Maintaining dimensional control is a key aspect for many heavy industries due to constant wear and tear of heavy machinery leading to damaged and worn surfaces.
APEX ETG provides coating solutions that restore dimensional requirements as well as reduce costs and improve efficiency.
From hydraulic cylinders to precision shafts, we restore critical dimensions on components across all heavy industries. No job too complex.
Our technology is built for performance. By reclaiming and enhancing critical components, we help reduce downtime, extend service life, and improve equipment productivity — all with faster, more efficient turnaround times than conventional methods.
Advanced laser technology maintains component geometry with minimal heat-affected zone. High precision control on critical surfaces while preserving base material properties and structural integrity.
Create a fully dense, porosity-free coating that matches or exceeds original material properties. Restored components often outperform new parts with enhanced wear and corrosion resistance.
When critical components wear beyond tolerance, production stops. APEX ETG’s dimensional reclamation services restore worn shafts, bearings, hydraulic cylinders and precision parts to original specifications—or better. Our laser cladding process deposits material with microscopic accuracy while maintaining metallurgical integrity. Unlike traditional weld repair, our minimal heat input prevents distortion, preserving component geometry.
Laser cladding can significantly extend component service life by up to 100% when compared to standard parts performance.
This dramatic improvement comes from the mechanical properties of high-performance alloys applied to the surface and from the metallurgically bonded protective coating, keeping your critical equipment operational longer.
High-speed laser cladding (HSLC) delivers productivity gains of up to 300% over traditional coating methods. The combination of faster scanning speeds and minimal post-processing requirements means your components are back in service sooner with better performance.
Our laser cladding turnaround time average over the last 3 years is 10 working days. Depending on the component overall dimensions and weight our team will collaborate with you to design an efficient repair process.
Targeted material deposition through laser cladding achieves 10-20% weight reduction in aerospace and automotive applications. This precision approach eliminates bulky protective coatings while maintaining superior protection, improving both energy efficiency and overall performance.
Laser cladding can help optimise the following mechanical properties:
Hardness, Wear Resistance, Corrosion Resistance, Fatigue Strength, Toughness, Thermal Stability and Bond Strength.
Get in touch for a free consultation with one of our experienced team members. APEX ETG has all of your application needs covered.
