mardi 19 novembre 2013

The Aircraft Ladder And Similar Equipment

By Bonnie Contreras


Different types of ladders are very useful in all industries. The aircraft ladder is used for maintenance and repair of different types of planes. One simple, but useful model is well known as A-frame ladder. For this purpose, it is usually made of aluminum, to be light and strong, and it is usually reinforced using gusseting on all steps. Rubber made feet are especially handy addition, because it improves safety and stability.

Small planes are easily maintained using very practical small platforms as well. These handy platforms are equipped with practical shelves and tool trays, reinforced and covered with anti slip rubber coating. Stable and durable, these practical platform is very strong, but one person can safely move it around, thanks to its design. Tool trays are especially nice addition, and thanks to them, you won't have to bend down to find the piece you need.

The maintenance of all fixed wing aircraft and rotor craft requires the use of appropriate equipment. Wheel well ladder was designed especially for some Boeing models, but with insignificant changes can be easily adapted for other models as well.These ladders are perfect for landing gear inspection, maintenance and repair purposes on different models.

Engine access stands especially designed for commercial airplanes are used for most commercial planes maintenance. These platforms are lifted using hand actuated hydraulic pump, and mostly equipped with fixed front and swivel rear casters. This allows easy access and very high stability.

Military planes can use similar equipment, but some models require special design. Aluminum made military plane platform, for example, is equipped with swivel locking casters and two sections that can be disconnected to access particular areas of the plane. Stands are specially designed to provide high stability and safety.

Custom tail docks consist of two or more docking stations, heavily built and very strong. That's why this type of equipment can carry several people working on the plane. Thanks to this, the efficiency is improved. All platform edges are additionally protected with resistant rubber padding, to prevent all possible damages.

Gulf stream fuselage ladder is a special model made for this plane, but with small modifications easily adapted for use with other models as well. Long and especially strong, it is able to extend over large area, and it is especially useful when it comes to fuselage area maintenance. It is also able to support several technicians at the same time.

Especially large platforms are made of carbon steel, and additionally protected using polyurethane coating. Safety is provided by very wide and stable steps, numerous grip strut treads on all edge areas, including steps and decking. The platform edges are covered with rubber, to prevent causing damages on contact areas with the plane.

Hard to reach areas such as wings can be reached using wing access bridges. This type of platform is made in two parts, and operated using hydraulic lifts. They can be placed over the wing to ensure easy access and stability. Every good quality aircraft ladder should provide high safety and stability, and allow easy access to all parts of the aircraft.




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