During the 1990’s, Gremada Industries pioneered the mining industry’s shift from conventional remanufacturing, reconditioning, and enhancement methods to salvage critical wear components and corroded metal parts.
Unlike welding, thermal spraying, or plating, laser cladding provides a strong metallurgical bond with minimal dilution of the base material, exceptional thickness control, and a small heat effected zone.
By the late 90’s, Gremada began offering their proven laser coating technology solutions to the oil and gas industry. As demand increased by May of 2001, Gremada established Laser Cladding Services Ltd. to service upstream energy and offshore markets and extend OEM product lifecycles. Offices were headquartered in the energy capital of the world - Houston Texas - to meet the changing needs of the industry quickly.
LSC first offered numerous laser cladding and hardfacing solutions using tungsten carbide powder, drawing upon combined engineering and metallurgical expertise for superior results. In December 2004, LCS became ISO 9001:2000 quality certified, a mark of their continued excellence. As their customers’ needs have evolved, so have LCS’s services. Continued research, testing, and development currently allow LCS to successfully apply numerous types of metal powders to different substrates and parts with integral results.
A partnership with the comprehensive metallurgical testing program at North Dakota State University has been essential for proving the long-term durability of solutions before being commercially offered to meet the most stringent customer demands.
In May 2005, LCS partnered with NASA to reduce component failure rate on the Stennis Space Center in Mississippi.
In 2007, LCS continues to work with more OEMs on confidential research projects to meet diverse needs onshore, offshore and into the unknown.
At LCS, we are committed to providing the best laser cladding solutions. Whether you need quick service for critical parts, creative applications to solve difficult wear issues, or ongoing programs to maintain essential components, we are here to keep you moving.
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