PARIS AIR SHOW, Paris, June 21,
2017 /PRNewswire/ -- UTC Aerospace Systems, a unit of United
Technologies Corp. (NYSE: UTX), announced today that it has
developed a non-chromate landing gear corrosion protection primer
incorporating its patented EcoSky™ pigment. The pigment and primer
are more environmentally friendly and compliant with the European
Union's REACh regulations. The company's new chromate-free primer
is a first for use on steel parts for commercial airplanes and is
being developed in concert with United Technologies Research Center
(UTRC).
The new primer performed as well as or better than existing
chromate primers in laboratory testing and is currently in field
evaluation with Porter Airlines. Following the 16-month inspection,
the Porter Airlines landing gear are operating normally and showing
no signs of coating deterioration or corrosion. UTC Aerospace
Systems is continuing to monitor the primer's performance in field
evaluation with Porter Airlines and assess next steps for
commercialization.
In addition to the non-chromate primer, UTC Aerospace Systems is
also implementing Zinc Nickel plating for steel components as a
drop-in replacement for Cadmium and Titanium Cadmium in support of
the REACh sunset dates. Its first application will be on the
A350-1000 main landing gear.
"As aircraft manufacturers, OEMs and MROs work to comply with
the EU's REACh regulations, we're happy to work with our customers
on these innovative new solutions to help them succeed in achieving
their goals," said Landing Systems President Jim Wharton.
"This is part of UTRC's mission—to quickly transition
world-class science and technology to our businesses enabling
industry-unique solutions for our customers," said Steve Tongue, Senior Director, UTC Aerospace
Systems Program Office, UTRC. "There are significant technology
hurdles to overcome within the aerospace industry as we work to
meet these vital REACh requirements. We still have a long way to
go, but are encouraged by the recent advances we've made."
About UTC Aerospace Systems
UTC Aerospace Systems is
one of the world's largest suppliers of technologically advanced
aerospace and defense products. UTC Aerospace Systems designs,
manufactures and services integrated systems and components for the
aerospace and defense industries, supporting a global customer base
with significant worldwide manufacturing and customer service
facilities. For more information about the company, visit our
website at www.utcaerospacesystems.com or follow us on Twitter:
@utcaerosystems
About United Technologies Research Center
As
the innovation hub of United Technologies Corp. (UTC), United
Technologies Research Center (UTRC) supports the development of new
technologies and capabilities across the company and collaborates
with external research organizations, universities and government
agencies globally to push the boundaries of science and technology.
Further, UTRC leads the monetization of UTC's intellectual property
through business model innovation. UTRC is headquartered in
East Hartford, Connecticut, with
additional operations at its affiliate in Berkeley, California, and its subsidiaries in
Shanghai, China; Rome, Italy; and Cork, Ireland. UTC, based in Farmington, Connecticut, provides high
technology systems and services to the building and aerospace
industries. Learn more at www.utrc.utc.com.
About United Technologies Corporation
United
Technologies Corp., based in Farmington,
Connecticut, provides high-technology systems and services
to the building and aerospace industries. By combining a passion
for science with precision engineering, the company is creating
smart, sustainable solutions the world needs. For more information
about the company, visit our website at www.utc.com or follow us on
Twitter: @UTC
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