Process expertise for CFRP processing applications

ü Experience and well-founded knowledge concerning the application of all common LRI processes (VARI, MVI, RTM, VAP, SLI, RFI), and prepreg autoclave processes, automated fiber placement (AFP), and pre-forming / hot-forming

ü Direct application of the processes using the comprehensive equipment facilities incl. AFP system, pultrusion system (PRTM), hot press, curing furnaces, injection/infusion systems, and NC cutter

ü Top level expert knowledge concerning the application of infusion procedures for large and complex foam sandwich components

 

Production of prototypes, test parts, and small batch series

ü Manufacturing as per aviation standards with highly qualified specialists

ü NDT inspections and mechanical processing in cooperation with suppliers qualified for aerospace applications

ü Detail part production of CFRP components (from simple panel production to high-complexity parts)

ü Manufacturing of test parts and specimens as per aviation requirements

ü Experienced test part supplier for all Airbus programs

ü Manufacturing of parts for industries unrelated to aerospace, e.g. vehicle construction or shipbuilding

ü Curing of components with diameters up to 9m in the autoclave of the Airbus Stade plant

 

Production planning and work preparation

ü Planning and effective implementation of the complete production process chain with highest quality requirements:

ü Design consulting and tool dimensioning

ü Procurement of materials, auxiliary materials, and tooling

ü Inspection, work, and schedule planning

ü On-schedule control of production and processes accompanying it

ü Quality assurance and documentation

 

Process qualification and production testing

ü Planning and performance of production tests

ü Optimization of preform methods and vacuum set-ups

ü Qualification of production methods, systems, and tooling