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Crankshaft Grinding | Crankshaft Repair | Crankpin Grinding – RA Power Solutions

RA Power Solutions having experience of more than four decades has emerged as a leader in providing services for onsite crankshaft grinding, crankshaft repair, crankshaft polishing, and crankpin reconditioning in Asia, the Middle East, South America, Parts of Europe, and many countries all over the world. The technology and process used for crankshaft repair are of the latest design, which ensures that the quality after the crankshaft grinding and repair is maintained strictly as per the engine manufacturer’s specifications and tolerances.

**Repair of Crankpin by Portable Crankshaft Grinding Machine on Vessel**

The combination of the latest design of onsite crankshaft grinding machine possessed by RA Power Solutions and experienced technicians who have collectively repaired more than 10,000 crankshafts gives confidence to our clients for successful repairs of crankshaft once the job is entrusted to RA Power Solutions.

Following are the main abnormalities observed in the crankshaft which require crankshaft repair:

Bearing line marks and development of rough surface.
Damage of radius fillet, lubricating oil hole due to an accident.
Development of taper and ovality beyond the limits specified by the engine manufacturers.
Increase in hardness beyond the permissible limit due to overheating.
Cracks were observed on crank pins and the main journal.
Presence of watermarks and rough surface.

Crankshaft Grinding and Repair process followed by RA Power Solutions:

Dimensional inspection of the crankshaft in detail is undertaken by RA Power technicians
A hardness check of the damaged CR Pin or main journal of the Crankshaft is conducted.
Crack detection by MPI, dye penetrant, or ultrasonic crack detection is done.
Visual inspection

**Inspection of Crankpin Under Process**

**Inspection of Crankpin Before Grinding**

The inspection report in detail is studied by our senior technicians and the necessary planning for onsite repair is done. The onsite crankshaft grinding and polishing is undertaken by RA Power in the shortest possible time.

We also possess portable onsite crankshaft grinding machines which have minimum vibrations. This facilitates us to undertake crankshaft grinding and repair even while the vessel is sailing on the high seas.

**Grinding & Polishing of Crankshaft by RA Power Solutions**

After crankshaft grinding and repair, the final inspection reports are prepared by our technicians and submitted to clients for their records. RA Power also extends services for repair crankshaft, crankshaft refurbishment, engine overhaul and maintenance, metal stitching, rebabbitting of bearings, spares, etc.

**Crankpin After Grinding on Board a Vessel**

The author is Mr. Raj Shahani Managing Director of RA Power Solutions having experience of almost four decades of working on high-capacity diesel engines, crankshaft, turbines, and rotary equipment.

For more information regarding crankshaft polishing, grinding of crankshaft, onsite inspection of crankshaft, crankshaft grinding and repair, onsite crankshaft grinding and polishing services, and crankpin grinding, please email us at rajshahani@rapowersolutions.com or info@rapowersolutions.com, or call us at +91 9582647131 or +91 9810012383.

RA Power Solutions having experience of more than four decades has emerged as a leader in providing services for onsite crankshaft grinding, crankshaft repair, crankshaft polishing, and crankpin reconditioning in Asia, the Middle East, South America, Parts of Europe, and many countries all over the world. The technology and process used for crankshaft repair are … Continue reading “Crankshaft Grinding | Crankshaft Repair | Crankpin Grinding – RA Power Solutions”

Onsite Crankshaft Grinding Machine for Crankshaft Repair – RA Power Solutions

RA Power Solutions with 4 decades of experience have now introduced onsite crankshaft grinding machine which is portable and can undertake crankshaft machining, crankshaft grinding, and crankshaft repair onsite.

Grinding of Crankpin using Onsite Crankshaft Grinding Machine

Now there is no need to remove the crankshaft from engine block and sending it to the workshop. Crankshaft grinding machine has following features:

I) The crankshaft grinding machine is introduced by RA Power Solutions, having experience of 4 decades in crankshaft repair.

II) After extensive trials and experience, the machine is now introduced in the open market for the benefit of shipping companies, engine repair workshops, power plants, etc.

III) The onsite crankshaft grinding and polishing machine is of latest design, having minimum vibrations during operation. Onsite crankshaft grinding machine can be used while sailing the vessel.

IV) Tolerances achieved after crankshaft grinding and crankshaft polishing are far better than the manufacturer’s specifications. This is proven as repairs executed are class approved.

In case of emergency, this onsite crankshaft grinding and polishing can be operated round the clock. The onsite crankshaft grinding and polishing machine is easy to operate and job training is provided. This machine is supplied ready to use and complete in all respect. More than 70 machines supplied all over the world.

Crankshaft Grinding Machine Packed in Steel Box for Dispatch

For more information, on crankshaft repair and crankshaft grinding services, contact us by email at rajshahani@rapowersolutions.com or info@rapowersolutions.com, or call us at +91 9582647131 or +91 9810012383.

