The Generic Fastener Installation Trainer (GFIT) provides each student with the initial cognitive and manipulative skills required for accurate hardware assembly. It is extremely portable and cost effective, requiring only a limited selection of hand tools and a bench vice. Although primarily designed for the aviation industry, the GFIT can be easily adapted to suit any industry that provides training in simple manufacture and hardware assembly.
Key features:
Fastener identification and operation
Determination of fits and clearances
Progressive/Pattern/ torqueing
Prevailing torque measurement/application
Lock tab installation
Application of chemical locking compounds
Split pinning (cotter pin installation)
Assembly of all-metal and low temperature lock nuts
Assembly and locking of an electrical connector
Single strand locking of black box screws
Figure 8 lockwiring of MS engine bolts
Double strand lockwiring of AN type bolts
Assembly of AN type unions and rigid plumbing
Training standards and qualifications include:
EASA/EMAR Pt66
FAA
City & Guilds
CASA MEA