On Site Crankshaft Repair of HIMSEN HYUNDAI 6H 17/28 | Turkey

RA Power Solutions successfully repaired the Crankshaft of Himsen Hyundai 6H17/28 engine at MIP Mersin, Turkey. The engine, owned by an Italian company, experienced a major breakdown due to a failure in one of its auxiliary engines.

RA Power Solutions promptly deployed two skilled technicians equipped with onsite crankshaft grinding tools. The repair was efficiently conducted while the vessel remained anchored at MIP Mersin, ensuring minimal downtime and reliable restoration of the engine.

Following are the major Engine and Crankpin details:

S. No.Engine and Crankpin Details
1.Engine MakeHIMSEN HYUNDAI
2.Engine Model6H 17/28
3.Crankpin Diameter Standard175.00MM
4.Crankpin Bearing Width60.00 MM
5.Place of Execution of Grinding of CrankpinMIP Mersin, Turkey
6.Name of Shipping CompanyReputed Company from Italy

Key Observations of the Crankshaft:

Visual Inspection Findings:
(i) The breakdown was caused by the failure of the lubricating oil pump, resulting in damage to all connecting rod bearings.
(ii) Bearing material was embedded on all six crankpins and was meticulously removed.
(iii) Dimensional inspection conducted after polishing revealed taper and ovality measurements ranging from 0.22 mm to 0.86 mm.

MPI Test Before Crankshaft Grinidng and Repair

MPI Test Before Crankshaft Grinidng and Repair

Image Showing Before Grinding and Polishing

Image Showing Before Grinding and Polishing

The Dimensional Inspection Report of Six (6) Number Crankpins of HIMSEN HYUNDAI 6H 17/28:

SIZE OF CR PINS BEFORE REPAIR
AAaCCcBBbMinSTDOvality
CR-1 174.74174.85174.62174.73174.66174.88174.62175.000.38MM
CR-2  174.83174.92174.80174.78174.83174.93174.78175.000.22MM
CR-3  174.70174.90174.55174.69174.48174.54174.48175.000.52MM
CR-4  174.78174.88174.79174.72174.79174.92174.72175.000.28MM
CR-5  174.78174.88174.76174.92174.72174.78174.72175.000.28MM
CR-6  174.22174.80174.14174.78174.37174.85174.14175.000.86MM

(iv) Hardness testing indicated acceptable levels overall, with minor exceptions in a few areas, which were assessed as non-critical.
(vi) Magnetic Particle Inspection (MPI) revealed minor hairline cracks, while all other parameters remained within acceptable limits.

CR Pin Before Grinding of HIMSEN HYUNDAI 6H 17/28

CR Pin Before Grinding of HIMSEN HYUNDAI 6H 17/28

Actions Taken by RA Power Solutions Technicians:

1. The grinding of all six (6) crankpins was undertaken by our insitu crankshaft grinding machine.
2.  Three (3) number of crankpins diameter was reduced by 1.00 MM and the final size was maintained as 174.00 MM.
3. Three (3) number of crankpins diameter was reduced by 1.50 MM and the final size was maintained at 173.50 MM.

Final Report After Grinding is Pasted Below:

SIZE OF CR PINS AFTER REPAIR
AAaCCcBBbMinU/SOvality
CR-1173.48173.49173.49173.48173.50173.50173.48173.500.02MM
CR-2173.98173.99174.00173.99173.98173.99173.98174.000.02MM
CR-3173.49173.50173.50173.48173.49173.50173.48173.500.02MM
CR-4173.98173.99173.98174.00173.98174.00173.98174.000.02MM
CR-5173.99173.99173.98174.00173.98173.99173.98174.000.02MM
CR-6173.48173.49173.49173.50173.50173.48173.48173.500.02MM


We ensure all six crankpins are maintained with a stringent tolerance of 0.02 mm, delivering exceptional accuracy and optimal performance in every project.

Global Expertise in Crankshaft Repair
RA Power Solutions is a global leader in onsite crankshaft repair and grinding services. With extensive experience, we have successfully completed projects across the globe, including Dubai, Fujairah, Qatar, Saudi Arabia, Oman, Iraq, Togo, Malta, Freetown, Egypt, Malaysia, Iran, Indonesia, Vietnam, Jordan, and many other locations.

