At In-Situ Machining Solutions, we pride ourselves on our pioneering solutions and expertise with on-site marine repair solutions. An example of this is documented here with our precise realignment and repair of the misaligned portside stern tube of a large naval vessel.
Early in 2017, we were contacted to survey a passenger vessel that had suffered damage, resulting in a misalignment of the portside stern tube. This significant challenge put the ship at risk, which is why our client was happy that our expert engineers could carry out the work on-site.
Our expert engineers confirmed that we could respond to the line boring requirements, even though space and access were limited.
In response to the strict requirements when working on a passenger vessel at sea, we at In-Situ Machining Solutions designed and manufactured bespoke equipment in-house. Our team used their decades of expertise to adapt existing machinery and repair processes to the situation and environment of our client.
The scope of in situ line boring machining work consisted of aft and fwd bearing locations. Bore sizes are approximately 200mm in diameter with a distance of 6 metres between pockets.
Additional work involved line boring at both the aft and forward bearing positions—the former featuring three stepped bores, each a meter in length, and the latter comprising two stepped bores, each 45cm in length. Additionally, we machined the aft and forward stern tube seal location faces. We completed the job within the specified time constraints and within the initial fixed budget.
We are very proud of the versatility of our on-site machining service, as we believe the adaptability and convenience of our system provide far more efficient results than choosing off-site repairs. We have worked with many other industries to provide the vital machine repair services that they need. Explore our other case studies online, including these related examples:
Our involvement in this project is a clear demonstration of the superior level of service and technical proficiency that our team brings to every challenge. Contact us to discover how we will assist your next project with our tailored, efficient solutions. We are reachable 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, for emergency response services and can be scheduled for any regular maintenance your assets need.
