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Diversified Waterblasting FZE with a Difference with Runway Friction Testing
before/after Rubber Removal with MK2 Grip Tester
With the growing need for Friction Testing, we have invested in our brand new equipment of friction testing to
be carried out on the runway either/and before or after Runway Rubber Removal. We have in our fleet of
equipment the newest MK2 Grip Tester. Testing will be carried out in accordance with GCAA CAAP 32 at
65kmph at 3,6&9M either side of the C/L as per the clients requirements (6 runs).
We will use the Diversified Waterblasting’s MK2 Runway Friction Tester (RFT) with trained and
certified operators and all necessary equipment to operate and maintain the machine in accordance
with manufacturer’s requirements. The machine is fully compliant with and listed within the GCAA
CAAP32.
MK2 GripTester
Runway friction tester
The MK2 GripTester was launched.
Design principles have not changed but, as technology has
become more sophisticated, so has the GripTester's
performance.
Design for all seasons
GripTesters are in operation in all regions of the world: arctic,
equatorial and temperate.
The GripTester's light towbar pull and low centre of gravity
ensure safe, stable operation on winter and summer surfaces.
The GripTester's low water usage saves time and resources
when carrying out maintenance surveys.
The GripTester's automatic water control system safeguards
accuracy of results.
The GTanker Trailer, which carries water for 20 km /12.5
miles of testing, facilitates creation of runway friction maps.
Flexible deployment
The GripTester's light weight, robust construction and reliable
performance make it the most deployable runway friction
tester in the world.
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easier to calibrate, operate and maintain. One person can quickly
and comfortably prepare the GripTester, carry out a survey
and create a runway friction report.
Data validation
Regulators and decision makers need to know the conditions
under which runway friction tests were carried out. MK2
GripTester data includes measured parameters such as survey
speed, water flow and survey track and operator-supplied
parameters such as surface condition, weather and tyre type.
The MK2 GripTester carries out a range of sophisticated selfcheck procedures.