CR Pin Grinding of HIMSEN HYUNDAI
CR Pin After Grinding of HIMSEN HYUNDAI

Our highly skilled technicians are available 24/7 and can be deployed at short notice. Many of our team members hold valid US visas, allowing us to serve clients in South America, the Caribbean, and other regions efficiently.

Get in Touch for Professional Crankshaft Services:
Email:
rajshahani@rapowersolutions.com | info@rapowersolutions.com
Phone: +91 9582647131 | +91 9810012383.

RA Power Solutions successfully repaired the Crankshaft of Himsen Hyundai 6H17/28 engine at MIP Mersin, Turkey. The engine, owned by an Italian company, experienced a major breakdown due to a failure in one of its auxiliary engines. RA Power Solutions promptly deployed two skilled technicians equipped with onsite crankshaft grinding tools. The repair was efficiently … Continue reading “On Site Crankshaft Repair of HIMSEN HYUNDAI 6H 17/28 | Turkey”

In Situ Crankshaft Machining | Insitu Crankpin Grinding | Onsite Machining of Crankshaft

It is generally observed that whenever there is a failure of bearing, it causes serious damage to the crankshaft. The crankpin and main journal develop excessive ovality, deep bearing line marks are observed and in some cases, the impact of failure is so high that it leads to depression/cuts on the crankpin. In this situation, crankshaft needs grinding and polishing.

Crankpin After Serious Accident
Crankpin After Serious Accident
Damaged Crankpin on Board a Vessel
Damaged Crankpin on Board a Vessel

In Situ Crankpin Machining | Onsite Crankshaft Grinding & Polishing Offered by RA Power Solutions:

In case of failure of the crankshaft, RA Power Solutions undertakes in situ crankshaft grinding and polishing. We have a team of experienced technicians and our response time to an emergency breakdown situation is minimum. All our technicians hold valid Indian CDC and can fly to any destination worldwide in the minimum possible time. Technicians can also sail on the vessel and can undertake the repairs.

The crankshaft is repaired with minimum downtime, as there is no requirement of removal of crankshaft from the engine block. We have in situ crankshaft grinding machine available in the range of 35 mm to 700 mm to cater to the emergency breakdown.

Inspection of Crankpin on Board a Vessel
Inspection of Crankpin on Board a Vessel
Onsite Inspection of Crankpin Before Polishing & Grinding
Onsite Inspection of Crankpin Before Polishing & Grinding

In Situ Crankshaft Grinding & Polishing | Four-Decade of Experience

It is important that after damage and failure of crankshaft, it is thoroughly inspected by an experienced technician, and all the major parameters are recorded. The planning for the repair is done, and the crankshaft is repaired successfully. We possess the latest and calibrated instrumentation to conduct the pre and final inspection of the crankshaft. The crankshaft grinding equipment used for in situ grinding and polishing is of the latest design with minimum vibration. This facilitates us to maintain generally the tolerance after grinding within 10 to 20 microns and a surface finish of less than 0.2 micrometers in terms of RA value. These tolerances are far better than the tolerances specified by the manufacturer.

In Situ Crankshaft Grinding & Polishing by Crankshaft Grinding Machine
In Situ Crankshaft Grinding & Polishing by Crankshaft Grinding Machine

In Situ Repair of Crankshaft | Reduce Maintenance Cost

The industries and the shipping companies are well aware of exorbitant rates charged by the few selected companies based in Europe for in situ repair of crankshaft. RA Power Solutions have changed this trend worldwide. Our charges are the most reasonable and lowest in the world with international standards. Our in situ crankshaft repair is cost-effective with minimum downtime and avoids costly replacement.

Crankshaft Grinding by Experienced Technician
Crankshaft Grinding by Experienced Technician
Crankshaft Grinding Service on Moving Vessel
Crankshaft Grinding Service on Moving Vessel

Benefits of In Situ Crankshaft Repair by RA Power Solutions

  • We have in house team of trained and experienced technicians who can be deputed at your site with in situ crankshaft grinding and polishing machine in minimum time.
  • We extend 24*7 services worldwide with a guarantee.
  • More than forty years of experience in crankshaft repair has proven us to be leaders in this field.
  • Excellent analytical ability because of experience and the use of modern instruments can save your crankshaft from rejection.

We recommend inspection by our technician prior to planning any repair procedure. Most reliable company working for leading industries and shipping companies. References can be provided on request.