RA Power Solutions with 4 decades of experience have now introduced onsite crankshaft grinding machine which is portable and can undertake crankshaft machining, crankshaft grinding, and crankshaft repair onsite. Now there is no need to remove the crankshaft from engine block and sending it to the workshop. Crankshaft grinding machine has following features: I) The crankshaft … Continue reading “Onsite Crankshaft Grinding Machine for Crankshaft Repair – RA Power Solutions”

Crankshaft Repair at Low Cost – RA Power Solutions

Crankshaft repair is required in case of following observations:

I) Development of taper and ovality due to continuous running.

II) Seizure of bearing, increase in hardness, and development of crack.

III) Loss of alignment of crankshaft or change in web deflection of crankshaft and many more reasons.

**Damaged Crank Pin of MAN Diesel Engine**

RA Power Solutions Pvt. Ltd. undertakes crankshaft repair. We have team of experienced technicians who undertake crankshaft repair onsite. These days, there is no need of removing the crankshaft from the Engine block and send it to workshop for crankshaft repair.

**Crack Detection of Crankpin Before Grinding**

RA Power Solutions undertakes crankshaft repair, crankshaft grinding and crankshaft polishing onsite without removal of crankshaft from the engine block. The onsite repair of crankshaft not only reduces the downtime but saves considerable cost in terms of removal of crankshaft, packing, transportation etc.The sending of crankshaft to the workshop now is outdated.

**Crankshaft Repair on Board the Vessel**

RA Power Solutions have facility to undertake onsite crankshaft repair from 50 mm to 700 mm in diameter. Having more than 37 years of experience, we have highly skilled in house technicians to execute crankshaft repair. We are most respected and cost-effective company in Asian region. We also manufacture crankshaft repair machine/crankshaft grinding and polishing machine which is lightweight, and easy to operate.

**Crankshaft Grinding of Damaged Crankpin on Board the Vessel**

The range of machine is from 50 mm to 700 mm which is reasonably priced, and we have sold more than 63 machines all over the world. Author of this blog is Raj Shahani, Managing Director of RA Power Solutions Pvt. Ltd. having experience of more than 36 years.

**Crack Detection of Crankpin After Grinding**

Company deals in onsite crankshaft grinding, crankshaft repair, rebabbitting of bearings, metal stitching/metal locking of cast iron, connecting rod repair, etc.

Contact us at rajshahani@rapowersolutions.com or info@rapowersolutions.com, or call us at +91 9582647131 or +91 9810012383 for more information.

Crankshaft repair is required in case of following observations: I) Development of taper and ovality due to continuous running. II) Seizure of bearing, increase in hardness, and development of crack. III) Loss of alignment of crankshaft or change in web deflection of crankshaft and many more reasons. RA Power Solutions Pvt. Ltd. undertakes crankshaft repair. … Continue reading “Crankshaft Repair at Low Cost – RA Power Solutions”

Crankshaft Repair While Sailing – RA Power Solutions

Crankshaft repair by grinding and polishing is now possible while vessel is on move. RA Power Solutions Pvt. Ltd. is the first company to offer crankshaft repair services while vessel is sailing by onsite portable crankshaft grinding equipment which is taken on board the vessel. The crankshaft repair is undertaken by a vibration-free Crankshaft grinding machine without removing the crankshaft from the engine block thus saving time and cost.

RA Power Solutions Pvt. Ltd. undertakes onsite crankshaft grinding and polishing on board the vessel while sailing up to 700 mm diameter.

RA Power Solutions Pvt. Ltd. has recently undertaken grinding of all 6 CR pins of MAN B&W STX 6L23/30H while sailing of the vessel between ports of Malaysia and Indonesia. The crankpins were damaged due to a lack of lubrication oil and all the pins were undersized by 0.5 mm. The tolerances after grinding and polishing have been maintained as per the manufacturer’s requirements.

RA Power Solutions Pvt. Ltd. has designed vibration-free onsite crankshaft grinding and crankshaft polishing equipment by which it is possible to execute crankshaft repair while the ship is on move. This saves time and keeps the vessel moving. Crack repair of engine block, cylinder heads, casing, and all broken castings on board a vessel is possible while sailing. We are the first company to introduce these services.

For more information about our services for grinding of crankshaft, crankshaft grinding, crankshaft repair, and restoring crankshaft of compressor please email us at rajshahani@rapowersolutions.com or info@rapowersolutions.com, or call us at +91 9582647131 or +91 9810012383.

Onsite Crankshaft Grinding Machine from Engine Block

Crankpin Ready After Grinding and Polishing

Crankshaft Polishing in Process by Crankshaft Polishing Machine

Crankshaft repair by grinding and polishing is now possible while vessel is on move. RA Power Solutions Pvt. Ltd. is the first company to offer crankshaft repair services while vessel is sailing by onsite portable crankshaft grinding equipment which is taken on board the vessel. The crankshaft repair is undertaken by a vibration-free Crankshaft grinding … Continue reading “Crankshaft Repair While Sailing – RA Power Solutions”