When it comes to maintaining helicopters, personnel often need to work at height. Ensuring that this is done safely is of the utmost importance. By using Planet Platforms' helicopter access platforms and helicopter maintenance platforms, this critical factor can be effectively addressed.
Our maintenance platforms are designed with the specific needs of helicopter maintenance in mind. Whether you're working on military helicopters or commercial aircraft, our helicopter platforms provide safe and efficient access to all areas of the helicopter, including the main rotors, tail boom, and tail section
At Planet Platforms, we manufacture our helicopter access platforms using lightweight, corrosion-resistant aluminium. This ensures that our access solutions are easy to manoeuvre and can be quickly deployed, minimising turnaround times and reducing the time your helicopter is out of operation.
All of our helicopter access platforms are designed and manufactured to the highest standards, adhering to the requirements set out in BS EN ISO 14122-1-4 Safety of machinery - Permanent means of access to machinery. This standard provides strict guidance on every aspect of our work platforms, from the pitch of steps to the height and gaps between guardrails.
We go above and beyond to ensure that our access platforms meet and exceed all relevant health, safety, and environmental regulations. Our UKCA accreditation (formerly CE) for the manufacture of access equipment is a testament to our commitment to providing our customers with the safest, most reliable helicopter maintenance solutions on the market.
Our helicopter maintenance platforms are designed with a range of features to enhance safety and productivity during maintenance work:
We also offer flat-packed helicopter access platforms for customers with overseas operations, making transportation more cost-effective and efficient.
Whether you require fixed or mobile access solutions, Planet Platforms has the expertise and experience to provide safe, reliable, and compliant helicopter access platforms tailored to your specific requirements. With our focus on safety, stability, and ease of use, you can trust our helicopter maintenance platforms to help you elevate your maintenance operations to new heights.
Don't compromise on safety or efficiency when it comes to helicopter maintenance. Choose Planet Platforms for all your helicopter access needs.
Q: What types of helicopters can Planet Platforms provide access solutions for?
A: Planet Platforms offers helicopter access platforms and maintenance stands for a wide range of commercial and military helicopters, including Sikorsky S92 and S76, Airbus AS332 Super Puma, EC135, and H175, Augusta Westland AW139 and AW189, and Bell 412 and 429.
Q: How do Planet Platforms' helicopter maintenance platforms enhance safety for maintenance personnel?
A: Our helicopter maintenance platforms incorporate various safety features, such as non-slip surfaces, guardrails, toeboards, and sturdy aluminium construction. These features help prevent slips, falls, and dropped objects, ensuring a safer working environment for maintenance personnel.
Q: Can Planet Platforms' helicopter access platforms be customised to suit specific maintenance needs?
A: Yes, we offer bespoke helicopter access platforms tailored to the specific requirements of our customers. Whether you need a modular or flat-packed design, specific dimensions, or additional features like tool trays or communication links, we can customise our platforms to suit your needs.
Q: How do Planet Platforms' helicopter maintenance stands help improve maintenance efficiency?
A: Our helicopter maintenance stands are designed to provide quick and easy access to critical areas of the aircraft, such as the main rotor, tail boom, and engines. By streamlining access, our platforms help reduce turnaround times and increase overall maintenance efficiency.
Q: Are Planet Platforms' helicopter access platforms compliant with industry regulations?
A: Yes, all of our helicopter access platforms are designed and manufactured to comply with relevant industry standards and regulations, such as BS EN ISO 14122-1-4 Safety of machinery - Permanent means of access to machinery. We also hold UKCA accreditation (formerly CE) for the manufacture of access equipment, ensuring the highest levels of safety and quality.
Q: How can I ensure my maintenance personnel are properly trained to use Planet Platforms' helicopter maintenance stands?
A: Planet Platforms provides comprehensive documentation and support to ensure your maintenance personnel are properly trained to use our helicopter maintenance stands. This includes assembly guides, user manuals, and on-site training if required. We are committed to helping you maintain the highest levels of safety and efficiency in your helicopter maintenance operations.
