Airframe and Structures

Door and Window Seals

Door and window seals are designed and made to specification for each individual application, meeting all necessary requirements.

Features

• High flexibility
• Corrugated surfaces can be added to increase sealing
• Can be inflated to increase sealing force
• Fixed with glue or mechanical retention

Composite Panels

Using a true Out-of-Autoclave (OOA) process, we bring additive manufacturing to continuous-fiber thermoplastic composite parts, such as drive shafts, saving weight and improving reliability in today’s most demanding engineering environments.

Features

• Weight savings
• High Strength
• Damage tolerant
• Recyclable

Bellows and Gaiters

We can design bellows or boots to protect movable joints based on a specification or built-to-print.

Features

• Designs optimized by FEA for long life
• Silicone for high weather resistance
• Wide temperature range

Airframe Seals

Airframe seals cover a broad family of products, individually developed and manufactured for static or semi-static applications.

Features

• Low friction
• High abrasion resistance
• High flexibility and form stability as required
• Nonstick surfaces
• High weather resistance
• Wide temperature range

EMI/RFI Seals

Trelleborg provides a range of products that protect systems from EMI/RFI on aircraft and other vehicles.

Features

• PTFE with high or low electric resistance
• Conductive elastomers

Extruded Tubes and Profiles

Tubing and hose products for AAM systems can be made in a multitude of shapes and materials depending on the requirements.

Features

• Silicone, PTFE and PVC material options
• Fabric reinforcement when needed

Propulsion

With extensive experience in supplying main mast rotor seals for numerous helicopter platforms and a diverse array of rotary seals for gearboxes, fuel pumps, and electric motor shafts, we can find the perfect solution for any rotary application. Our composite manufacturing technology is perfectly suited for producing lightweight and robust drive shafts, panels, and other rotor components.

Polymer Bearings

Typical applications for our HiMod® and Orkot® materials are bearings, sleeves, flanges and wear pads.

Features

• High load and wear resistance
• Weight reductions
• Increased service life
• Very low friction characteristics
• High chemical compatibility

V-Ring®

The V-Ring® is an all-rubber lip seal for rotary applications, primarily used to prevent dirt, dust and water from entering rotating equipment.

Features

• Highly flexible sealing lip
• Reduces friction to near zero as speed increases
• Effective exclusion of water and dust

Excluder®

For rotary shafts operating in severe and dusty environments, the Turcon® Variseal® scraper is ideal.

Features

• Wide temperature range
• Proven exclusion function
• Allows high shaft deflection
• Spring cavity can be silicone filled for increased protection against gravel

Propeller Components

Using a true Out-of-Autoclave (OOA) process, we bring additive manufacturing to continuous-fiber thermoplastic composite parts, such as drive shafts, saving weight and improving reliability in today’s most demanding engineering environments.

Features

• Weight savings
• High strength
• Damage tolerant

Gearbox Seals

For rotary applications, HiSpin® HS40 withstands high speeds and wide temperature variations, and is compatible with aggressive synthetic transmission oils. It can be used at speeds of up to 40 m/s/XX ft/s and adapts to the eccentricity of the shaft.

Features

• Extra-low temperature FKM material
• Easy installation
• Compensates for high eccentricity of the shaft

eMotor Seals

Originally developed for automotive e-Mobility applications, HiSpin® PDR RT meets requirements for high speeds and wide temperature ranges.

Features

• Up to 60 m/s/XX ft/s shaft speeds
• Dry running capability
• Very low friction

Actuation of Engine Tilt

With over 60 years of experience, Trelleborg Aerospace offers industry-leading sealing systems for hydraulic, pneumatic, and electric actuators, landing gear applications and polymer and composite bearings for swivels. Alongside our extensive product portfolio, Trelleborg engineers draw on in-house expertise in the fields of automotive and off-highway vehicles to develop reliable, long-lasting and cost-effective solutions to meet customer needs.

Composite Shafts and Components

Using a true Out-of-Autoclave (OOA) process, we bring additive manufacturing to continuous-fiber thermoplastic composite parts, such as drive shafts, saving weight and improving reliability in today’s most demanding engineering environments.

