Laser Cladding Technology
Laser Cladding is an advanced additive manufacturing process widely used across industrial
sectors for high-performance surface restoration and enhancement. It rebuilds worn or
damaged components with exceptional precision and minimal thermal impact, creating a
strong metallurgical bond. The resulting dense, durable layers significantly improve wear,
corrosion and fatigue resistance while preserving dimensional accuracy of critical parts.
Materials & Alloys Supported
Stainless steels, carbon and alloy steels, tool steels, Ni-based and Co-based alloys, iron-based
wear-resistant and hard-facing materials.
Key Applications
- Dimensional restoration of worn shafts, rollers and hydraulic cylinders
- Repair and protection of pump components, valve seats and bearing housings
- Wear- and corrosion-resistant surfaces for mining, cement, steel, and heavy machinery components
- Turbine parts, wear rings and bearing components in power generation
- Die, mould and tooling repair with controlled build-up and minimal post-machining
Why Laser Cladding
- Extends component life and reduces downtime
- Enables cost-effective refurbishment instead of part replacement
- Precise layer-by-layer deposition with controlled thickness
- Low thermal input preserves base material properties
- High-density, pore-free coating
- Improved surface hardness and wear resistance
- Clean before-vs-after results showing complete recovery of worn surfaces
Major Industries Utilizing Laser Cladding
Aerospace
Repair and modification of turbine blades, engine components and
landing gear with high precision and minimal thermal distortion.
Oil & Gas
Protection of drilling tools, valves and pipelines against extreme wear,
corrosion and chemical exposure.
Automotive
Improved wear resistance for engine parts, shafts and gears widely
adopted for brake disc coatings that reduce fine dust emissions by over 90%.
Mining
Restoration and protection of hydraulic cylinders and drilling equipment
operating in highly abrasive and corrosive underground conditions.
Power Generation
Refurbishment of boiler components and turbine blades, often
extending service life by up to three times in high-temperature environments.
Agriculture & Forestry
Surface protection of cutting tools such as saw blades, disc
harrows and counter blades against severe soil abrasion.
Manufacturing & Tooling
Refurbishing moulds, dies and extruder housings as a
durable, environmentally safer alternative to hard chromium plating.
Laser cladding is ideal for applications where conventional welding or thermal spraying
causes excessive dilution, distortion, or premature failure. With this technology, Light
Mechanics is positioned to deliver high-performance surface solutions for heavy-duty and
precision industrial applications.
