General Electric Company
Kevlar wrap removal from fan casing

Abstract:

Methods for removing a fiber-reinforced wrap from a fan casing are provided. The method may include heating the fiber-reinforced wrap while on a metal support (e.g., aluminum, steel, etc.) of the fan casing, unwinding a layer of the fiber-reinforced wrap from the fan casing, and winding the layer of the fiber-reinforced wrap onto a collection drum. The fiber-reinforced wrap may heated to a temperature of about 120.degree. C. to about 200.degree. C. (e.g., about 125.degree. C. to about 185.degree. C.). Systems are also generally provided for removing a fiber-reinforced wrap from a fan casing.