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basting tip is used for fusing canopy material in place
prior to sewing during canopy repairs. The stand is
necessary to keep the hot elements from causing a fire.
[Figure 6-49]
Figure 6-49. Hot knife element with cutting tip, basting tip,
and stand.
• Hot glue gun—A tool used to replace staples and
hand basting in harness work. This modern tool has
changed harness repair and construction techniques.
[Figure 6-50]
• Tension board assembly with apex tiedown—A tool
used on the round packing table to apply tension to the
canopy when packing. There are two models available.
One is for military style L-bar connector links and
another, smaller one for Rapide® style connector links.
The straps should have a quick release feature to
release tension easily. [Figure 6-51]
• Size “O” rolled rim spur grommet handset—A tool
used for doing container repairs. The “O” stainless
steel model from Stimpson Co., Inc. is the most useful
grommet set because it has a replaceable die insert section,
which will wear out in time and can therefore be
replaced. It is also the highest quality. The stainless
steel set will work for both brass and stainless steel
grommets. [Figure 6-52]
Figure 6-52. Size “O” rolled rim spur grommet handset.
Figure 6-50. Hot glue gun.
Figure 6-51.Tension board assembly with apex tiedown.
• Hole punches—Tools used for punching holes for
grommets. Various sizes. [Figure 6-53]
Figure 6-53. Hole punches.
• Cutting pad—A tool used with hole punches. The
best are plastic, as these do not damage the punch.
[Figure 6-54]
Figure 6-54. Cutting pad.
• Rawhide mallet—A tool used when punching holes
and using grommet handsets. This is the only tool to
use as the rawhide does not damage the other tools,
and the weight makes the job easier and more consistent.
The #2 size at 4 pounds is the most common.
[Figure 6-55]
Figure 6-55. Rawhide mallet.
• Binding tool—A tool used for turning corners when
binding material such as para-pak or Cordura®. The
model shown in figure 6-56 is actually a soldering tool
from an electronics repair store. The plastic handle has
been replaced with a metal one. This is almost the perfect
configuration for its use.
Figure 6-56. Binding tool.
The above tools will provide the rigger with the means to
pack and maintain most of the common parachutes in use
today. There are numerous other tools, both old and new,
that individuals may wish to acquire for specialized parachutes.
In particular, there are older styles and military
parachutes that cannot be packed without specialized
tools designed specifically for them. At the same time, the
profession is constantly developing new tools to make the
job easier.
SEWING MACHINES
After the senior rigger has put together a personal tool kit,
the next step is to acquire a selection of sewing machines
in order to do minor repairs of defects found during
inspection prior to packing. For example, if you find a
small hole in the canopy, a sewing machine will be necessary
to make the correct repair. For this, a lightweight single
needle machine is the perfect beginning. As your
sewing skills progress, additional specialized machines
can be added as space and finances allow. Always remember,
only those repairs allowed under your certificate may
be performed.
A bit of advice for those individuals who wish to buy their
own sewing machines: buy the best and newest machines
you can afford. Avoid old machines! They’re usually
worn out, and parts may be hard to get, causing them to
be counterproductive. Buy self-lubricating machines as
opposed to ones you need to oil manually. Always get
machines with a reverse mechanism. Get an adjustable
“K leg” stand and table. This allows you to set the height
of the table to best fit your physical needs. Large people
bending over a short table for any length of time will
understand the need for this feature. If the rigger is buying
a new machine, it is possible to order an oversize table
top in place of the standard 20" x 48" size. This allows
better control over harness and containers so they don’t
overlap the table.
When buying any machine, particularly from a sewing
machine dealer, get the operator’s manual and the parts
manual for the machine. The operator’s manual tells you
how to set up and operate the machine. The parts manual
is indispensable when the need to order parts arises. The
　
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