As the sole source supplier of these flexible, nonwoven needled products for the current fleet of Space Shuttle Orbiters, Albany's materials are used in a variety of TPS applications covering nearly the entire vehicle surface. These materials are flexible, coated felts designed as strain isolators, thermal barriers, and insulators.

The established quality management system requirements of ISO 9002 and AS 9000, the aerospace quality systems, confirm the expectations for quality products supplied by Albany International to the aerospace industry.

Moisture Control
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SIP (Strain Isolator Pad)
SIP is a flexible, coated TPS felt pad, typically used in conjunction with the vehicle tile TPS system. This product is delivered to the customer as uniquely identified pieces traceable to qualifying test data. The product is available in a variety of thicknesses. (Download product sheet below.)

FRSI (Felt Reusable Surface Insulation)
FRSI is a flexible thermal blanket, heat treated felt, surface coated on one side. This product is installed as continuous panels for use in vehicle areas which can withstand up to 800ºF. Each piece is uniquely identified and traceable to qualifying test data. The product is available in many thicknesses. (Download product sheet below.)

Filler Bar
Filler Bar is a flexible, continuous strip of TPS felt, surface coated on one side with a silicone film, installed in arrays of varying widths to accommodate tile placement. This product is delivered to the customer as narrow strips, cut to customer-required widths. Each piece is uniquely identified and traceable to qualifying test data. The product is available in many thicknesses.

Please contact Marcia Quinlan at 508-337-9528 for additional information.