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Disposable gloves are an important part of personal protective equipment (PPE) in aircraft maintenance. Aircraft technicians routinely work with hydraulic fluids, lubricants, fuels, solvents, cleaners, sealants, adhesives and other chemicals that can come into contact with the skin. The right glove can also help prevent fingerprints, oils, dirt and other contaminants from being transferred to aircraft components and finished surfaces. Latex and nitrile gloves are two of the most common dis …

PPG PR1422 vs. PR1440 vs. P/S 890: Which Aircraft Fuel Tank Sealant Should You Use? Choosing the correct aircraft fuel tank sealant isn't always straightforward. Three of the most common products specified throughout the aerospace industry are PPG PR1422, PPG PR1440, and PPG P/S 890. At first glance, they appear nearly identical—they're all two-part polysulfide sealants designed for integral fuel tanks, they're all available in multiple application classes and work lives, and they all prov …

PPG PR1422 vs. PR1440: What's the Difference Between AMS-S-8802 Type I and Type II Aircraft Fuel Tank Sealants? Aircraft fuel tank sealants are often identified by specifications such as AMS-S-8802 Type I or AMS-S-8802 Type II, but many aircraft maintenance technicians are unsure what these designations actually mean. Since both types are qualified under the same aerospace specification and offer similar sealing performance, it's easy to assume they're interchangeable. In reality, the "Type" des …

Celebrating Aviation Maintenance Technician Day: The Professionals Who Keep Aviation Safe Every year, Aviation Maintenance Technician (AMT) Day gives us an opportunity to recognize the skilled men and women whose dedication keeps aircraft flying safely and reliably. While pilots are often the public face of aviation, aviation maintenance technicians work behind the scenes to ensure every aircraft is ready for flight. Excellence Behind Every Flight On Aviation Maintenance Technician Day, we exten …

You may have noticed that some of the Dupont Molykote Lubricants and Greases look a little different recently.  There is a transition happening on most Molykote products to standardize the products that are sold in the U.S. and the products sold in Europe.  Many of these products are being re-sized and relabeled here in the states and measured in grams as opposed to ounces.  This has caused changes in our part numbers and pricing, and we are doing our best to update product photos …