Repair and Recovery of Critical Components.
Laval Laser Repair is the line designed to recover, reinforce or repair critical metal components using laser deposition and melting technology and advanced manufacturing, returning them to service with precision, reliability and traceability.
We do not deliver temporary fixes. We deliver engineered repair solutions focused on increasing operational availability, reducing lead times, and avoiding unnecessary replacements when components can be reliably restored.
What We Actually Do
We intervene on components damaged by wear, marine corrosion and saline environments, cavitation, fatigue, impact, and other degradation mechanisms – addressing root causes to fully restore functionality.
- Dimensional restoration: Reinstating original tolerances and geometries to bring components back to specification.
- Localised reinforcement: Strengthening critical areas following root cause failure analysis.
- Partial reconstruction and cladding: Rebuilding degraded geometries and restoring structural integrity.
- Functional upgrades where relevant: Applying higher-performance filler materials, reinforcing high-stress areas, and implementing design improvements to prevent recurrence of failure.
Wide Range of Components
We work with components and subassemblies commonly found in naval and industrial environments:
- Shafts, housings, bushings, and bearing seats
- Casings, covers, flanges, and structural supports
- Pumps, valves, and hydraulic components
- Transmission elements and contact surfaces
- Critical components exposed to corrosion, cavitation, and wear
Our Approach: Engineering-Led Repair
- Technical Diagnosis & Feasibility Assessment
We analyse the type and extent of damage, service conditions, and the objective of the intervention (restoration, reinforcement, or reconstruction). Critical parameters are defined at this stage: scope of repair, applied methodology, and targeted service life.
- Repair Engineering
We define the repair strategy, recovery geometry, and process plan — including surface preparation, material deposition, machining, and inspection. Where required, reverse engineering is applied to reconstruct the original model and ensure full compatibility.
- Cladding & Reconstruction
Material is deposited with high precision, minimising distortion and heat-affected zones.
- Machining & Finishing
Components are delivered within specified tolerances, surface roughness requirements, and dimensional adjustments according to functional specifications.
- Inspection, Documentation & Delivery
Comprehensive dimensional inspection and quality control are conducted, supported by a fully traceable process dossier.
Key Operational Advantages
- Reduced lead times compared to replacement or new manufacturing by minimising procurement and logistics phases.
- Optimization of total life cycle cost: especially when the replacement is expensive, has long delivery times or has become obsolete.
- Increased operational availability, reducing downtime and dependency on external supply chains.
- Lower environmental impact, through waste reduction, decreased transport requirements, and optimised material use.
Quality, Traceability & Information Security
At Novaindef, our approach is simple: if the component is critical, the process must be equally critical.
We apply rigorous controls and comprehensive documentation aligned with the most demanding industrial standards:
- Full process traceability
- Dimensional control and verification
- Evidence-based final repair/manufacturing report
When to Engage with Us
- Spare parts are subject to extended or unmanageable lead times, or have become obsolete or unavailable.
- The component is operationally critical, and downtime directly impacts performance, safety, or mission readiness.
- Conventional repair methods fail to address root causes, leading to recurring failures.
- A shift is required from reactive maintenance to a structured, engineering-driven approach focused on repair, reinforcement, and continuous technical improvement to prevent recurrence.
