MPF-20000 Aircraft Wing Peening Machine | Wheelabrator
MPF 20000 is a nine-axis CNC airblast system for saturation shot peening and peen forming of aircraft wing skins. The machine coordinates two symmetrical four-axis robot groups, an NC overhead conveyor and closed-loop media generators for large automated components.
Technical profile
| Manufacturer / publisher | Wheelabrator |
|---|---|
| Category | Mass finishing & blasting systems |
| Updated | 2026-10-11 18:33:15 |
Large-part handling
The NC overhead conveyor uses a removable fixturing frame with onboard electric hoists and component-position recognition. The documented work envelope reaches 20 m length, 2.5 m width and 2,000 kg.
Peening architecture
Two symmetrical four-axis robot groups each carry six pressure nozzles. Their motion can be synchronized for saturation peening, while closed-loop generators regulate air pressure and shot flow.
A camera-based position-scanning system is listed, with optional 3D measurement for additional component-location control.
Media and enclosure
The recovery system classifies three media sizes and supports steel balls up to 3.5 mm. The blast chamber uses double lining for acoustic attenuation and pass-through vestibules with retractable sealing brushes and curtains.
Control and qualification
Supervision software provides peening, production and maintenance functions. The documented control system cites DMP 28, MIL S 1365 and AMS 2432; production compliance still depends on validated recipes, calibration, media control and customer procedure.