For any information on onsite machining, insitu crankpin grinding, on site machining services and onsite machining of crankshaft please email us at rajshahani@rapowersolutions.com or info@rapowersolutions.com, or call us at +91 9582647131 or +91 9810012383.

Portable Insitu Crankshaft Grinding Machine
Portable Insitu Crankshaft Grinding Machine
Crankpin After Grinding by RA Power Solutions
Crankpin After Grinding by RA Power Solutions

It is generally observed that whenever there is a failure of bearing, it causes serious damage to the crankshaft. The crankpin and main journal develop excessive ovality, deep bearing line marks are observed and in some cases, the impact of failure is so high that it leads to depression/cuts on the crankpin. In this situation, … Continue reading “In Situ Crankshaft Machining | Insitu Crankpin Grinding | Onsite Machining of Crankshaft”

In-Situ Crankshaft Grinding Machine | Onsite Crankshaft Machining | Onsite Crankshaft Grinding & Polishing Machine – RA Power Solutions

Crankshaft is a mechanical and important part of the engine that facilitates the performance of a conversion between reciprocating motion and rotational motion. The tolerances of the crankpin and main journal of the crankshaft are generally very close in order to have a longer life and continuous satisfactory performance of the Crankshaft without any damage. It is important that crankshaft tolerances are always maintained strictly as per original tolerances.

RA Power Solutions designs and manufactures insitu crankshaft grinding and polishing machine. The insitu crankshaft machine is of advanced technology which is designed to maintain the crank pin and main journal tolerances in terms of taper, ovality, and surface finish strictly as per the manufacturer’s specifications. There is no need of disassembly /removal of the crankshaft from the entablature. The onsite crankshaft grinding and polishing machine manufactured by RA Power Solutions is available in the range of 35 mm to 700 mm in terms of diameter.

Onsite Crankshaft Grinding Machine Ready for Dispatch
Onsite Crankshaft Grinding Machine Ready for Dispatch
Accessories of Grinding Machine Packed in Steel Box
Accessories of Grinding Machine Packed in Steel Box

The onsite crankshaft grinding machine is light in weight and can be easily taken to far from places all over the world. The onsite crankshaft grinding and polishing machine has the following features:

  • Technologically advanced crankshaft machining equipment in comparison to the conventional and old cage-type design, which is outdated.
  • Onsite crankshaft grinding and polishing machine does not require any reference of radius fillet for machining of the crankpin/main journal of the crankshaft.
Packing of Crankshaft Grinding Machine is in Process
Packing of Crankshaft Grinding Machine is in Process
  • Onsite crankshaft grinding and polishing machine frame is made out of titanium steel, which is robust and vibrationless.
  • With our latest onsite crankshaft grinder, machining of crankshaft up to 700 mm diameter can even be done while sailing the vessel, maintaining the close tolerance.
  • Onsite crankshaft grinding machine capable of maintaining close tolerance within 0.02 mm and with high surface finish far better than the international standards.
  • The insitu crankshaft grinding machine manufactured by RA Power Solutions can also be used for cylindrical shaft grinding and polishing and for the repair of the alternator, rotor shaft, pump shaft, intermediate shaft, mid-shaft, and turbine shaft.
  • Insitu crankshaft grinding and polishing equipment is easy to operate and maintain. It does not require any complicated day-to-day maintenance.
  • We are giving free training to the client’s technicians for the operation of this latest onsite crankshaft grinding equipment.
Accessories Used in Crankshaft Grinding Machine
Accessories Used in Crankshaft Grinding Machine

The cost of insitu crankshaft machining equipment is low and affordable. Highly recommended for large diesel power plants, shipping companies, and engine repair workshops. Insitu crankshaft grinding equipment is supplied in sturdy steel boxes that can be easily stored and taken from one site to another.

Training on Operation of Crankshaft Grinding Machine
Training on Operation of Crankshaft Grinding Machine

We have sold more than 70 crankshaft grinding machines all over the world including South America, UK, Italy, Nigeria, Singapore, the Philippines, Iran, Dubai, and various countries.

The author of this blog is Mr. Raj Shahani (Managing Director of Company). He has four decades of experience in the field of high-capacity engine repair and grinding of shaft. He has developed an onsite crankshaft grinding machine to make the grinding process easy and less time-consuming. With the development of grinding equipment, now companies can undertake grinding and repair of any rotary shaft themselves saving a huge amount of money and time.

