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Flying Colours Aviation partners with 8tree to offer dentCHECK-as-a-service™

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8tree’s dentCHECK-as-a-Service program grows with the addition of Flying Colours Aviation as an 8tree Certified Service Partner. dentCHECK-as-a-Service delivers on-demand airframe spot-checks and nose-to-tail mapping for lease transitions and catastrophic hail damage scenarios.

CONSTANCE, GERMANY & RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, NOVEMBER, 29, 2023

Over the past year, 8tree’s dentCHECK-as-a-Service (daaS) business has digitally mapped and reported over 10,000 dents across a dozen commercial aircraft.  In response to growing market demand for such services, 8tree is building a global network of service partners, while also scaling 8tree’s internal services team.  Flying Colours Aviation (FCA) is the latest industry expert to join 8tree’s service network.

Starting September 2023, Flying Colours Aviation becomes an 8tree Certified Service Partner offering dentCHECK-powered on-demand airframe inspection service in Australia and New Zealand.

“We are always staying at the forefront of innovation to support our operations, dedicated to enhancing the quality of services offered to our customers. 8tree’s dentCHECK is a veritable ‘game changer’ within the industry and a transformative addition to FCA’s toolkit. The integration of advanced technology in a practical and highly efficient manner is exemplified by dentCHECK”, said Lloyd Armstrong, Project Manager at Flying Colours Aviation.

“The speed, precision, and effortless acquisition of measurements enabled by dentCHECK, is set to revolutionize the way FCA manages and records exterior damage for airlines and operators. Traditionally, obtaining these data would take an order of magnitude longer.”

“Flying Colours Aviation’s technical understanding of the airframe and their established reputation with aviation operators in Australia and New Zealand made them an obvious choice for us”, said Arun Chhabra, CEO at 8tree.  “We are delighted to have them join 8tree’s global service network.  The combination of Flying Colors Aviation and 8tree’s 3D dent-mapping service is certain to empower customers in the region with accelerated turn-around-times and digitalized damage-records.”

The dentCHECK platform is the world’s only handheld-portable, completely wireless 3D scanner tool with integrated AR that is purpose-built for the aviation maintenance industry and recognized by all major aerospace OEMs. It can also be found integrated into drones and robotic automation cells. Leading Airlines & MROs across the Commercial, Military, Cargo and Business aviation sectors use 8tree’s dentCHECK tool and 8tree’s dentCHECK-as-a-service for mapping aircraft damage and creating detailed SRM-compliant digital damage reports.

With integrated AR, dentCHECK empowers the aircraft technician with instant, actionable measurements for critical airframe damage while boosting consistency (18x), accuracy (20x), efficiency (90% time-savings) and eliminating human-subjectivity, compared to traditional manual inspection methods.  dentCHECK delivers precision measurements ‘as simple as taking a photo’, and enhances safety through an improved understanding of airframe reliability.

Learn how dozens of airlines/MROs are using dentCHECK by reading our customer testimonials.

 

About 8tree

8tree tools, technology and services boost your production quality with precision 3D measurement that is as simple as taking a photo.
With built-in AR, 8tree’s tools empower operators of every skill-level to achieve accurate, consistent, and actionable inspection results within seconds.

For more information, visit 8-tree.com.
For recent news follow 8tree on LinkedIn.

 

About Flying Colours Aviation

Flying Colours Aviation (FCA) is a leading aircraft repainting provider in the Australasia region, servicing the repaint and corrosion control requirements of civil and defence aircraft and operators. With the capability to strip and repaint aircraft up to Boeing 757-200 and C-130J at our Townsville facility in Queensland Australia. FCA has a proven track record providing a full suite of high quality, innovative and environmentally sustainable services that ensures all aircraft are repainted to meet or exceed customer expectations.

For more information, visit fca.aero

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8tree delivers on-demand dent-mapping services for Swiss International Air Lines

By dentCHECK, Newsroom, Press, Testimonial

8tree’s dentCHECK-as-a-Service™ digitally mapped and reported hail damage on the control surfaces of B777 and A220 aircraft operated by Swiss International Air Lines.

