Dry transfer" kits for mandatory aircraft markings

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(2001), "Dry transfer" kits for mandatory aircraft markings", Aircraft Engineering and Aerospace Technology, Vol. 73 No. 3. https://doi.org/10.1108/aeat.2001.12773cad.002

"Dry transfer" kits for mandatory aircraft markings

"Dry transfer" kits for mandatory aircraft markings

Keywords: Graphicraft, Aircraft, Graphics

Easy fitting, a top quality finish and low maintenance are the key advantages claimed of a new "dry transfer" technique for applying mandatory aircraft markings.

This latest aviation graphics innovation has been developed and launched by UK-based Graphicraft, designer and supplier of vinyl aircraft graphics. Embracing technical, engineering and warning markings, the new dry transfer kits (Plate 1) are thought to deliver important advantages over existing methods such as decal and paint stencil kits.

According to Graphicraft, the new "fit and forget" application method is applied dry and over-lacquered to achieve a high quality, original equipment finish. Visual appearance is also said to be markedly enhanced because "dry transfer" uses a very thin material designed to ensure a flush fit to the aircraft's paint or graphics.

Plate 1 Graphicraft's new dry transfer technique for applying mandatory aircraft markings

Tony Kent, sales manager at Graphicraft said:

We've dubbed it a "fit and forget" option because aircraft maintenance engineers will be able to do just that. The graphics are applied dry which means they are easier to fit and, because the finished decals are so durable, there is far less wear and tear to deal with down the line.

Available in a multitude of type styles and special colour options for corporate identity requirements, the new transfers are stated to be UV-stable to prevent discolouration and fading. Dual language options can also be specified.

Graphicraft has been designing, producing and applying decorative and mandatory aircraft markings for permanent and short-term use for over 20 years. As well as its latest "dry transfer" mandatory markings, the company also supplies traditional stencil and decal kits. "Aircraft downtime coupled with the graphics' durability and physical appearance are the chief factors in weighing up which type of application method to use", explains Tony Kent. "Hence the importance of offering the industry a range of markings options."

Details available from: Graphicraft. Tel: +44 (0) 1234 211421; Fax: +44 (0)1234 342293; E-mail: sales@graphicraft.co.uk; Web site: www.graphicraft.co.uk