Metalock | Metal Stitching | Repair of Cracked Components

With over 45 years of global experience, R A Power Solutions specialises in the onsite repair of cracked and damaged components using advanced metal stitching and Metalock techniques. We regularly undertake metal stitching and metalocking for heavy industrial parts made from cast iron, cast steel, aluminium, bronze, and other critical engineering materials.

Components We Repair Using Metal Stitching & Metalock

We carry out onsite crack repair for a wide range of industrial components, including:

  • Bedplates
  • Forging hammers
  • Compressor bodies
  • Engine blocks and major engine components, such as cylinder liners and cylinder heads
  • Gearbox housings and similar heavy-duty castings

High-Quality Tools & Consumables for Reliable Repairs

Successful metal stitching requires precision, skill, and the right equipment. To ensure long-lasting repairs, we use:

  • Premium Pneumatic Tools
  • Imported pneumatic tools from leading U.S. manufacturers
  • Essential for preparing accurate profiles before stitching
  • Ideal for remote sites due to easy availability of compressed air

Specialized Metal Locks & Keys

Our repairs use high-grade metal locks, keys, and master locks. Selection is based on a metallurgical analysis of the damaged casting.
We always select consumables with superior properties compared to the parent material, ensuring a durable and high-strength repair.

Key Features of the Metalock Process

  • Cold process — no heat, no distortion, no stress on castings
  • Precisely placed locks mechanically reinforce cracked sections
  • Restores structural integrity without welding
  • Ideal for engines and heavy machinery where alignment is critical

Advantages of Metal Stitching with Metal Keys

  • Keys are inserted across the crack to seal and tighten the casting
  • Overlapping patterns distribute load evenly
  • Repaired areas often become stronger than the original casting
  • Suitable for cast iron, aluminium, bronze, and cast steel
  • Cost-Effective Repair Solution

Metal stitching and metal locking provide a highly cost-efficient alternative to component replacement. Many industrial parts are:

  • Expensive to replace
  • Long lead-time items
  • No longer manufactured
  • Repairing them onsite saves money, reduces logistics, and keeps operations running smoothly.
  • Fast, Onsite, and Minimum Downtime

Metal stitching, a fast repair method, often enables completion within hours, directly at the site, without the need to dismantle the equipment. Metal stitching is a fast repair method that can typically be completed within hours, directly at the site, without dismantling the equipment. This drastically reduces downtime and allows machinery to return to service quickly.

Global Onsite Crack Repair Services

R A Power Solutions delivers onsite metal stitching, metalocking, engine block repair, and cast iron crack repair services in major industrial regions worldwide. Our teams are actively working on several international projects, providing reliable, high-precision solutions for critical equipment.

Contact Us

For inquiries or technical assistance:
📧 rajshahani@rapowersolutions.com

📧 info@rapowersolutions.com

📞 +91 9582647131, +91 9810012383.

With over 45 years of global experience, R A Power Solutions specialises in the onsite repair of cracked and damaged components using advanced metal stitching and Metalock techniques. We regularly undertake metal stitching and metalocking for heavy industrial parts made from cast iron, cast steel, aluminium, bronze, and other critical engineering materials. Components We Repair … Continue reading “Metalock | Metal Stitching | Repair of Cracked Components”

Crack Repair Using Metal Stitching and Metal Locking | RA Power Solutions

Cracks in cast iron and other metal components can lead to significant operational challenges in the power generation, marine, manufacturing, and heavy engineering industries. Traditional repair methods, like welding, often introduce thermal stress, weakening the material over time. With over 44 years of experience, RA Power Solutions specializes in metal stitching and metal locking, two highly effective cold repair techniques that restore the integrity of cracked components without causing additional damage.

What is Metal Stitching?

Metal stitching is a cold repair method for mending cracks in cast iron, aluminum, and other metals without welding. It involves drilling precise holes along the crack, inserting metal stitching pins, and locking the pieces together to restore the component’s original strength. This technique is ideal for engine blocks, turbine casings, compressors, and other high-stress industrial machinery parts.

Metal stitching and Metal locking
Metal stitching and Metal locking

What is Metal Locking?

Metal locking is a reinforcement method used alongside metal stitching. Custom-designed locks are inserted into the stitched area to provide additional support, preventing further crack progression and ensuring a long-lasting repair. This method enhances the durability of the repaired component, making it as strong as or even stronger than the original structure.

metal locking
Metal locking

Why Choose Metal Stitching and Metal Locking?

Compared to traditional welding, metal stitching and locking offer several advantages:

  1. Cold Repair Process: No heat is applied, preventing material distortion, stress buildup, and further cracking.
  2. Onsite Repairs: No need to transport heavy machinery; repairs can be performed at the client’s location, reducing downtime.
  3. Retains Original Strength: Unlike welding, which can weaken cast iron, metal stitching and metal locking maintain or even improve the structural integrity.
  4. Cost-Effective: Eliminates the need for expensive replacements and reduces overall maintenance costs.

Benefits of Metal Stitching and Metal Locking

RA Power Solutions has successfully performed repairs for various industries, including:

  • Marine Industry: Repairs on ship engine blocks and connecting rods to avoid costly replacements.
  • Power Plants: Restoration of turbine casings, generators, and compressors to maintain efficiency.
  • Manufacturing Plants: Fixing cracks in heavy-duty machines and industrial equipment.

RA Power Solutions provides metal stitching and metal locking services in countries across Asia, the Middle East, Europe, Africa, and the Americas, including India, UAE, USA, UK, Saudi Arabia, Germany, Singapore, and Australia. With a strong global presence, the company offers onsite repair solutions for industries like marine, power plants, and heavy engineering, helping clients avoid costly replacements and downtime. Their expertise extends to Malaysia, Indonesia, Qatar, Oman, Kuwait, Bangladesh, Sri Lanka, the Philippines, Vietnam, Nigeria, Brazil, Germany, Singapore, Malaysia, Indonesia, and South Africa, ensuring reliable crack repair services worldwide.

Crack repair by metal stitching
Crack repair by metal stitching

For more information regarding repair cast iron, repair crack cast iron, or cast iron repaircrack repair by metal stitching and metal locking, contact us at rajshahani@rapowersolutions.com or info@rapowersolutions.com, or call us at +91 9582647131 or +91 9810012383.




Cracks in cast iron and other metal components can lead to significant operational challenges in the power generation, marine, manufacturing, and heavy engineering industries. Traditional repair methods, like welding, often introduce thermal stress, weakening the material over time. With over 44 years of experience, RA Power Solutions specializes in metal stitching and metal locking, two … Continue reading “Crack Repair Using Metal Stitching and Metal Locking | RA Power Solutions”