CONSTANCE, GERMANY & RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, NOVEMBER 30, 2023

More than 1,500 dents were digitally mapped and reported by 8tree’s dentCHECK-as-a-Service (daaS) at Swiss International Air Lines (SWISS) hangars in Zurich, Switzerland. The control surfaces of a B777 and an A220 had been damaged in a hailstorm. 8tree’s service engineers used the dentCHECK dent-mapping tool to digitally map and report all dents on the affected areas, efficiently and effectively.

“We are very satisfied with the service provided by 8tree”, says Claus Bauer, Head of Technical Division at SWISS. “The automated dentCHECK-tool helped us to record hail damage quickly and completely so that we could rectify it promptly. This enabled us to return the aircraft concerned to flight operations in airworthy condition as quickly as possible, which is of key importance to us as an airline.”

“We are excited that Swiss International Air Lines decided to perform the dent-mapping on two hail damaged aircraft with 8tree’s service capabilities”, said Erik Klaas, CTO, 8tree. “As the first Swiss airline, they joined the growing base of dentCHECK-as-a-Service customers who disposition hail damage affected aircraft using our dentCHECK tool. We look forward to continuing Swiss International Airlines maintenance operations.”

The dentCHECK platform is the world’s only handheld-portable, completely wireless 3D scanner tool with integrated AR that is purpose-built for the aviation maintenance industry and recognized by all major aerospace OEMs. It can also be found integrated into drones and robotic automation cells. Leading Airlines & MROs across the Commercial, Military, Cargo and Business aviation sectors use 8tree’s dentCHECK tool and 8tree’s dentCHECK-as-a-service for mapping aircraft damage and creating detailed SRM-compliant digital damage reports.

With integrated AR, dentCHECK empowers the aircraft technician with instant, actionable measurements for critical airframe damage while boosting consistency (18x), accuracy (20x), efficiency (90% time-savings) and eliminating human-subjectivity, compared to traditional manual inspection methods. dentCHECK delivers precision measurements ‘as simple as taking a photo’, and enhances safety through an improved understanding of airframe reliability.

Learn how dozens of airlines/MROs are using dentCHECK by reading our customer testimonials.

About 8tree
8tree tools, technology and services boost your production quality with precision 3D measurement that is as simple as taking a photo.
With built-in AR, 8tree’s tools empower operators of every skill-level to achieve accurate, consistent, and actionable inspection results within seconds.

For more information, visit 8-tree.com.
For recent news follow 8tree on LinkedIn.

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Avinxt integrates dentCHECK® in automated robotics system

By dentCHECK, Newsroom, Press

8tree extends its automation inspection portfolio by partnering with Avinxt for robotic aviation inspection system.

CONSTANCE, GERMANY & RANCHO CUCAMONGA, CALIFORNIA, NOVEMBER 22, 2023

8tree’s 3D inspection engines can be found in the hands of human operators, mounted on drones, and integrated into robotic automation cells.

The automatic robotics system from Avinxt for fully automated aircraft de-icing, washing and engine wash will debut at Avinor Oslo Airport (OSL), where the robot will be built in 2024.  The robot, which replaces the current manual and time-consuming processes, is faster,  more environmentally friendly and more cost-effective than traditional methods.

“By integrating 8tree’s technology with our robotics system, we can scan aircraft for damage. The system performs aircraft surface inspections with extreme precision within a few hours, compared to manual processes that take several weeks. We believe this service will be in high demand from airlines and leasing companies as it will significantly reduce costs,” said CEO Ove Trøen of Avinxt.

“We are excited to work with Avinxt on this very novel robotic inspection concept”, said Erik Klaas, CTO and Co-Founder at 8tree. “Never before was it possible to automate aircraft inspection to this degree. We see a big potential not only in the case of hail damage assessment on the entire aircraft but also in cases where the aircraft changes ownership. This has always been an area with lots of debate which now can be resolved with an objective and quick process.”

