine generator OEMs and operators during planned outages and emergency breakdown situations all around the world, offering a combination of skills from our range of the following specialist on site engineering services assisting our customers during their shutdown projects.

• On Site Machining
• Metrology
• Cast Iron component repairs.
• Thermal Spraying
• Welding
• Orbital Machining
• Orbital Welding
• Laser Cladding

Helping you to keep your turbine in top shape.

Advantages of a Well-Maintained Turbine

• Peak efficiency: A turbine kept in prime condition maintains optimal energy output and lower fuel use, significantly boosting efficiency as a result. As resources are utilised more effectively, a well-maintained turbine delivers additional gains like substantial cost savings and environmental benefits.
• Extended operational lifespan: Regular maintenance extends the life of turbines by preventing major breakdowns. Routine inspections help to plan future maintenance activities running up to planned shutdowns. This preserves not just the turbine’s function, but also its longevity.
• Enhanced safety: Consistent upkeep is key for safety and maintaining the turbine’s integrity, where it identifies risks such as structural damages and mechanical failures early. By taking a proactive approach, it creates a safer workplace for power plant employees.
• Greater reliability: A regularly maintained turbine is one that operates smoothly. This reduces the possibility of unexpected breakdowns. Reliability is vital for consistent power generation.
• Lower operating costs: A turbine that’s kept in good working condition can help reduce operating costs. Efficient turbines consume less fuel to produce the same amount of energy, while preventative maintenance reduces the need for expensive repairs or replacements.

Common Causes for Power Plant Turbine Damage or Degradation

• Wear and tear from continuous use
• Corrosion and erosion
• Thermal stress and fatigue
• Mechanical failures and mishandling
• Alignment issues
• Foreign object damage

All of the factors above can lead to expensive machine downtime and lost productivity.

Turbine cylinder boring

Advantages of Using Metalock Engineering

Seeking unparalleled expertise and innovative solutions? Metalock Engineering is available during planned or emergency overhaul situations. With over 85 years of experience behind us, we provide a range of specialist engineering services that support OEMs and Operators during timely repairs, retrofits, and upgrades. This helps minimal downtime, particularly when combined with our 24/7 global responsiveness and range of in-situ services.

Metalock is a reliable partner in maintaining – and even enhancing – the performance and longevity of your power plant equipment.