Fatigue Technology 401 Andover Park East Seattle, WA • USA 98188-7605 Tel: (206)246-2010 Fax: (206)244-9886
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Fatigue Technology (FTI) is a world-leading aerospace engineering and manufacturing company. FTI pioneered
cold expansion technology (which provides solutions to fatigue problems associated with holes in metal structures)
back in 1969 and have advanced this science to develop innovative bushing and fastener products. These
proprietary products and associated tooling may be covered by patents or agreements owned by, or exclusively
licensed to Fatigue Technology. Use of tooling procured from other than a licensed source may constitute patent
infringement.
The detailed tooling information in this manual was compiled and written by FTI. The tooling was designed
specifically for use with FTI’s Cold Expansion (Cx) Systems. FTI cannot be held responsible for damage or
injury as a result of operating this equipment if it is used for other than the process intended, with any other tooling
not provided by FTI, or not used in accordance with the instructions contained in this manual. To avoid personal
injury, please observe all safety precautions and instructions. FTI reserves the right to change specifications or
configurations of equipment detailed in this manual as part of our ongoing technical and product improvement
programs. If you have any questions about the use or serviceability of this equipment, please contact our Sales
Department.
FTI’s systems and processes are the subject matter of one or more of the following patents: 4,809,420, 4,885,829,
4,934,170, 5,083,363, 5,096,349, 5,103,548, 5,127,254, 5,129,253, 5,218,854, 5,245,743, 5,305,627,
5,341,559, 5,380,136, 5,405,228, 5,433,100, 5,468,104, 6,077,010, 6,183,180, 6,487,767, 6,792,657,
6,990,722, 7,024,908, 7,100,264; 1,061,276, 513,898, 692015124, 581,385, 69310828, 468,598, 69105390,
643,231, 69414946, 696,686, 785,366, 1032769, and other patents pending. These systems and processes are
tooling critical and must be performed in accordance with FTI’s specifications or controlling documents. To ensure
proper results from FTI’s cold expansion systems and to be licensed to use FTI’s patented processes, it is essential
that FTI’s complete integrated system of tooling be purchased and utilized. The use of tooling purchased from
other than a licensed supplier could jeopardize fatigue life enhancement and may constitute patent infringement.
FTI reserves the right to change the specifications or configurations of tooling detailed in this manual as part of its
ongoing technical and product information program. Should inconsistencies occur between your tooling and this
manual, please contact our Sales Department.
ABOUT FATIGUE TECHNOLOGY
FTI has provided innovative solutions to fatigue problems in metal structures since 1969. Complete systems of
tooling are used worldwide to enhance the fatigue life of holes in airframes, turbine engines, and other critical
structures.
The FTI staff of professionals provides a full range of support services including:
Application engineering
Detailed project planning, implementation and management
On-site assistance, including training and tool room setup
The Sales Department is always available to assist with special fatigue enhancement requirements. Please contact
FTI with questions at any time.
This manual can be made available in other languages. Please contact the Sales Department to request a copy.