Technical Cleanliness for the Aerospace Industry
Ensure operational safety. Demonstrate quality.
In the aerospace industry, technical cleanliness is a safety-critical part of the manufacturing chain. Components must withstand extreme stresses and meet the requirements for reliable testing procedures. The demands on cleanliness, traceability, and process reliability are correspondingly high.
In addition, materials that are difficult to machine—such as titanium, Inconel, or high-strength aluminum alloys—require cleaning methods tailored to the specific material. It is not just a matter of technical cleanliness. It is equally important to preserve material properties and avoid undesirable chemical interactions.
Understanding processes. Designing cleanliness.
For targeted cleaning, all influencing factors must be considered in context—materials, geometries, types of contamination, and cleanliness specifications. Based on this, we develop a precisely tailored cleaning solution. The key advantage: Different components can be automatically cleaned and dried in a single MAFAC system.
Patented processes such as MAFAC Vector Kinematics and MAFAC VAP Pressure-switching Technology ensure residue-free cleanliness and create optimal conditions for non-destructive testing. Vacuum drying then ensures that components are completely dry, with no residual moisture.
Consistent production. Reliably meeting requirements.
Technical cleanliness is integral to the entire value chain in the aerospace industry. It is an essential element for maintaining high safety and quality standards.
MAFAC cleaning solutions ensure technically clean components and consistent processes. At the same time, the cleaning solution remains flexible—adapting to new components, changing geometries, and increasing cleanliness requirements.
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- Reliably achieve cleanliness and verify it for testing procedures. As a prerequisite for NDT inspections, quality certification, and audit-ready processes.
- Ensure particle-free conditions for function-critical components. For turbine blades, hydraulic control elements, and other safety-critical applications.
- Processing demanding materials in a manner appropriate to the process. Gently cleaning titanium, Inconel, and other superalloys while preserving their material properties.
- Targeted cleaning of various components in a single system. From engine components to structural parts – automated, flexible, and residue-free.
- Effectively prevent recontamination. Carefully coordinated media flow and high-performance filtration prevent particles that have already been removed from being reintroduced.
- Completely remove residual moisture. Vacuum drying ensures the reliable removal of moisture from complex geometries and functionally critical areas.
- Ensure stable operations throughout the entire process chain. For pre-cleaning, intermediate cleaning, and final cleaning in manufacturing, as well as for maintenance and servicing.
- Seamlessly integrate into existing workflows. As a standalone solution or as part of automated manufacturing and process chains.
Prove cleanliness, in accordance with your industry’s standards.
MAFAC cleaning solutions are designed to meet the requirements of the aerospace industry as well as customer-specific specifications. Documented process parameters and appropriate testing methods enable traceable verification of quality and cleanliness.
| Component Groups | Requirements and Standards |
|---|---|
| Engine and Turbine Components | High purity in complex geometries and cooling channels is a prerequisite for non-destructive testing methods such as FPI/NDT |
| Hydraulic, Pneumatic, and Chassis Components | Low particle content ensures safe operating conditions, reliable performance, and high operational safety |
| Structural components | Residue-free surfaces for assembly, coating, and non-destructive testing |
| Getriebe- und Präzisionskomponenten | Defined purity for components with tight tolerances and high functional and quality requirements |
| Connectors and Electronic Components | Consistent purity for sensitive components and assemblies with high standards for traceability and quality |
| MRO Components (Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul) | Consistent cleaning results for various component conditions, materials, and applications requiring verification |
| Quality Management and Documentation | Traceable cleaning results for quality management systems in accordance with EN 9100 / AS 9100 and customer-specific requirements |
Can MAFAC clean different materials in a way that is appropriate for each material?
Yes. MAFAC cleaning processes are designed for demanding materials such as titanium, Inconel, and other superalloys. Residues are reliably removed without compromising material properties or causing undesirable chemical reactions.
How does MAFAC reliably verify that the required level of purity has been achieved?
MAFAC uses established methods for technical cleanliness analysis, including residual contamination and particle analyses in accordance with VDA 19 / ISO 16232. Combined with documented process parameters, this results in reliable, audit-proof evidence.