Seamless Pneumatics Integration for Aerospace Applications

At Duncan Engineering, we deliver high-performance pneumatic and valve automation systems tailored to meet the exacting demands of the aerospace sector. From precision assembly lines and ground support equipment to engine testing rigs and cleanroom environments, our compact, reliable, and energy-efficient solutions ensure operational safety, process consistency, and strict compliance with aerospace’s most rigorous standards.

Where our solutions work

Aircraft Assembly & Component Manufacturing

Process: Precision production lines for airframes, structures, and components requiring accurate, repeatable pneumatic actuation for jigs, fixtures, presses, and automation cells.

Solutions: Pneumatic Cylinders, Pneumatic Valves, Air Preparation Units, Actuators

Ground Support Equipment (GSE)

Process: Systems supporting aircraft on the ground — fuelling, towing, lifting, and maintenance platforms — requiring rugged and reliable valve automation for safe, efficient operation.

Solutions: Flow Control ValvesQuick Exhaust Valves,  Pneumatic Valves, Actuators

Engine Testing & Validation Systems

Process: Test benches and rigs for engines and propulsion systems demanding precise valve control, high durability, and safety features to withstand extreme operating conditions

Solutions: Flow Control ValvesQuick Exhaust Valves,  Pneumatic Valves, Positioners, Air Preparation Units

Composite Processing & Autoclaves

Process: Specialized systems for curing and forming advanced composites, requiring durable, temperature- and pressure-resistant valve solutions for process gas and vacuum management

Solutions: Ball Valves,  Pneumatic Valves, Actuators, Positioners

Cleanroom & Environmental Control

Process: Controlled manufacturing environments for sensitive aerospace processes such as electronics and composites, demanding reliable valve automation for air quality, pressure, and temperature regulation

Solutions: Flow Control Valves,  Pneumatic Valves, Air Preparation Units, Positioners

Maintenance, Repair & Overhaul (MRO)

Process: Plant and hangar systems supporting aircraft maintenance operations including compressed air, fuel, and hydraulic systems — requiring dependable pneumatic control for safety and efficiency.

Solutions: Flow Control Valves,  Pneumatic Valves, Air Preparation Units, Actuators