Connecting the bridge
with the fuselage
The Passenger Boarding Bridge Interface from HÜBNER connects the passenger boarding bridge with the aircraft fuselage. It provides optimal sealing with all aircraft types, high efficiency as well as optional touchless docking.
Five modules for gap-free docking with the aircraft
- Bumpers: Bumpers from HÜBNER are manufactured using a special process which ensures that the bumpers retain their flexibility at all temperatures and provide a perfect seal – whether for smaller aircraft such as the EMB 145 or larger planes such as the Airbus 320 and even the jumbo Airbus A380.
- Tiltable pivot adapter: The tiltable pivot adapter makes it possible to make tilt corrections up to 6° and replaces the former floor element.
- Folding canopy: For the folding canopy of our PBB Interface we exclusively use folding bellows fabric that we have developed and produced ourselves. This material is highly fire resistant and meets the most important international fire safety standards such as NFPA 415.
- Flexible sliding floor: The flexible sliding floor can be advanced to perfectly conform with the contour of the aircraft body. The maximum extension is 400 mm along the whole length of the unit. To prevent any possible damage to the surface of the airplane, there is a rubber bumper on the leading edge of the sliding floor element. Optionally the PBB Interface can be equipped with an additional sensor system and with a floor heating system.
- Kinematic and drive system: This is the system that performs the extension and retraction of the folding canopy. The lever system of the patented kinematic system ensure optimal sealing of the bumpers at the aircraft body contours – with a minimum amount of pressure applied.
Ihr Kontakt
Frank Klöckl
Suitable for all aircraft types
The Passenger Boarding Bridge Interface (PBB Interface) is suited for handling all standard aircraft types, including the latest generations of aircraft. In comparison to existing aircraft connection systems, impressive energy savings are possible with this system due to improved sealing mechanics.
PPB Interface - Design
The module consists of a solid basic frame that is mounted on the cabin of the passenger boarding bridge as well as an adjustable tilt-correction floor element with the folding canopy. The horizontal orientation of the PBB Interface to the airplane entrance is performed via the tilt correction movement. In contrast to earlier pendulum floors, the new flexible sliding floor element moves together with the complete canopy. This allows for optimal sealing – a noticeable benefit particularly with extreme exterior temperatures.
PPB Interface - Sealing
The combination of the tilt correction function with the flexible sliding floor makes for optimal docking between the folding canopy and the aircraft fuselage. Through the horizontal positioning of the interface, the different inclination angles in the passenger boarding bridge which occur in handling different types of aircraft can be compensated for. Low contact pressure of the sliding floor element against the aircraft prevents any damage to the airplane body. If desired, you can also receive floor bumpers with special sensors that support touchless docking.
Individual branding & practical handling
The Passenger Boarding Bridge Interface can be individually designed and adjusted to the specific requirements of airport operators. Retrofitting of existing passenger boarding bridges can be undertaken without problem. The Interface can be delivered in separate parts facilitating easy and economical shipment.
