In aviation maintenance and operations, ensuring a reliable power source is essential. Continuous power units (CPUs) play a critical role in providing stable DC power to aircraft systems during ground operations, preventing unnecessary battery drain and supporting various maintenance activities. Why Continuous Power Is Essential in Aircraft Operations Aircraft systems require consistent power for…
The aviation industry continually evolves, driven by the need for safety, efficiency, and sustainability. One significant advancement in ground support equipment is the development of electric tugs. Unlike their gas or diesel-powered counterparts, electric tugs offer a cleaner, quieter, and more efficient solution for moving aircraft on the ground. As more airports and aviation businesses…
A static frequency converter (SFC) is a type of electrical device used to convert the frequency of an alternating current (AC) power source from one frequency to another. It operates without any moving parts, hence the term “static.” The primary purpose of a static frequency converter is to enable equipment that requires power at a…
Load banks are used in aviation for testing and maintaining the functionality of aircraft power systems, particularly their electrical and auxiliary power units (APUs). They provide a controlled and simulated load that mimics the power requirements of aircraft systems during various operational scenarios. Why are load banks are used in aviation?: Testing Power Systems: Aircraft…
The primary function of ground support equipment is to support on-ground operations between flights when the aircraft is parked at the gate, in a hangar, or in a remote location. GSE is frequently used to maintain both commercial and military aircraft, with ground power units (GPUs) being the most well-known equipment used. Aircraft function independently…
We’re back again with another product spotlight this week and this time around its the Aircraft Tugs that we manufacturer here at HSM Aviation. Elvin Price; the company’s founder, set out to design an aviation tug capable of manoeuvring an aircraft within a confined space after being dissatisfied with the performance of current aircraft tugs…
This week, we’re putting the spotlight on all the Ground Power Units Red Box Aviation has to offer. The catalogue of GPU’s we’ve developed over the years has been specifically designed to be able to provide every variation of power required for not just aviation, for the automotive, rail and military industries respectively. Whether you need…
If you’re after a portable load bank, Red Box have been supplying for civil and military aviation for over twenty years in 28V DC, 270V DC and 400hz options. But what are they and what are they used for? A load bank in its simplest form ensures that any equipment being used is able to…
We’ve got another set of products to showcase this week, this time around it’s our Frequency Converters. Red Box supply both mobile and static options alongside our Ground Power Units, which range in power from 1KVA to 120KVA, all of which are certified by the TUV SUD product service laboratory. Let’s explain what Frequency Converters…
W Some customers only want a unit to start in emergencies and some will be using it multiple times a day. Although the Red Box Aviation units provided by HSM Aviation are designed to initially power aircraft, some customers require a small amount of continuous power as well. Please discuss your requirements with our sales…
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