Challenge: Engines and thrusters generate high thrust loads and vibration, requiring bolted joints that maintain alignment and resist fatigue.

Solution: Superbolt tensioners deliver high-strength, vibration-resistant bolting for propulsion system mounts. Their multi-jackbolt design ensures uniform preload without the need for large torque tools, supporting secure engine integration in compact spacecraft structures.

Challenge: Life-support systems (including oxygen delivery, CO₂ scrubbing, and water recycling) must maintain leak-proof seals under pressure and thermal cycling, especially in crewed missions.

Solution: Superbolt tensioners provide precise preload across life-support system flanges, ensuring tight sealing and reducing the risk of leaks. Installation is performed using simple hand tools, supporting cleanroom assembly and minimizing crew exposure during maintenance.

Challenge: Heat shields and hull structures must maintain integrity during atmospheric re-entry, where bolts are exposed to extreme thermal gradients and mechanical stress.

Solution: Superbolt tensioners provide uniform preload across large-diameter bolts securing heat shields and hull panels. Their ability to maintain clamping force under thermal expansion ensures structural integrity and safety during re-entry.

Challenge: Docking systems require precise alignment and secure fastening to ensure safe and reliable connections between spacecraft, such as ISS modules or lunar gateway systems.

Solution: Boltight hydraulic tensioners deliver accurate, high-strength preload for docking collars and latches. Their compact design and simultaneous tensioning capability support rapid, secure integration for vessels used in orbital environments.