Global Manufacturing Capabilities - Trelleborg Sealing Solutions
Global Manufacturing Capabilities - Trelleborg Sealing Solutions
Global Manufacturing Capabilities - Trelleborg Sealing Solutions
Create successful ePaper yourself
Turn your PDF publications into a flip-book with our unique Google optimized e-Paper software.
<strong>Trelleborg</strong> <strong>Sealing</strong> <strong>Solutions</strong> Cadley Hill (UK)<br />
Service<br />
We have developed and evolved<br />
expertise in the manufacture of<br />
annulus filler seals through<br />
partnerships with leading aero<br />
engine customers. These are<br />
custom designed to incorporate<br />
14<br />
silicone elastomers in conjunction<br />
with fabrics and metallic or carbon<br />
composites. The use of these has<br />
resulted in competitive advantage<br />
through improved engine efficiency<br />
and lower operating costs.<br />
Our proven capabilities include<br />
project management of design,<br />
prototyping, production, test and<br />
installation using state-of-the-art<br />
design, development and<br />
manufacturing tools.<br />
Company Profile<br />
<strong>Trelleborg</strong> <strong>Sealing</strong> <strong>Solutions</strong> Cadley<br />
Hill is the principal manufacturer<br />
of airframe seals and reinforced<br />
elastomeric components for the<br />
aerospace industry with leading<br />
design and materials expertise,<br />
best practice manufacturing and<br />
customized distribution capabilities.<br />
The company is a division of<br />
<strong>Trelleborg</strong> <strong>Sealing</strong> <strong>Solutions</strong> and is<br />
based on a modern 5000 square<br />
meter site at Cadley, Swadlincote<br />
Derbyshire. There are 150 employees.<br />
Our manufacturing capability extends<br />
to over 9000 different seals.<br />
Airframe seals are used in the<br />
engine compartment and<br />
throughout the aircraft body on<br />
wings, windows and doors, where<br />
they contribute to aerodynamic<br />
efficiency. Our inflatable seals,<br />
individually designed and<br />
manufactured for many models<br />
of fighter jet, have performed<br />
successfully in challenging safetycritical<br />
cockpit applications.