RBMS Repair of Bonded Metal Structures

This course provides an exceptional overview of the essential knowledge materials, techniques and processes involved in the repair of bonded metal/composite structures.

Demonstrations and hands on projects involve the use of PASA, PAMTA, PACS, BoeGel and other metal treatment processes for skin/core replacement.  Extensive training on state-of-the-art hot bonding equipment is included.

Topics covered in this 5-day course

• aluminum surface preparation using various methods
• essential knowledge of structural adhesives.
• adhesive cure cycles and methods for accelerated cures.
• bond line importance, integrity, thickness and contamination factors.
• aluminum honeycomb core materials, cleaning and treatments.
• damage assessment and repair techniques for metal sandwich structures.
• vacuum bagging techniques
• Phosphoric Acid Non-Tank Anodizing or PANTA process
• techniques and uses for Pasa Gel processes.
• health and safety; handling and disposing of substances, composite shop practices.
• utilizing hot bonders for controlled accelerated cures of bonded structural repairs.

Prerequisites: Prior sheet metal experience would be an asset but is not required.

Certification:

FAA – Federal Aviation Administration acceptable towards Inspection Authorization IA Renewal Training