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- One Part Structural Adhesives
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Aircraft MRO painting solutions
For commercial airliners to business jets, your processes and equipment in aircraft painting and paint removal can make all the difference in your operation, in speed, efficiency, safety, and maintaining your reputation in aerospace and aircraft MRO. 3M provides a breadth of aircraft painting solutions that make for excellent results, and can also save you time and added expense along the way. You bring the livery and the paint. We deliver abrasives and masking, surface prep and adhesion promoters, equipment for specialised paint application and touch‑up, and more.
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Paint smarter, help save on material costs*
Painting and coating is typically one of the most expensive parts of the repair process. Improving your transfer efficiency can help. Transfer efficiency equates to the amount of material (paint) effectively used on the job. A higher transfer efficiency rating means less material is wasted, which can save you money. When tested against a range of industry-leading premium spray guns, 3M™ Performance Spray Gun showed a high 78% transfer efficiency while spraying automotive base coat.
- One of the lightest spray guns in the industry
- Sprays a full range of coatings — even epoxies and adhesives
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Surface prepFor sanding metal and composites, 3M™ Xtract™ Discs help maintain a cleaner work environment and offer industry‑leading cut rate, resulting in better performance and improved results.
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MaskingKnowing what to expect from your materials helps make production more predictable, whether you are assembling pieces in a factory or putting materials together on a job site. At 3M, we apply the science of adhesion to deliver masking products that help improve the design and manufacturing processes of companies around the world.
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Surface treatmentSurface preparation is one of the most important parts of the paint process. Proper prep means less risk of wasting time and money on rework further downstream. Find pre-treatments from 3M.
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Paint and coating applicationSpraying redefined: Bring more consistency and quality into your paint operations. You can accelerate productivity gains and reduce material expenses.
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Booth protection
As another layer of confidence in MRO surface protection, 3M offers a variety of masking and surface protection solutions inside the paint booth and out. They help protect against dust, contaminants, liquids, and other potential hazards.
Small area surface protection
3M™ Self-Stick Liquid Protection FabricLarge area surface protection
3M Dirt Trap Material & Dispensers for transportation
More aircraft MRO solutions
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Erosion protection
Manage degradation from rain, sand, particulates, and more.
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Corrosion prevention and control
Keep fluids at bay to get the aircraft ready for service.
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Impact protection
Protect from erosion, foreign object debris (FOD), and chemical exposure.
Learn more about impact protection
Our aircraft solutions do not stop at MRO
At 3M, commitment to the aerospace industry begins where the aircraft begins. To learn more about how 3M supports aircraft OEMs and Tier suppliers, visit the 3M Aerospace website.
Need help finding the right solution?
3M is constantly working to meet the evolving challenges of aerospace industry professionals worldwide. If you need help finding an existing solution or would like to talk about specific ideas you are working on, get in touch with us, or find a distributor.
