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Safety and lock wires have been used in aerospace for decades; however, this method is time-consuming, so an alternative was made. The concept of Click-Loc was generated in response to a Pratt & Whitney U.S Air Force need for self-locking fluid fittings to replace the lock wire on the F119 engine. A year later, Moeller […]

You may have read NASA’s Guide to Aerodynamics, but what are the consumables that make these aircraft possible for both private and commercial aircraft owners? From rotatable parts to general aircraft parts, procurement, and logistics, there are various classifications of parts in aircraft maintenance cycles., In aviation maintenance, expendable aircraft parts are critical, making up […]

In the aviation industry, tooling is critical for various procedures, as well as regulatory compliance and the overall safety of engineers, pilots, and flight passengers. A single mistake can have detrimental consequences –such as the well publicised Boeing 737 incident–so engineers must use aircraft tools correctly and adhere to strict safety standards!  This article will […]

If you operate in the aerospace or military sector, strength and precision are something that can never be compromised; especially when it comes to the components of helicopters, military vehicles, and more. Today, we’re going to highlight the work of Avibank Manufacturing Inc., a PCC company that produces high-quality ball lock pins for a wide […]

If you really want to be well prepared for an aerospace project, you need to make use of the correct fasteners and tooling for high-accuracy applications such as aircraft structures and sheet metal. When a joint needs to be removable–and Hi-Lok fasteners just don’t cut it–a nut plate is used. These self-locking, self-wrenching nuts are […]

If you work in the aerospace industry, it is critical to use the correct types of aerospace drills for your project. The Aerospace Industries Association is responsible for creating and maintaining part standards for aerospace parts and components within the AIA’s National Aerospace Standards (NAS) library. When using drill bits, you may come across descriptions […]

Thousands of flights take off daily, and when they do, passenger and crew safety is paramount. When it comes to aviation engineering, the building blocks of these aircraft must be highly regulated and meet stringent quality standards without fail. After all, it only takes one incident or event to damage lives and cause commercial damage.  […]

Electrical equipment is frequently used in our everyday lives, from smartphones to tablets (occasionally, old-fashioned radio!). However, EMI (electromagnetic interference) or RFI (radio frequency interference) shielding also plays a big role in automotive, medical, telecommunications, and aviation, and this market continues to expand.  According to this market report, the global EMI shielding market is estimated […]

Navy military ships are constantly exposed to water in the marine industry, and marine-grade metals are excellent for underwater or damp environments. In these environments, marine bonded fasteners actively fight against corrosion, mechanical failure, water force, and abrasion. In comparison to traditional fasteners, marine-bonded fasteners are reliable and durable ,   components that improve vessel […]