Compressor Crankshaft Grinding and Polishing Onsite

RA Power Solutions was approached by a leading Fertilizer producing company based in north India regarding the requirement of onsite grinding and polishing of compressor crankshaft.

The company has five high-capacity CO2 compressors which have been imported from a leading company based in Europe.

Our team consisting of three technicians along with onsite crankshaft grinding equipment was deputed to the site and following was observed:

Details of CO2 Compressor Crankshaft:

S. NOCrankshaft Details 
1Engine Make/ Model CO2 COMPRESSOR
2Crankpin Diameter Standard 317.30 MM
3Crankpin Bearing Width 210.00 MM
4 Main Journal diameter 330 mm & 317.30 mm
5Main Journal Width 370 mm & 225 mm
6 Place of execution of crankshaft repairFertilizers & Chemicals Plant in India
  • On dimensional inspection of crankpin it was observed that crankpin nos. 02 developed excessive ovality. It also had deep line marks due to the failure of bearings which are of babbitt white metal type.
  • All the remaining crankpins were inspected and rough surfaces including bearing line marks were observed.
  • The main journal having a standard diameter of 330 mm also had a rough surface and required polishing.
Damage crankpin of CO2 Compressor
Damage crankpin of CO2 Compressor
Damage of crankpin no. 6 of Compressor
Damage of crankpin no. 6 of Compressor
Onsite repair of damaged crankshaft of CO2 Compressor
Onsite repair of damaged crankshaft of CO2 Compressor
Picture showing before polishing of Main Journal
Picture showing before polishing of Main Journal

Action taken by RA Power Solutions

Considering the fact that the main journal having a diameter of 330 mm having a rough surface and bearing line marks it was decided to remove the crankshaft from the compressor.

RA Power Solutions technicians submitted a drawing of V-Block which were manufactured in the factory for placement of crankshaft.

The grinding of crankpin no. 02 was undertaken and the final dimensions were maintained between 315.58 mm to 315.60 mm. The ovality of only 0.02 mm was observed.

All the remaining 05 crankpins were polished, removing the line marks and improving the surface finish. The surface finish after polishing was observed at less than 15 RA value.

All the main journals were also polished onsite removing the ovality to some extent and improving the surface finish again to less than 15 RA value.

Crack detection test of compressor crankshaft before grinding
Crack detection test of compressor crankshaft before grinding
CO2 Compressor Crankshaft Inspection and Repair on site
CO2 Compressor Crankshaft Inspection and Repair on site

Advantage of getting the crankshaft grinding/ Polishing done by RA Power Solutions

  • RA Power Solutions is the only company in India having experience of forty-three years in crankshaft repair.
  • We have ready availability of equipment up to 700 mm diameter. The equipment is portable and lightweight and can be taken to any site all over the world as accompanied baggage. The modification in the onsite crankshaft grinding and polishing equipment is possible as per the site requirement.
  • In this case since the main journal diameter was to be polished the V-Block was designed and fabricated onsite.
  • RA Power Solutions as a protocol undertakes all the checks prior to grinding and polishing like cracks by MPI, Hardness test, deflection, etc.
  • We also manufacture babbitt white metal bearings and do rebabbitting of old bearing up to 1500 mm diameter.
After Grinding and polishing taken deflection of CO2 Compressor Crankshaft
After Grinding and polishing taken deflection of CO2 Compressor Crankshaft
Main Journal of CO2 compressor after polishing
Main Journal of CO2 compressor after polishing

For more information on crankshaft grinding services, insitu crankshaft grinding and polishing, onsite crankshaft repair, or crankshaft polishing services email us at rajshahani@rapowersolutions.com, info@rapowersolutions.com Call at +91 9582647131,+91 9810012383.

Crankshaft Grinding | Crankshaft Repair Services

RA Power Solutions undertakes onsite crankshaft grinding and crankshaft repair for the diameter ranging from 30 mm to 700 mm.

The small diameter crankshaft is repaired on site without removing the crankshaft from the block. These services are of great use for the engines which are installed in construction-related equipment, compressors, and diesel-driven equipment operating in remote areas.

Our crankshaft repair services of crankshaft grinding and crankshaft repair are proven as we have been extending these services all over the world for the last forty years.

