Rapid Intelligent Fastener Fill System (RIFFS™)
RIFFS
™ is an automated set
of handheld tools that an operator uses to select and adhere a thermoplastic
polyurethane (TPU) dot over an installed fastener head, melt and compress the
TPU dot into the fastener cavity, and remove excess TPU material until flush
with the aircraft surface.
Advantages:
- Reduced manufacturing cycle times
- Usable in all situations including overhead and vertical installations
- Improved fastener fill quality
- Reduced operator burden