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  • October 27, 2025
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Repair of cracks developed in commonly used industrial castings and metals is possible to repair by the cold method called lock and stitch. It is also known as metal stitching and metal locking. In case of cast iron equipment and parts damaged into pieces.

RA Power Solutions Pvt. Ltd. undertakes crack repair using the lock and stitch process, a cold method that generates no heat. The lock and stitch method for cast iron crack repair has proven far more successful than welding.

For critical cast iron components such as engine blocks, main journal housings, cylinder heads, and turbine casings, we highly recommend metal stitching for crack repair because it prevents misalignment and casting shrinkage. We have been undertaking crack repair of cast iron for 45 years, within budget and with experienced technicians.

Crack Repair by Lock and Stitch Method
Crack Repair by Lock and Stitch Method

Cast iron repair by metal stitching and metal locking process have following main advantages:

  • Repair of broken casting or crack developed in casting irrespective of its length is possible on site without dismantling the equipment.
  • Saves replacement of parts or equipments in totality and reduces downtime.
  • Cast iron repair by metal stitching and metal locking is the only process that restores strength in cast iron beyond the original casting.
Complete Piece Replaced by New Casting
Complete Piece Replaced by New Casting
Engine Block of MAN Diesel Engine Broken Ito Pieces
Engine Block of MAN Diesel Engine Broken Ito Pieces
  • Metal stitching and metal locking is the only method known to be successful in replacing of the large pieces of broken casting with new piece.
  • Metal stitching and metal locking the process that caters to heavy industry.

RA Power Solutions Pvt. Ltd. is the only company that can undertake crack repair by Lock and stitch method while the vessel is sailing.

Repair of Engine Block of Yanmar Engine on Vessel
Repair of Engine Block
Metal Stitching of Forging Press – Crack Measuring 230 inches
Metal Stitching of Forging Press – Crack Measuring 230 inches

For more details regarding Engine Block of the MAN Diesel Engine, please email us at rajshahani@rapowersolutions.com, info@rapowersolutions.com, or call us at +91 9582647131 or +91 9810012383.

FAQs:

1. What is lock and stitch cast iron repair?

It is a cold repair method that uses metal locks and pins to repair cracks without welding.

2. Why is lock and stitch preferred over welding?

It avoids heat-related distortion and preserves the original metallurgy of cast iron.

3. Can lock and stitch repair be done onsite?

Yes, RA Power Solutions performs lock and stitch repairs onsite or in-situ.

4. Which components can be repair using this method?

Engine blocks, crankcases, cylinder heads, and other cast iron parts can be repair.

5. Is lock and stitch repair durable?

Yes, when executed correctly, it provides long-term structural strength and reliability.

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