The aviation industry relies heavily on quality assurance because it involves several procedures confirming that the aircraft is fit for flying. Failure to meet these standards and compliances can cause severe accidents and costly damages.
Different types of materials are involved in the manufacturing of an aircraft. Materials such as metals and thermoplastics are the most commonly welded materials used across the industry. Hence, the importance of quality assurance in the aviation industry can't be denied.
Acorn Welding ensures complete customer satisfaction by assuring the quality of the aircraft and taking every measure to prevent any damage to it. We fully understand the need for high-quality welding, and that's why we use strict quality control measures while we conduct our services. While carrying out our quality assurance procedures we keep the following points in mind.
Perform Welding Tests
Weld testing is a procedure used to check the quality and standard of welding. It is necessary as there might be defects in the final weld product that can affect the flight experience. Every part of the aircraft should be welded evenly and with a precision-based approach. The seam of the welded products must be smooth and without any bumps. If you notice any defects in the welding parts, immediately inform your concerned authorities about it.
Acorn Welding ensures the welding quality of your aircraft, we make sure that bead ripples are evenly spaced and there are no bumps and beads. Along with this, we perform other various welding tests such as:
- Bend test
- Nick break test
- Visual inspection
- Non-destructive testing
- Macroetch testing
Such welding tests are necessary processes to ensure that the welding is suitable for a specific purpose.
We Conduct A Visual Inspection
Visual inspections of aircrafts are reliable to a certain extent. Visual inspection is a basic method of checking for the quality of the welding process. It is done to inspect it for any flaws visually. The inspector looks for any cracks, bends, craters, excessive reinforcements, or other flaws and informs the concerned department about it.
We Check Bonding Strength
Acorn Welding aims to gain maximum strength between the bonding of two materials. Checking for bond strength is necessary to make sure that the aircraft will function well. Our specialist welders make sure that their welding is done according to the requirements. The joints are welded by keeping a slight convex intact to provide the extra needed thickness for additional strength.
We Ensure Perfect Fusion
Acorn Welding ensures that oxides are not formed at the base of the materials. This is particularly necessary for the areas near the welding bonds. This is done to ensure that the aircraft remains free of contamination. Moreover, there should be no signs of projecting globules, blowholes, or porosity. Leaks and macro spaces can be quite dangerous in aerospace and aviation products.
The Importance Of Quality Assurance For Aircraft
Quality assurance is an important factor in meeting customer expectations and maintaining brand reputation. Quality Control systems help technicians develop their skills and go beyond the given scope of their jobs.
About Acorn Welding
Acorn Welding makes sure that every aircraft has these basic quality standards followed with utmost care and priority.
We are an aviation welding specialist in Edmonton. We ensure quality welding methods and parts for your aviation-related demands. We have grown to become Canada's largest aircraft exhaust and engine mount manufacturer and supplier. Contact Acorn Welding today for all your aircraft needs.
