Last Updated on June 12, 2015 by Tim
The team at Blackbird has developed a high-density plastic mask that dramatically decreases the typical process time required to paint an airliner’s wheels and brakes. The mask also eliminates waste and disposable tape expenses, meets OEM specs detailed in overhaul manuals and reduces injuries, workman compensation claims and overtime. Blackbird’s patented wheel and brake masking system saves millions by reducing labor in wheel painting overhauls by 95%. A 737 Inboard takes 45+ minutes to mask; Blackbird can do it in under 2 minutes
Wheel Maskings
• Massive decrease in process time over current wheel paint method
• Easy to apply mask that screws or snaps shut
• Removed easily and quickly
• Product consistency
• Meet OEM specs detailed in the overhaul manuals
• Eliminate waste and excessive disposable tape purchasing
• Simply peel the excess dry paint off of the reusable masking
• Fast air-drying design allows wheels to be painted on while other side is still wet
• Tested and specifically engineered for aircraft wheels
• Reduce injuries, workman compensation claims, and overtime
• Straightforward instructions, videos and 24/7 customer support
• Lean and Six Sigma- increase work flow performance, turnaround time and quality of service
• Made in the U.S.A.
Brake Maskings
• Massive decrease in process time over current brake paint method
• Easy to apply mask that screws or snaps shut
• Removed easily and quickly
• Product consistency
• Meet OEM specs detailed in the overhaul manuals
• Eliminate waste and excessive disposable tape purchasing
• Simply peel the excess dry paint off of the reusable masking
• Fast air-drying design allows wheels to be painted on while other side is still wet
• Tested and specifically engineered for aircraft wheels
• Reduce injuries, workman compensation claims, and overtime
• Straightforward instructions, videos and 24/7 customer support
• Lean and Six Sigma- increase work flow performance, turnaround time and quality of service
• Made in the U.S.A.
Maskings Materials
Blackbird’s maskings are made from high density polyethylene (HDPE) that is impact-resistant, high tensile strength with low moisture absorption and chemical and corrosion-resistant. The colors currently available are black and natural.
• Chemical and corrosion- resistant
• Light-weight
• No moisture absorption
• High tensile strength
• Non-toxic
• Non-staining
• Thermoforming performance
Mask and unmask an aircraft wheel in less than 2 minutes- saving you time and money.
Website: blackbirdfyi.com
