The aviation industry demands the highest quality products that must perform in all types of weather and environmental conditions. This is especially true for ground support equipment. The preconditioned air (PCA) ducting and the lavatory-waste hoses are generally used each time an aircraft is located at the jet bridge. Only reliable, long-lasting products are acceptable to reduce aircraft on ground (AOG) dwell time and maximize passenger comfort. ABC’s PCA ducting and lavatory hoses are proven to stand up to industry demands with exceptional reliability and performance in commercial aviation environments, making them a preferred solution for cold air applications and environmental control systems.
High-Quality PCA and lavatory ducting for specialized use in the aviation industry
ABC’s Aviation Product Development
ABC has long-term experience in making reliable, high-quality ducting for mining and tunneling applications. For over two decades now, we have applied this experience to make PCA and lavatory ducting for the aviation industry. We have developed products that are trusted and used at airports and ground support facilities all over the world. Our products are used by some of the best original equipment manufacturers in the business, delivering complete ducting assemblies that meet strict aerospace performance requirements.
These durable components meet the specifications of major GSE and aircraft service providers. Our hoses and ducting are used by the military for the most advanced and expensive jet fighters in the world, including solutions crafted with specialized silicone rubber compounds for enhanced flexibility and durability.
What We Offer
ABC sets the bar for quality aviation-ducting products. We developed both standard and heavy-duty PCA ducting, which can stand up to harsh environmental conditions and heavy use. We offer both a lay-flat and rigid style, depending on specific needs. We offer several different connectors, cuffs and diffuser fittings to ensure the proper fit for the ground support equipment unit to the aircraft. All our products are UV resistant, fire rated and resistant to mold and mildew, ensuring dependable reliability across all commercial aviation operations and environmental control systems applications.
PCA Aviation Ducting
Our PCA ducting is used to channel heated, cooled and dehumidified air from the ground support equipment to the aircraft without losing significant pressure or change in temperature. Our lavatory ducting is made in two styles: one for gravity extraction and the other for vacuum-assist extraction of waste from the aircraft.
Aviation Ducting Products for Aircraft Ground Support
ABC Industries manufactures durable aviation ducting products for aircraft ground-support operations, including insulated PCA ducting, transition hoses and lavatory-waste hoses. These products are designed for repeated use on the tarmac, where reliable airflow, temperature control, secure connections and efficient aircraft turnaround are essential.
Our product line includes lightweight lay-flat ducting, abrasion-resistant heavy-duty constructions, wire-reinforced transition hoses and gravity or vacuum-assist lavatory-waste hoses. Product selection depends on operating temperature, equipment configuration, required airflow, handling demands and environmental exposure.
- BridgeCool®: Insulated, wire-reinforced PCA ducting designed to move preconditioned air efficiently through passenger-boarding bridge areas and connected hose assemblies.
- FFX PCA Lay-Flat Ducting: Heat-sealed lay-flat ducting made for worldwide airline use, with UV stabilization, mold and mildew inhibitors and a heavy-duty abrasion-resistant wear strip.
- FloFlex™ Pre-Conditioned Air Ducting: Insulated lay-flat PCA ducting with an abrasion-resistant wear strip, extended inner lining and elastic seals that help minimize air loss.
- FloHeat PCA Transition Hose: Heavy-duty, wire-reinforced transition hose designed for preconditioned-air applications and prolonged exposure to heated air.
- Pre-Conditioned Air Transition Hose: Wire-reinforced PCA transition ducting with a rugged welded exterior and inner liner designed to resist delamination.
- UltraLyte® Pre-Conditioned Air Ducting: Lightweight, insulated lay-flat ducting with reinforced seams and durable three-ply fabric for easier handling without sacrificing performance.
- Lavatory Waste Hose — Gravity Flow: Leak-proof urethane hose with durable cuffs and a crushable nylon helix for gravity-fed aircraft waste-removal operations.
- Lavatory Waste Hose — Vacuum Assist: Heavy-duty urethane hose with a steel-wire helix and cut-resistant cuffs for vacuum-assisted aircraft waste removal.
To select the right aviation ducting assembly, consider temperature range, diameter, length, abrasion exposure, storage and handling, and the required connection between the ground-support equipment and aircraft. ABC offers standard products, multiple end finishes and custom configurations for commercial and military ground-support requirements.
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