Thermal spray coating equipment for aerospace industry

The Aerospace industry was a pioneer in adopting thermal sprayed coatings because of the extreme conditions found in flight operations. Modern aircraft engines contain hundreds of critical parts that rely on advanced surface treatments to function at peak efficiency. Without these coatings high performance turbines would fail to meet current standards for thrust fuel economy and safety. FST provides the specialized systems and materials required to combat complex degradation issues such as fretting hot corrosion particle erosion and severe thermal stress.

Key aviation components utilizing flame spray technology

Our coatings solutions are found in the most demanding sections of both commercial and military aircraft:

• Turbine Components: Protection of turbine blades and vanes using advanced ceramic layers to withstand extreme combustion temperatures.
• Combustion Chambers: Liners and flame tubes treated with thermal barriers to manage heat flux and prevent structural fatigue.
• Compressor Sections: Application of abradable coatings to optimize blade tip clearance which significantly improves engine pressure ratios and fuel efficiency.
• Landing Gear and Actuators: Using HVOF technology to apply dense wear resistant coatings as a superior and more sustainable alternative to traditional hard chrome plating.

Enhance your aerospace operations

Are you looking to improve the durability of your engine components or meet new environmental regulations for surface treatments? The engineers at FST can assist in implementing a thermal spray system designed to achieve optimal coating performance for your components.

Typical thermal sprayed components in the aerospace industry:

• Turbine blades
• Flame tubes
• HPT outer stationary seal
• Liners

Do you need thermal spray equipment or coating services?

Whether you are seeking thermal spray services or equipment, the companies within the STS Group can provide the right solution. From the first consultation to the design and delivery of specialized thermal spray equipment and coating services, the STS Group is committed to help you succeed!

Thermal spray equipment and materials - FST
Are you looking for turnkey thermal spray systems or specialized HVOF, plasma, cold spray, arc wire, flame powder or flame wire spray equipment? FST designs and builds these systems around your specific application. FST also provides thermal spray powders and spare parts.

Thermal spray services - EPC
If you prefer to outsource your coating projects, EP Coatings (EPC) offers advanced coating services including plasma spraying services, HVOF spraying services, arc wire spraying services and flame spray coating services.