How Wulfmeyer NTF solution is the cost effective benchmark for Aircraft floor coverings reducing unscheduled maintenance and repair costs
Aircraft NTF floor coverings are true all-rounders: they have to be lightweight and hard-wearing, whilst being safety-compliant - needing to meet the strict regulatory requirements such as ABD0031, FAR 25.856 and FAR 25.853 as a performance minimum. These floor coverings perform in extreme conditions, enduring thousands of passengers feet every day as well as temperature and pressure fluctuations, fluid spills and tough mechanical loads - and at the same time they are expected to have great aesthetics for several years.
The Wulfmeyer Non-Textile Flooring (NTF) Solution has established itself as the global commercial aircraft flooring benchmark, meeting the standards set by the aviation industry whilst exceeding the performance and cost expectations of engineers and purchasers alike.
The Wulfmeyer Solution process or "wulfmeyern": our process for manufacturing NTF
Since the introduction of our innovative Wulfmeyer NTF sandwich system in 1998, we have been producing non textile floor coverings exclusively for the aviation industry. No other manufacturer in the world does it quite like we do. We call it DNAircraft. Behind DNAircraft lies what truly matters in aircraft manufacturing: the pursuit of precision and perfection.
This advanced bonding and laminating process:
- offers outstanding durability,
- minimizes the formation of bubbles,
- ensures perfect dimensional accuracy.
The Wulfmeyer NTF multilayer structure: smart technology, strong connections.
Our multi-layer NTF structure guarantees the highest possible level of performance for aircraft flooring. We have developed the individual layers in such a way that they exceed the specific requirements of aircraft construction:
- NTF surface layer: Hard wearing aesthetic surface with over 100 design options offering a large array of colours and textures.
- Adhesive layer (Wulfmeyer process): Our proprietary adhesive system offers a strong and Seamless bonding of the layers, which prevents bubble formation and ensures uniform stability.
- Composite material: Offers a lightweight solution, delivering maximum protection to the Aircraft structure, with market leading dimensional stability and flatness ensuring robust weld lines for the life of the flooring..
- Moisture barrier film: Prevents the penetration of moisture and thus protects the underlying structure from corrosion.
- Floor panel: Precise integration into the aircraft structure guarantees a joint-free, durable system.
The Call for Quality - The Foundations of the Wulfmeyer NTF Solution
The Wulfmeyer process was developed in the early 1990s when our team invented the solution to reduce shrinkage and bubbling of aircraft NTF flooring. This innovative solution was qualified by Airbus in 1998 and has since established itself as the industry standard for Non textile flooring. Today, leading airlines and aircraft manufacturers rely on Wulfmeyer NTF to maximize the life of their flooring and minimize maintenance.
An Aviation Floor Covering that delivers value: 6 advantages for Aviation NTF buyers and engineers
Yes, our floor coverings are walking and running surfaces. At the same time, they revolutionize aircraft operation on a very small scale, but with major advantages in the details. It may seem that NTF flooring is just a surface for walking on, or protecting the aircraft from the wheels of galley carts, just a very simple thing. However the technology behind the Wulfmeyer TTF solution has revolutionize aircraft operation, delivering the following sizable benefits…
- Prevents corrosion: Protects the underlying aircraft structure from costly and time-consuming corrosion damage
- Reduce maintenance costs: The increased service life of the product removes unplanned maintenance buy out lasting other NTF products by up to 4 times!
- Minimizing bubbling and telegraphing: Delivering market leading aesthetics and safety, by limiting these common effects that are seen in other NTF products.
- Optimized weld strength and silicon seal performance: The dimensional stability ensures that the weld strength remains robust throughout the life of the product and edge sealing is long lasting greater durability.
- Wide range of design options: With over 100 different NTF designs there is a solution for every aircraft type.
- Available with EASA Form One documentation: All relevant certificates are available to comply with international regulations.
Carpet Underlay Solutions: comfort that flies - and material performance that stays on the floor!
Wulfmeyer’s lightweight foam carpet underlay products not only offer a comfortable walking experience - they also meet all of the required aviation standards, whilst offering over 1kg/m2 of weight saving over standard aviation underlay materials.
These floors are perfect for passanger cabins, crafted using high-quality carpet and NTF flooring that undergo the rigorous Wulfmeyer-process.
Security Step: slip resistance for maximum safety
The Wulfmeyer self-adhesive Security Step is the perfect non-slip solution for high-traffic areas such as aircraft entrance areas, stairs or loading ramps. This special flooring is extremely durable, resistant to water, oils and cleaning agents and ensures surfaces are safe to walk on. It can even be used on unprotected outdoor areas such as airport access routes and ladders.