For information regarding onsite crankshaft grinding & polishing machine, on site machining services, onsite crankshaft machining, contact us at rajshahani@rapowersolutions.com or info@rapowersolutions.com, or call us at +91 9582647131 or  +91 9810012383.

Onsite Grinding of Crankpin by Crankshaft Grinding Machine
Onsite Grinding of Crankpin by Crankshaft Grinding Machine

Crankshaft is a mechanical and important part of the engine that facilitates the performance of a conversion between reciprocating motion and rotational motion. The tolerances of the crankpin and main journal of the crankshaft are generally very close in order to have a longer life and continuous satisfactory performance of the Crankshaft without any damage. … Continue reading “In-Situ Crankshaft Grinding Machine | Onsite Crankshaft Machining | Onsite Crankshaft Grinding & Polishing Machine – RA Power Solutions”

In Situ Crankshaft Grinding Machine | Onsite Crankshaft Grinding & Polishing Machine | Crankshaft Grinder – RA Power Solutions

RA Power Solutions manufactures in situ crankshaft grinding and polishing machine. It is a revolutionary, lightweight, easy-to-operate, and compact crankshaft grinding and crankshaft polishing machine which can undertake the repair of crankpins up to the diameter of 700 mm without removing the crankshaft from the engine block.

The in situ crankshaft grinding and crankshaft repair machine is a unique invention and is of great assistance to the shipping companies as they can not remove the crankshaft from the vessel and send it to the workshop for repair. Again, the crankshaft grinding machines installed in the workshop are not an ideal solution due to its high cost and lack of know-how to operate. RA Power Solutions manufactures and exports onsite crankshaft grinding and repair machines having a range of 35 mm to 700 mm in terms of the diameter of crankpin and main journal of the crankshaft.

Crankshaft Grinding Machine of Bigger Diameter
Crankshaft Grinding Machine of Bigger Diameter

Crankshaft Grinding Machine has the following features:

  1. Onsite crankshaft grinding and polishing machine is compact, lightweight, and can be inserted from the inspection window of the engine block.
  2. It is simple in design, easy to operate, and maintain
  3. Crankshaft grinding and polishing machine body is manufactured out of titanium steel having the property of absorbing the vibrations. With the vibration or almost zero vibration machine can also be used for crankshaft grinding and crankshaft repair while sailing of the vessel.
    • All parameters and tolerances as recommended by the engine manufacturer can be strictly maintained.
  4. With the use of onsite crankshaft grinding and polishing machine, repair can be done in one setting. Thus saving the time.
  5. This crankshaft grinding and polishing machine is manufactured with a pneumatic or electrical drive depending on the client’s requirement.
  6. On Job training for the operation and maintenance of the crankshaft grinding machine is extended through our experienced technicians.
  7. Crankshaft repair machine is supplied in a toolbox and can be transported all over the world.
Onsite Crankshaft Grinding & Repair Machine
Onsite Crankshaft Grinding & Repair Machine

We have sold more than 70 crankshaft grinding machines all over the world that includes shipping companies, leading repair workshops and power plants, etc.

Crankshaft Grinding & Repair Machine
Crankshaft Grinding & Repair Machine

The author of the blog is Mr. Raj Shahani, Managing Director of the company. He is having 40 years of experience in solving the major issues related to repair and overhauling of engines, grinding and repair of the crankshaft, and many more related to the high capacity engine.

For more information regarding onsite machining of crankshaft, in situ crankshaft grinding repair, crankshaft grinding machines, onsite crankshaft grinding, and crankshaft polishing equipment, please email us at rajshahani@rapowersolutions.com or info@rapowersolutions.com, or call us at +91 9582647131 or +91 9810012383.

Repair of Crankpin by Crankshaft Grinding Machine
Repair of Crankpin by Crankshaft Grinding Machine
Onsite Grinding Machine for Small Diameter
Onsite Grinding Machine for Small Diameter

RA Power Solutions manufactures in situ crankshaft grinding and polishing machine. It is a revolutionary, lightweight, easy-to-operate, and compact crankshaft grinding and crankshaft polishing machine which can undertake the repair of crankpins up to the diameter of 700 mm without removing the crankshaft from the engine block. The in situ crankshaft grinding and crankshaft repair … Continue reading “In Situ Crankshaft Grinding Machine | Onsite Crankshaft Grinding & Polishing Machine | Crankshaft Grinder – RA Power Solutions”