Features

• Weight savings
• High strength
• Damage tolerant

Cabin and Interiors

We provide components for both functional and aesthetic applications, such as storage bins, light fittings, and Passenger Service Units (PSUs). We can produce nearly any polymeric interior product, including extrusions for seat tracks, rub strips and gap seals. A range of CFR/CS 25.853 materials and processes are available with a holistic approach to design and manufacturing.

Actuation of Doors

With over 60 years of experience, Trelleborg Aerospace offers industry-leading sealing systems for hydraulic, pneumatic, and electric actuators, landing gear applications and polymer and composite bearings for swivels. Alongside our extensive product portfolio, Trelleborg engineers draw on in-house expertise in the fields of automotive and off-highway vehicles to develop reliable, long-lasting and cost-effective solutions to meet customer needs.

Air Distribution: Air Nozzles/Bezels

Air nozzles and bezels need to be durable and match the interior style of the aircraft.

Features

• Compliant with fire testing requirements, including FAR 25.853
• Molded thermoplastics

Air Conditioning: Diaphragms

Diaphragms help smooth cabin pressure variations, which is essential for a pleasant flight experience.

Features

• Low hysteresis
• Multicomponent designs
• Non-toxic and anti-fungal materials

Seating: Foam Linings

Seat cushions with damping characteristics can help protect the passengers during unintentionally hard landings. A wide range of foams are available.

Features

• Lightweight
• Form stable
• Specific damping characteristics

Extruded Profiles

Extruded profiles are used throughout the interior of the aircraft to cover gaps and protect corners and joints, improving aesthetics and passenger safety.

Features

• High wear and impact resistance
• Available in TPU, PVC, PEI, PC, silicone and EPDM sponge
• Color matching
• Compliance with smoke and toxicity regulations

Panel and Details: Injection Molded Products

Our designs and manufactured engineered products for panels and interior applications from PTFE, PEEK and PU materials, thermoplastics and thermoset composite materials.

Features

• PTFE, PEEK and PU materials, thermoplastics and thermoset composite materials options
• Color matching to interiors style

Storage Bins: Bearings and Wear Pads

Overhead bins are in constant use and often carry more weight than they are designed for. Our wear pads and bearings meet these requirements and provide long service life.

Features

• Lightweight
• Low friction
• No need for lubrication
• Noiseless

Energy Systems and Management

To support the reliable function of high-performance electrical systems, Trelleborg provides solutions that efficiently shield and protect from multiple environmental factors. Our knowledge and expertise are applied to designing and manufacturing seals and components that provide electromagnetic shielding and spark resistance.

Heat Exchangers and Fuel Cell Seals

Plate heat exchanger gaskets can be supplied either as individual seals or molded onto the components themselves.

Features

• Seal materials to match working conditions
• Rapid prototyping

Wire and Pipe Clamps

We supply both clamps and sleeves to protect and insulate cables and wiring harnesses.

Features

• Elastomeric and PTFE-covered glass braided sleeves
• High resistance against vibrations
• Compatibility with all typical aircraft fluids
• Wide temperature range (-200 °C to +300 °C/-XXX °F to +XXX °F)

Air Management and Cooling Systems

Trelleborg can provide sealing solutions to aid with thermal management. These seals are used to prevent air from escaping the ducts used in numerous applications, such as bleed valves, anti-icing systems, and air conditioning systems.

Features

• Turcon® material compatible with all media
• Temperature range -200 °C to +300 °C/-XXX °F to +XXX °F
• Highly flexible design allows for thermal movements and vibrations

Gaskets

Trelleborg supplies a full range of gaskets.

Features

• Build-to-print or to specification
• Elastomer gaskets
• HMF FlatSealTM flat gaskets
• Rapid prototyping
• Wide temperature range (-200 °C to +300 °C/-XXX °F to +XXX °F)

Battery Seals

High-voltage batteries are the heart of eMobility applications and require special protection. Trelleborg offers custom solutions, regardless of the cover and battery housing geometry involved.

Features

• Easy assembly
• Simplified disassembly feature
• Compatible with battery media
• Wide temperature range

Multigate Grommets

Designed to meet our customers’ specific needs, multigate grommets allow safe passage of cables and wires through bulkheads and into boxes.

Features

• Custom designs
• Compatible with water and typical aircraft fluids