The Challenge: Military part that could withstand any condition
A military manufacturer required a specialized coating application for a fuel shut-offvalve that refueled military helicopters and prevented fuel leakage disasters. As the part would be subjected to the harshest environments – cold altitudes, deserts, and sand – meeting stringent quality specifications was of the utmost importance. Not only were exact coating standards needed, but the part also required a Class A grade surface finish after the coating application. The manufacturer, who had a history with DECC, knew they would be up to the challenge.
The Solution: Abrasion-Resistant Coating
DECC applied an abrasion-resistant coating with excellent release properties to ensure that not only was the part durable, but it also would not seize up when operated. To meet the Class A surface requirements, DECC also developed a post-production buffing process in-house. This process produced the quality required by the customer while keeping the solution within DECC’s facility.
The Result: High Quality Process
DECC proved its ability to meet the most demanding quality specifications yet again. Not only that, but they also saved their customer significant money by developing a post-production process in their own facility for fabricating a Class A surface, meaning their customer would not have to outsource the part for additional production operations.