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Blade Runner™

Blade Runner™

Blade Runner™

Product catalog summary
Introduction
ALD Vacuum Technologies GmbH introduces the Blade Runner™, a new turbine blade coating system utilizing Electron Beam Physical Vapor Deposition (EB/PVD). This system is designed for applying thermal barrier coatings (TBCs) on aircraft turbine blades and vanes.

Key Features
  • Based on 25 years of experience in EB/PVD equipment for the aviation industry.
  • Offers best cost performance and flexibility for parts.
  • Requires low capital investment and features a single-level layout, eliminating the need for a pit.
  • Ensures easy operation and service with quality control of parts.
  • Supports the application of new coating technologies.
  • Technology is approved on 15 delivered EB/PVD systems for the aviation industry.

Specifications
  • Throughput: 10,000 blades per year (CF6 or equivalent) per shift.
  • Number of parts per cycle: 3.
  • Cycle time: Less than 30 minutes.
  • Manpower requirement: 1 person.
  • Dimensions: Height ~ 4 m, Length ~ 11 m, Width ~ 9 m.

Conclusion
The Blade Runner™ is positioned as a cost-effective and efficient solution for OEMs and Repair & Overhaul Shops worldwide, meeting the demands of globalization in the aviation industry.
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Catalog excerpts

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Blade Runner™-2

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