Aerospace Riveting with High‑Pressure Hydraulic Power Pumps

Aerospace riveting applications require consistent hydraulic pressure and high reliability to support repetitive fastening operations. A Power Team hydraulic power pump solution was selected to drive a double‑acting hydraulic fastener system, improving consistency, speed, and durability in a high‑cycle production environment.

An aerospace customer required a high‑cycle, reliable, high‑pressure hydraulic pump to power a hydraulic riveting and fastener installation system. The application demanded consistent pressure delivery across repeated cycles to maintain fastener quality and production throughput.

Riveting operations place continuous demands on hydraulic power systems. Inconsistent pressure, insufficient flow, or unreliable pump performance can lead to variable rivet quality, increased rework, and unplanned downtime in aerospace manufacturing environments.

The customer selected the Power Team PE55 Series hydraulic power pump equipped with specialized valving to operate their double‑acting hydraulic fastener tool. The PE55 Series pump was chosen for its ability to deliver consistent high pressure and withstand continuous, high‑cycle operation required in aerospace riveting applications. 

The PE55 Series hydraulic power pump provided stable, repeatable pressure to the riveting system, supporting consistent fastener installation and reliable production output. The solution improved system reliability while supporting the customer’s high‑cycle aerospace manufacturing requirements.

In high‑cycle aerospace riveting operations, the use of a dedicated high‑pressure hydraulic power pump typically improves riveting consistency while reducing process variability. Customers commonly experience an estimated 15–25% reduction in cycle time per fastening operation due to stable pressure delivery and fewer interruptions. Improved pressure control can also reduce rework and inspection adjustments, contributing to more consistent rivet quality and higher overall production efficiency in aerospace manufacturing environments.