7 June, 2019:MK Test Systems, a world-leading manufacturer of automatic electrical harness testing systems has achieved approval from Boeing for its Bond Loop and Joint Resistance Tester (BLRT), and can now conduct loop resistance measurement tests on unfuelled aircraft. The BLRT may be now used as a replacement for the legacy Loop Resistance Testers (LRT) in both production and maintenance tasks on all production Boeing commercial aircraft.
Carl Bullock, MD of MK Test Systems, commented "The approval confirms Boeing's confidence in the BLRT. We're proud to have developed in partnership with The Boeing Company a product which makes electrical testing easier and quicker for OEMs and MROs all around the world."
The BLRT is a lightweight comprehensive measurement tool that provides fully automated data collection capabilities on the integrated computer. The system is capable of guiding users through complete test sequences using graphic and textual user prompts for test set up and measurement. Measured values and Pass or Fail status is immediately reported, results can be automatically recorded to customer network resources. These enhancements allow users to improve two-man jobs to single-person assignments that can be completed more accurately with as much as 80% enhancement in overall labour content.
Demand for the BLRT is expected to grow following Boeing approval - with a quantity of systems in stock for rapid delivery and with a new production leadtime of just 4 weeks, MK Test Systems is prepared for a large uplift in orders.