aircraft tooling
 

does somebody has some good tips to get aircraft tooling at reasonable prices? Also Avionics tooling tips needed.
How is tool control organised in other companies?

From a new Part145

I'd say go for top whack tools, snap-on or similar. 'Cos you'll save money in the long run for having tools with lifetime guarantees e.t.c. Same with avionics and test equipment. At my college we have all snap-on tools with a tag system for the tool stores.
I'd hate to think of the price for equipping out a part 145 with tools :eek:, but good tools=good quality work, well, most of the time :ok:.
Hope this helps

Tool companies that offer lifetime guarantees (Such as Snap-on, Facom, etc,) are run by franchisees and will try to get out of any replacements or repairs that might cost them money or inconvenience!
I needed to get a screwdriver fixed and was asked for a receipt. After a long discussion :ugh: I was told that guarantees are not transferable, so proof of purchase was needed.

These companys make great tools, but keep the receipts:ok:

Shinobi

I'm with the others regarding quality tools, but having short arms and deep pockets, why not try and pick up some ex-military tooling? Try a search on the web or look at specific military sites like "milweb". You could even try sealed bid auction sites like "Ramco".

Try Craftsman tools. Lifetime guaranteed..uncondiationally. If you ever snap a tool you can just hand it in to any SEARS store in the states and they replace it there and then. The tools are excellent quality...not far off from Snap On in my opinion. Go to Sears.com and flick thru the tooling part for a look at all they have. Also with the Euro vs Dollar at the moment it is very good value!
Off the top of my head i read somehwere that K-Mart are now one of the main suppliers of craftsman tools also.

In relation to your question on how the tooling is controlled, my last workplace had, where possible, a bar code on the tool. When you go to the tool store this tool would be then put out against your name on the aircraft you are working on. This had 2 advantages...You can see who has what tool and also at the end of the check you can see what tools are remaining against an aircraft. For the likes of hand tools where a bar code is not practical to stick onto it, the tools were etched with a number, and it was this number that was used to book the tool out. When it was entered intot he computer system in stores it would come up with the correctpart etc..e.g. 29876 when entered comes up as 2" multi hex socket...

Berten,

Are you looking for Aircraft specialist tools?

If it's general hand tools then I would agree with everything already said, if you need Eurocopter specific tools then PM me, I can give you details of a very reasonable tool supplier.

Eurocopter tools
 

Hey,

Just wondering who the Eurocopter tool supplier could be? Actually I'm looking to get the AS350 tools.

Many thanks

basically anyhting u get has a lifetime warranty.
Some snap on tools are unique but you can buy other brandsw and save money and still have the benefits.
Facom,craftsman,bergen,britool,acesa and many others

Give me the part numbers u require and ill see what i can do?

My company is Lead Aviation Ltd www.leadaviation.com

B Regards
Dan

Craftsman tools
 

I agree with Celtic Mech. Craftsman are excellent value. Certainly never had a problem regarding replacements. Keep checking their site. Every week they have offers. Also if you have friends living near their Close out depots the bargains are unbelievable, providing it is what you want.

tooling
 

FLANK DRIVE COMBINATION WRENCHES (12 POINT, 10mm - 19mm) 1 OEXM710B
FLANK DRIVE COMBINATION WRENCH 6mm (12POINT, short handle) 1 OEXM6B
FLANK DRIVE COMBINATION WRENCH 7mm (12POINT, short handle) 1 OEXM7B
FLANK DRIVE COMBINATION WRENCH 8mm (12POINT, short handle) 1 OEXM8B
FLANK DRIVE COMBINATION WRENCH 9mm (12POINT, short handle) 1 OEXM9B
RATCHET 1/4 DRIVE 1 T936
BREAKER BAR 6" 1 TM10G
EXTENSION 2" 1 TMXK2
EXTENSION 4" 1 TMXK60
UNIVERSAL JOINT 1 TMU8B
SET 1/4 DRIVE 12 POINT SHORT SOCKETS, 11PC FROM 5 TO 14MM 1 111TMMDY
RATCHET 3/8 DRIVE 1 FR936
3/8 SHALLOW SOCKET METRIC 12 POINT CHROME SET 1 212FMY
EXTENSION 4" 1 FXK4
EXTENSION 6" 1 FXK6
BALL PEEN HAMMER 1 BP8B
DEAD BLOW HAMMER 1 HBFE24
PUNCH SET 1 PPCL60AK
ALLEN KEYS METRIC 1 AWMBS9
REVERSIBLE WIRE TWISTER 1 WTRW6A
CUTTER 1 86CF
NEEDLE NOSE TANG 1 95BCP
ADJUSTABLE JOINT PLIER 1 AP10
TELESCOPIC MAGNETIC PICK UP TOOL 1 PT5C
INSPECTION MIRROR 1 PTM143
6 PC SCREWDRIVER SET SOFT GRIP 1 SGDX60BR
MINI TIP 4PC SCREWDRIVER SET 1 SGDX40BR
BLACK/YELLOW 5 NHVFOAMMMEC
LASER ENGRAVING 77 LASER
5 PALLETS; 122 tools; 63 lb 1 FCE 9225 BS