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FFCS-100
— The shortest route to a leak-free aircraft.
Process
FFCS-100 is a proprietary process for installation of
EFC-100 sealants that is FAA approved and produces superior
results. The installation can be carried out during a major
check or as a stand-alone project.
EFC-100
sealants were developed by Engineered Fabrics Corporation
(EFC) (formerly B.F. Goodrich) using more than 40 years fuel
tank manufacturing knowledge and experience. EFC is the only
manufacturer of urethane coated fuel bladders for aircraft.
EFC-100 sealants are a superior alternative to traditional
polysulfide sealants with the same basic composition as fuel
tank bladder materials. Typically a fuel cell bladder will
last 20-25 years.
Benefits
of EFC-100
- Flexible after cure
- Superior
adhesion
- Translucent
- Non-conductive
- Lighter
than polysulfides
- Eddy
current without removal
- Chromate
free
- FAA
PMA approved
A
Four-step Process
Process
FFCS-100 is a four-step sealing process utilizing two viscosities
of EFC-100 sealant, grout and brush coat. Steps in the process
include:
1. Preparation
- Old sealant removed
- Metal
cleaned and prepped for reseal
- Bare
metal is re-primed
2.
First Coat Application
- A single brush coat application is made to all sealing
surfaces to ensure that sealant penetrates fully into
all seams and tank penetrations.
3.
Grouting
- Grout sealant is applied to all fasteners and seams
to give maximum sealant coverage and effectiveness.
4.
Final Sealing
- Brush coat sealant is applied in three coats to create
an impermeable fuel barrier around all joints.
Benefit
of FFCS-100 Process
- Guaranteed leak-free aircraft
- Increased
aircraft reliability rates
- Short
ROI through savings from lost flight revenue and reduced
maintenance costs
- Performed
during major checks or as a separate maintenance project
FFCS
provides the longest warranties in the business.
- Programs available for check-to-check coverage
- Currently
over 30 completely stripped and resealed aircraft in service
- None
of the above has leaked in service since reseal
Operations
Control Center
800-TANKDIVE (800-826-5348)
Telephone
901-794-8431
Fax
901-842-7126
4010
Pilot Drive, Suite 103
Memphis, TN 38118
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us now.
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