The dentCHECK platform is the world’s only handheld-portable, completely wireless 3D scanner tool with integrated AR that is purpose-built for the aviation maintenance industry and recognized by all major aerospace OEMs. It can also be found integrated into drones and robotic automation cells. Leading Airlines & MROs across the Commercial, Military, Cargo and Business aviation sectors use 8tree’s dentCHECK tool and 8tree’s dentCHECK-as-a-service for mapping aircraft damage and creating detailed SRM-compliant digital damage reports.

With integrated AR, dentCHECK empowers the aircraft technician with instant, actionable measurements for critical airframe damage while boosting consistency (18x), accuracy (20x), efficiency (90% time-savings) and eliminating human-subjectivity, compared to traditional manual inspection methods.  dentCHECK delivers precision measurements ‘as simple as taking a photo’, and enhances safety through an improved understanding of airframe reliability.

Learn how dozens of airlines/MROs are using dentCHECK by reading our customer testimonials.

About 8tree
8tree tools, technology and services boost your production quality with precision 3D measurement that is as simple as taking a photo.
With built-in AR, 8tree’s tools empower operators of every skill-level to achieve accurate, consistent, and actionable inspection results within seconds.

For more information, visit 8-tree.com.
For recent news follow 8tree on LinkedIn.

About Avinxt

Avinxt is building the world’s biggest robot powered by green technology and artificial intelligence that will reduce cost and carbon emissions for the aviation industry. Supported by Canrig and Siemens, the world’s largest robot from Avinxt will potentially replace the current manual and time-consuming processes for de-ice, wash, engine wash and technical inspection of aircraft. The first robot is expected to be in operation at Oslo Airport in 2024.

For more information, visit avinxt.com.

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8tree’s Calibration Laboratory achieves ISO 17025 Accreditation from Deutsche Akkreditierungsstelle (DAkkS)

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CONSTANCE, GERMANY, SEPTEMBER 16, 2023 

 

8tree ISO17025 Accreditation

ISO17025 Certificate

8tree, a global leader in 3D surface inspection tools, is proud to announce that its calibration laboratory based in Constance, Germany has been accredited according to ISO 17025 by the Deutsche Akkreditierungsstelle (DAkkS), the accreditation body of the Federal Republic of Germany, with the accreditation number D-K-21981-01-00.  

This significant achievement underscores 8tree’s unwavering commitment to quality and precision measurements. 

The ISO/IEC 17025 accreditation is a testament to a laboratory’s technical competence and ability to produce precise and accurate test and calibration data. It sets the gold standard for calibration and testing laboratories  worldwide, ensuring that they adhere to the highest quality benchmarks. 

“We are proud to achieve this accreditation from DAkkS, which is a testament to our continuous pursuit of excellence and quality,” said Arun Chhabra, CEO of 8tree. “This recognition further solidifies our position as a trusted partner for our customers, ensuring that our products and services are of the highest caliber, and that we continue to exceed customer expectations.” 

What does ISO 17025 Accreditation Mean? 

  • It signifies that the laboratory technically operates with high accuracy, reliability, and consistency. 
  • It ensures that the laboratory has a robust quality management system in place, and  an external body regularly audits its operations.
  • The laboratory’s results are internationally recognized, paving the way for even more global business opportunities. 

Benefits of ISO 17025 Accreditation: 

  • Enhanced Credibility: Clients and partners can trust the results produced by the laboratory. 
  • Operational Excellence: Streamlined processes lead to reduced errors and increased efficiency. 
  • Global Recognition: The laboratory’s results are accepted and recognized worldwide. 
  • Continuous Improvement: Regular audits ensure that the laboratory is always improving its processes and methodologies. 

To access ‘ ‘8tree’s accreditation on the website of the Accreditation body, please visit https://www.dakks.de/en/accredited-body.html?id=D-K-21981-01-00. 

About 8tree 

8tree tools, technology and services boost your production quality with precision 3D measurement that is as simple as taking a photo.
With built-in AR, 8tree’s tools empower operators of every skill-level to achieve accurate, consistent, and actionable inspection results within seconds.   

For more information, visit 8-tree.com. 
For recent news follow 8tree on LinkedIn.

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