Project Title
Complete expert refurbishment of TET-16 EINSA Pallet and Container Loading Platform for a global aviation client. Age of the equipment – Year 2000.
Date of Handover to Client
September 2024.
Scope of Client’s Request
To purchase a completely refurbished EINSA TET-16 Loader.
Equipment Information
The TET-16 pallet and container-loading platform is a vehicle with a capacity for 16,000 lb (7,260 kg) designed to load and unload palletised and containerised cargo in the holds of all wide body and narrow body aircraft.
The versatile dual function platform loads and unloads 96″ (243cm) x 125″ (317cm) pallets with a maximum capacity of 16,000 lbs (7,270kg), to facilitate loading / unloading LD3-type containers in aircrafts. The TET-16 operator‘s post is automatically side-shifted onto the cargo deck and converts into a narrow container platform. Thus, the handling operator obtains a two-in-one platform: a pallet platform and a container platform in the same unit.
Initial Challenges
The unit wasn’t in operational service and the requirement of manuals was necessary.
Duration of Process
Six weeks.
Scope of Retrofitment Activities
- Initial assessment of unit on arrival and ordering of parts through OEM EINSA where required.
- Stripping back of the unit to prepare for the in-house workshop blasting and painting preparation.
- New hydraulic piping of the unit with in-house crimping and installation of unit.
- Engine overhaul service and testing.
- Electrical wiring replaced where required and full testing.
- Full replacement of Operator Platform Switches.
- Loler test certificate for the lifting mechanism performed and certified for six months.
- New tyres installed and all brakes serviced.
- Final full extensive operational testing.
Client Feedback
The client was delighted with not only the extensive overhaul of the TET-16 EINSA Pallet and Container Loading Platform, but the speedy turnaround time of completion and delivery to their airport handling operation to support their operation.
The customer remarked on the meticulous attention-to-detail evident in the vehicle, along with the quality workmanship of the refurbishment.
They have indicated that they will also be recommending Adapt GSE’s services and units to other clients.
Adapt GSE Comments
At Adapt GSE we are passionate about our expert GSE refurbishment of GSE assets and using our own in-house experienced team of GSE engineers. We were delighted to be able to take on the refurbishment of the TET-16 EINSA Pallet and Container Loading Platform on behalf of a valued client.
It was a pleasure to be able to listen to our customer’s needs, engage with them, and execute their GSE requirements with a professional approach.
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