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Transforming old into new—an overview of repair processes

Retaining the value of components instead of replacing them. Maintenance and repair are growing in importance. What sets MTU Maintenance apart in this area are its innovative repair procedures.

05.2017 | 2 mins reading time

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Engine components awaiting repair on the tool carousel at the milling center operated by MTU Maintenance Hannover.

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Thermal coating offers optimal protection for IGT life-limited parts.

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Electrical discharge machining of a high-pressure turbine blade.

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Laser cutting a V2500 high-pressure turbine guide vane.

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A laser tool is used to drill ventilation holes in the guide vanes of a high-pressure turbine.

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Advanced laser machines ensure highly precise drilling and welding.

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MTUPlus Tip Protection is an advanced nano-coating technology which optimally protects compressor blades from erosive attack.

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The patch is welded into place in a pure protective gas atmosphere.

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Shot peening of a CF34-3 blisk.

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Thermography machine allows the non-destructive testing of a CF6 blade.

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