The Dedicated B787 Windshield Access Stand for Dreamliner Maintenance
The dedicated B787 Windshield Access Stand is an indispensable component for any comprehensive maintenance operation supporting the Boeing 787 Dreamliner fleet. Designed to interface precisely with the unique geometry of the B787 nose section, this specialized platform provides safe, stable, and ergonomic access for technicians performing critical work on the aircraft’s forward structure. Precision is paramount when accessing components situated approximately five meters above the hangar floor, such as the large windscreen panels which span around 3.5 meters across the aircraft’s nose.
Enhanced Safety and Workflow with the B787 Windshield Access Stand
The primary function of this custom-engineered platform is to facilitate all required maintenance activities related to the flight deck windscreens and surrounding components. This includes detailed windscreen inspections, preventative maintenance checks, and complete windscreen changeovers. These changeovers are maintained on condition rather than a fixed schedule, often due to optical quality loss, heating system failures, or random lamination issues. Furthermore, the platform offers superior access for the inspection and maintenance of associated wipers, wiper motors, and the crucial hump seal around the airframe.
Given the high cost of the aircraft and the imperative to maintain operational schedules, minimizing the risk of damage during maintenance is critical. This stand is engineered with proximity in mind, allowing engineers to position the working deck close enough to the airframe for detailed work while ensuring structural stability and minimizing the risk of striking the aircraft.
Sturdy and Configurable Design Features
A key feature of the B787 Windshield Access Stand is its sturdy and configurable design. Access to the working deck is provided via integrated stairs, which are available to be positioned off the end or either side of the main structure, allowing for ideal hangar placement and workflow integration. The platform’s guardrails are also fully configurable, ensuring maximum safety and adaptability for various maintenance scenarios and access points around the windscreen area.
Special padded handrails are incorporated into the design to protect the aircraft against accidental contact while the stand is in use, aligning with our commitment to Safety First.
Secure and Spacious Work Deck
The top deck provides ample usable space, offering a wide and deep working area that accommodates multiple technicians and necessary tooling. The platform’s deck surface utilizes a high-traction tread design, enhancing technician safety during ascent, descent, and movement across the workspace. For increased worker protection, the top deck is equipped with self-closing safety gates and deck handrail extensions, fulfilling stringent fall protection requirements.
Optimized Mobility and Stability
Mobility and stability are addressed through a sophisticated chassis system. The platform is mobile, mounted on substantial 260mm pneumatic wheels, enabling smooth and easy maneuvering into position beneath the B787 nose. Once in the desired location, adjustable jacks ensure the platform is stabilized and securely leveled, eliminating any movement or flexing even under the weight and movement of technicians and equipment.
This steadfast stability is vital when performing intricate tasks requiring precision. If you require a different configuration, explore our adjustable Boeing B787 Windshield Access Stand.
Integrated Lifting Hoist for Efficiency
To support the practical demands of maintenance, the platform incorporates a lifting hoist mechanism. This hoist extends to the top platform and is specifically designed to raise and lower materials, parts, and tools from the floor level to the working deck. This feature significantly enhances workflow efficiency by minimizing manual lifting and simplifying the logistics of transporting replacement windscreens, seals, or repair materials directly to the work area, demonstrating our efficient approach to complex tasks.
The system is engineered to manage the necessary loads, ensuring that the working platform remains structurally sound without experiencing flexing, thereby maintaining a consistently secure environment for the personnel and the aircraft.
The comprehensive design makes this B787 Windshield Access Stand an indispensable asset for maintaining the critical windscreen and forward fuselage components of the Boeing 787. It ensures that inspections, replacements, and repairs are carried out efficiently and to the highest standards of safety, protecting both maintenance personnel and the integrity of the aircraft.