The main feature of onsite crankshaft grinding, onsite crankshaft repair, crankshaft polishing are as following:

  • RA Power design and manufactures on site crankshaft grinding equipment as per the site requirement and space constraints Hence there is no compromise with the quality after the repair of the crankshaft.
  • All the parameters of the crankshaft grinding are maintained strictly as per the manufacturer’s recommendations and tolerances. An inspection report in detail is submitted to the client.
  • In RA Power Solutions, we give great importance to the calibration of the crankshaft and inspection in detail by experienced technicians which helps us to plan the right strategy and selection of the right equipment for onsite grinding and onsite repair of crankshaft.
  • We possess the latest breed of inspection instruments including the instruments for the NDT test which helps us to find out the exact fault in the crankshaft resulting in successful repairs.
  • Replacement of crankshaft in case of breakdown by new crankshaft or reconditioned crankshaft is our expertise. The crankshaft of an auxiliary engine can also be replaced while sailing the vessel.
Inspection of Crankpin is in Process
Inspection of Crankpin is in Process
Grinding of Crankpin by Crankshaft Grinding Machine is in Process
Grinding of Crankpin by Crankshaft Grinding Machine is in Process

Our services for crankshaft grinding and repair are available 24*7. Technicians can fly down with portable lightweight crankshaft grinding machine in short notice to all over the world as they carry Indian CDC.

We have been regularly working for various models of engines like Wartsila, Daihatsu, MWM, Caterpillar, MaN, MaK, B&W, Sulzer, Bergen, Detroit Diesel, Stork Werkspoor, Pielstick, Deutz, Yanmar, MTU, Cummins, Nohab Polar, Caterpillar, Mitsubishi, Yanmar, MaK 551, MaK 552, MaK 453, MaK 451 AK, MaK 452 AK, Deutz 540, Deutz 358, Deutz 350, Pielstick PC 2.2 PC 2.5, Wartsila 524, Wartsila 824 TS, Sulzer 6 AL 25/30 and many more.

For more details regarding crankshaft grinding please email us at rajshahani@rapowersolutions.com, or info@rapowersolutions.com, or call us at +91 9582647131 or +91 9810012383.

Crankpin Before Grinding
Crankpin Before Grinding
Crankshaft Grinding Service on Moving Vessel
Crankshaft Grinding Service on Moving Vessel

Crankshaft Repair Services And Tools

Crankshaft repair is required in case of the following abnormalities observed in the crankshaft

  • Development of taper and ovality in crankpin and main journal of the crankshaft in access of tolerances stipulated by the manufacturer.
  • Development of bearing line marks, pitting, and rough surface.
  • Damage of radius profile due to accident or seizure of bearing of crankpin or main journal.
  • Development of crack and variation in hardness of the crankpin and main journal of the crankshaft.
  • Loss of alignment of the crankshaft.

Crankshaft repair is undertaken by RA power solutions of the crankpin and main journal of the crankshaft diameter ranging from 35mm to 700mm. Crankshaft repair is undertaken by experienced technicians who have been specifically trained in our workshop on a dummy crankshaft, the company has experience of more than four decades in crankshaft repair services.

Crankshaft repair
Crankshaft repair
Crankshaft repair machining
Crankshaft repair machining

The on-site grinding equipment designed and manufactured by RA power solutions can maintain a close tolerance after crankshaft grinding within 0.02mm and the surface finish which is far superior to international standards. The crankshaft grinding machine has a main frame manufactured out of titanium steel which makes it lighter and vibration-free during operation. The grinding of the crankshaft is possible even while sailing of the vessel and there is no requirement of holding the vessel at anchor or a port for crankshaft repair.

On-site crankshaft repair

RA Power Solutions is a leading provider of specialized crankshaft repair services and innovative crankshaft repair tools. With a team of highly skilled technicians and engineers, we offer comprehensive solutions for repairing damaged or worn-out crankshafts in various industries. From onsite inspections to comprehensive repairs, we are equipped to handle all aspects of crankshaft maintenance. Our advanced crankshaft repair tools, designed with precision and durability in mind, streamline the process, guaranteeing swift yet reliable service.

All the crankshafts repaired by RA power solutions are guaranteed for a satisfactory performance we have successfully executed more than 10,000 crankshaft repair jobs. The services of crankshaft grinding and crankshaft repair are offered at low cost and our technicians carry CDC of Indian origin, Panama, and Pallav.

Contact numbers for rajshahani@rapowersolutions.com, info@rapowersolutions.com, and +91 9582647131 and +91 9810012383 are available for more information on crankshaft repair services.

On-Site Crankshaft Grinding Machine | Crankshaft Polishing Machine

Crankshaft grinding machines are designed to maintain the accurate tolerances as per the engine manufacturer’s recommendation.

Generally, it is observed that even for the higher diameter of crankpin and main journal of the crankshaft the tolerances do not exceed more than 0.05mm in order to achieve such close tolerances of crankpin and main journal of crankshaft RA power designs and manufactures on-site crankshaft grinding machine which has the capability to maintain the close tolerance of even 0.01mm/0.02mm which is far better than the close tolerance specified by the engine manufacturers.

