Just over a year after construction began, Liebherr-Aerospace has inaugurated its newly extended production area in Lindenberg, Germany. This new facility includes a centre of excellence for coating, with a focus on more sustainable surface treatment technologies.
Liebherr-Aerospace has implemented state-of-the-art heating technology in the new building, similar to that used in existing areas of the company. This includes heat recovery with heat pumps operated by gas instead of refrigerants. Additionally, a photovoltaic system has been installed on the grass-covered roof to enhance sustainability.
A primary goal in developing advanced coating processes is to identify and use alternative materials and environmentally friendly procedures. This is particularly challenging in aviation, where materials must meet stringent safety standards. Liebherr-Aerospace has adopted high-velocity oxygen fuel (HVOF) spraying as a solution to replace the traditional chrome-plating process without compromising the quality or safety of aircraft components. The new extension is equipped with the latest technology to increase HVOF process capacity, securing Liebherr’s expertise in Lindenberg while significantly reducing transport routes within the production process.
Liebherr-Aerospace is already using the HVOF process in series production for both the exterior and interior of components. Currently, Liebherr is the only company in the aerospace industry to offer this technology.
