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The fabric of a new Paraglider has a small silicone layer whose function is to protect the fabric against the elements and to make the fabric partially impervious to the passage of air (this layer is not visible to the naked eye).
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With use, this silicone layer is lost, so that more and more, the fabric becomes more permeable to the passage of air through it. It is inevitable that this happens, but what we can control is the speed at which this happens, taking the necessary care when handling the equipment.
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Reasons why this happens and what we should avoid:
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- Excessive dragging of the wing against abrasive surfaces (sand, stones, asphalt, branches)
- Storage in places with very high temperatures
- Prolonged exposure to UV rays
- Contact of the fabric with corrosive agents.
A porous Paraglider is one of the main causes of Stalls and Spins that can occur in flight to an old or poorly maintained paraglider, for this reason, it is important to make the corresponding periodic inspection, to make sure that the equipment you are flying is airworthy and avoid accidents.
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To perform the inspection, we use a device called a Porosimeter, which determines how many seconds it takes for a specific mass of air to pass through the fabric. Different points of the glider are checked, when having the results, they are compared to the values required by the manufacturer and the state of the equipment is determined. It is an inexpensive and simple, but essential service.
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Periodically check your Paraglider, remember that your safety is the number one priority.
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All our services include a maintenance certificate that is delivered when the equipment is returned to the customer, where you can see the information on the service performed, observations, and advice if necessary.
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With this certificate, the resale value of the equipment also increases because the Client will sell the Paraglider in optimal condition.
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