The on-site crankshaft grinding machine and crankshaft polishing machine manufactured by RA power solutions has the following features:

  • Crankshaft grinding machine is designed in a way that it can be inserted from the inspection window of the engine block thus there is no need of removal of the crankshaft from the engine block.
  • In case of space restrictions, RA power has the capability to design the equipment according to the space available on site for grinding or polishing of crankshaft/turbine/alternator shaft/rotor shaft etc…
  • The on-site crankshaft grinding machine is lightweight portable and can be easily carried to the site all over the world. The crankshaft grinding machine is packed in the suitcase and is carried as accompanied baggage accepted by all international airlines.
  • The main body of crankshaft grinding equipment is manufactured out of titanium alloy which is lightweight and can absorb the vibrations this feature of crankshaft grinding machine facilitates RA power technicians to undertake crankshaft repair on board the vessel while it is sailing, maintaining the close tolerances within 20 microns.
  • Crankshaft grinding machine designed and manufactured by RA power can presently work up to 700mm diameter which we are in process of extending up to 1000mm.
Crankshaft grinding machine for repair and grinding
Crankshaft grinding machine for repair and grinding
Crankpin grinding on board the vessel
Crankpin grinding on board the vessel

Conclusion

RA Power has sold more than 70 crankshafts grinding machines all over the world which are performing satisfactorily the cost of the machine is low and is affordable for repair workshop, shipping company, power plants, etc…

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

Crankshaft Grinding and Crankshaft Repair by Experienced Technicians – RA Power Solutions

Crankshaft grinding and crankshaft repair are important for satisfactory performance of engine. RA Power Solutions Pvt. Ltd. has been undertaking crankshaft repair onsite by portable, light weight crankshaft grinding machine. The crankshaft repair is executed of crankshaft diameter ranging from 60 mm to 700 mm.

We have team of trained and dedicated technicians who are deputed to the site with crankshaft grinding machine along with necessary instruments. The crankshaft repair is undertaken without removing the crankshaft from the entablature.

Crankshaft Grinding of Wartsila Diesel Engine
Crankshaft Grinding of Wartsila Diesel Engine

The crankshaft grinding machine used to undertake crankshaft repair is of latest design having minimum vibrations. This facilitates our technicians to undertake crankshaft repair even while the vessel is sailing. The tolerance after crankshaft grinding and crankshaft repair is maintained within 10 to 20 microns in terms of taper and ovality.

The repair of crankshaft and overhauling of engine while sailing of the vessel between two ports results to the considerable saving to the ship owners as there is no need of holding the vessel at port or anchorage.

The crankshaft repair executed by us is guaranteed for the satisfactory performance. As on date we have executed more than 10,000 repair of crankshaft all over the world.

Crankshaft Grinding of MAN Diesel Engine
Crankshaft Grinding of MAN Diesel Engine

For more information on in situ crankshaft grinding machine and grinding of crankshaft please email us at rajshahani@rapowersolutions.com, or info@rapowersolutions.com, or call us at +91 9582647131 or +91 9810012383.

Crankshaft Grinding – RA Power Solutions

Crankshaft grinding is undertaken by RA Power Solutions having four decades of experience in repair of crankshaft. We have technicians who are trained in our workshop giving them the job training for Grinding of crankshaft and repair of Crankshaft.

Crankshaft Grinding on Board a Vessel
Crankshaft Grinding on Board a Vessel

We use latest design of crankshaft grinding equipment which is vibration free and is capable to maintain close tolerances in terms of taper and ovality. Crankshaft grinding and crankshaft polishing is done in one setting thus reducing the time of crankshaft repair considerably.

Crankshaft grinding and repair is also undertaken on board the vessel and while the vessel is sailing.

Crankshaft Grinding Machine- Vibration Free
Crankshaft Grinding Machine- Vibration Free
Crankshaft Repair
Crankshaft Repair

If you are in need of on site crankshaft grinding and repair, on-site crankshaft repair, and crankshaft polishing, please contact RA Power today. We will be happy to answer any of your questions. Dial +91 9582647131 or +91 9810012383 and email info@rapowersolutions.com, rajshahani@rapowersolutions.com for more detail.

Introduction to RA Power Solutions Pvt. Ltd., India

Company is providing on site repairs of major components of diesel engine, pumps, compressors and all type of rotary equipments mainly crankshaft, engine block, cylinder heads, liners. The repairs are undertaken by trained and experienced technicians equipped with latest breed of specially designed and developed portable machining equipments. Repairs are executed strictly as per the guidelines and tolerances stipulated by the manufacturers. Company is involved in supplying spare parts and supporting equipments used in diesel power plant. The parts and the supporting equipments are directly sourced from the OEMs and are competitively priced. White metal bearings are manufactured as per the drawing or sample. Rebabbitting of old bearing is undertaken by centrifugal process. The white metal used is sourced from the reputed companies and in house facilities for quality checks are in place.

For more details regarding onsite crankshaft grinding, in situ crankshaft grinding machine, rebabbitting of bearing, engine overhauling, and engine block repair, please email us at rajshahani@rapowersolutions.com, or info@rapowersolutions.com, or call us at +91 9582647131 or +91 9810012383.