Material-Friendly Laser Cladding Technology
What is Laser Cladding?
Laser cladding, also known as DLD (Direct Laser Deposition), uses an additive manufacturing procedure which utilises the energy from a high power laser to metallurgically-clad a powder based material to a surface with minimal impacts and effects of heat on the component’s base material. Laser cladding is today at the top of hard-facing and cladding solutions as it enables a perfect bond with minimal heat input, surpassing any other alternative technology.
Key Benefits of Our Laser Cladding
Our advanced laser cladding technology delivers exceptional results through metallurgical bonding that creates perfect welding on base materials. The process ensures defect-free deposits with no porosity or cracks, maintaining the integrity of your components through very low dilution rates.
With minimal heat affected zones, our process prevents unwanted changes in material properties while maintaining extremely limited deformations through minimal heat input. The precise and automated nature of our system guarantees reproducible and fully automated processes with consistent results across all applications.
Our capability extends to working with a wide range of powders, from steel and cobalt-chromium alloys to tungsten-carbide, aluminum, brass, and white metal. We offer flexible thickness options with deposit thickness starting from 0.5mm and above, accommodating diverse industrial requirements
Technology Integration
The sophisticated combination of laser technology with robotic systems enables precise welding on complex shapes, ensuring a high degree of automation, repeatability, and intelligent programming to mitigate stresses in materials. Our expertise integrates Direct Laser Deposition capacities typical of advanced additive manufacturing technologies. This integration represents the pinnacle of modern manufacturing, where precision meets automation to deliver consistent, high-quality results across diverse applications and industries.
Applications
Our laser cladding services serve critical applications across multiple industries, delivering enhanced performance and extended component life. We specialize in hydropower station components, thermal power station parts, gas and oil pumps, and high temperature components. Our expertise extends to thermal barrier coatings (TBCs), valve cones and components, hammer barrels with WC coating, and turbine segments and needle tips. Each application benefits from our precision approach and material expertise.
Materials We Work With
Our comprehensive material expertise encompasses a broad spectrum of advanced powders, each selected for specific performance characteristics and application requirements. We work with various grades of steel powders designed for different base materials, alongside Stellite 6 for high-temperature and wear applications. Our cobalt-chromium alloys provide increased hardness and wear resistance, while tungsten-carbide options offer up to 60% WC content for extreme wear resistance applications.
For specialized applications, we utilize Inconel 625 for high-temperature corrosion resistance and aluminum for lightweight applications. Our brass capabilities serve specific industrial needs, while white metal applications improve lubrication characteristics. Each material selection is tailored to meet the unique demands of your specific application and operating environment.