Aero Engines Solutions
Discover our latest innovations for FOD-free maintenance operations on turbine engines and hard-to-reach areas.
One of the biggest challenges in aerospace MRO is maintaining a zero-FOD (Foreign Object Debris) environment during engine repairs. To address this, Shockform, in partnership with MTU Aero Engines, designed the Spiker®-ES to let technicians perform needle peening repairs directly on an installed turbine, without disassembling the blade, stage, or any other time-consuming component.
As a result, peening is performed using tungsten carbide needles, with all process parameters continuously monitored, controlled, and recorded, and the E-Strip® technology sensor enables real-time peening intensity measurement throughout the operation.
The Spiker®-ES controls all process parameters, allowing technicians to intervene rapidly without risk of leaving FOD in the engine. Because disassembly and reassembly are eliminated, MRO teams can achieve considerable time savings on turbine engine repairs.
Trusted by Leading Engine Manufacturers
Shockform works closely with the industry’s leading engine manufacturers, including GE Aerospace, Safran, Rolls-Royce, and MTU Aero Engines. In particular, these manufacturers recognize and qualify our tools.
Is the Spiker®-ES right for your operation?
Housed in a rugged, portable case, the Spiker®-ES is built for MRO teams working in tight, hard-to-reach spaces around the engine, on the tarmac or in the hangar. For full specifications, process parameters, and manufacturer certifications, see the product page.
FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Is the Spiker®-ES qualified across all the engine manufacturers Shockform partners with, or only MTU?
Shockform developed the Spiker®-ES in partnership with MTU Aero Engines. However, its use extends beyond a single manufacturer: Shockform works closely with GE, Safran, Rolls Royce and MTU, and these manufacturers recognize and qualify our tools.
See our recent takeaways from Farnborough 2026 for more on how Shockform supports defence and MRO programs across multiple OEMs.
Does performing needle peening repairs on-engine reduce MRO turnaround time compared to full disassembly?
Yes. Because the Spiker®-ES peens directly on the installed engine, MRO teams avoid the labour and downtime associated with removing and reinstalling blades, stages, or other components. Consequently, for shops managing tight turnaround schedules, eliminating disassembly steps translates directly into faster repair cycles and reduced aircraft-on-ground (AOG) risk.
Worth Reading
Defence MRO: Shockform’s Takeaways from Farnborough 2026
How the Spiker®-ES and E-Strip® fit into the broader picture of aerospace and defence MRO, notably across multiple engine manufacturers.
Alternative Peening Methods: What You Always Wanted to Know
A closer look at the differences between conventional shot peening, flapper peening, and needle peening.
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