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Brochure 'Logistics Solutions For Naval Vessels' (Screen) 2012 Id 44603 - Original - 44603
Brochure 'Logistics Solutions For Naval Vessels' (Screen) 2012 Id 44603 - Original - 44603
Swift and safe landing craft docking achieved using a submersible MacGregor stern ramp.
MacGregor stern ramp, side ramp, internal doors and helicopter and cargo lifting platforms installed on the innovative Mistral-class warship BPC Mistral and sisterships Tonnerre and Dixmude. The multi-role vessels were co-designed by DCNS and STX France.
Dedicated to the needs of the worlds naval and coast guard ships
Cargotec has a reputation for engineering excellence, acquired during more than 70 years in the business.
MacGregor equipment is installed on a broad spectrum of ships including more than 250 sealift, pre-positioning and multirole ships; along with amphibious/ dock and landing ships, logistic support, surface and coast guard vessels. Compared with a hydraulic system, electric operation saves energy! Hydraulic drives require continuous pump operation, whereas electric drives run only when the equipment is manoeuvred. Energy losses are also much lower than with a hydraulic system. For example, electrically-driven systems are not affected by pressure drops within the piping system. In addition, it is also possible to feed power back into the ships power supply when larger winches, such as those found on quarter ramps, lower heavy loads. All equipment is operated from control panels. The operation sequences are controlled by the PLC via push-buttons, joysticks or switches. Electric drives are easy to monitor and service and can be linked to remote diagnostic systems to provide round the clock data input for analysis. The health of a piece of equipment can be monitored and predicted at any time. Automated speed up and slow down functions make electric drives easier to operate than hydraulically-driven equipment.
Cutting-edge technology
Our R&D experts continue to develop innovative solutions that incorporate the latest technology. One example is the RIB launch and retrieval system onboard the high speed experimental littoral combat ship Sea Fighter. Another example is the MacGregor Test Article Vehicle Transfer System (TAVTS) for the US Navy. The ship-to-ship vehicle transfer system resulted from close cooperation between our ramp technology experts and offshore specialists, who contributed in-depth knowledge of heave compensation technologies.
Robust, reliable and incorporating the latest technology, MacGregor designs for cargo handling solutions are based on a broad range of data including shock calculations, hydrodynamic calculations and dynamic simulations.
HMS Albion, one of two Albion Class LPDs, equipped with MacGregor access equipment including a large stern gate (submerged in the photo), side doors, various hoistable ramps and an accomodation ladder.
RoRo equipment
Photo: Bernard Biger, STX France
Cargotec focuses on innovative MacGregor RoRo cargo access solutions to secure ship integrity and increase mission flexibility: Side, bow and stern ramps/doors Submersible stern gates Ramp-to-ramp marrying Ramps for ship-to-ship vehicle transfer lnternal doors and ramp covers Internal hoistable ramps Helicopter and cargo lifting platforms.
MacGregor helicopter and cargo lifting platform onboard Mistral class LHD ship BPC Dixmude.
Lashing systems
A full range of MacGregor lashing systems for naval ships of all types is available.
Hatch covers
MacGregor stern ramp onboard the LMSR ship USNS Pililaau.
MacGregor hatch covers are safe and cost effective, offering long service lifetimes, with low maintenance costs. Weathertightness is assured and strong emphasis is placed on manufacturing covers with either corrosion-free or easily replaceable components. MacGregor hatch cover types: lift-away standard folding multi-folding side-rolling stacking tween decks pivoting movable bulkheads. 5
MacGregor hatch covers must meet two principal requirements: safety and ease of cargo handling operations. As an essential part of the deck arrangement the hatch cover has to be weatherproof and has to remain so when conditions are changed by waves, temperature and cargo.
Shipboard cranes
Shipboard cranes of luffing, knuckle-jib and telescoping type are designed for safe and accurate deck lifts onboard ships and offshore installations, and cargo handling within harbors. The cranes may be delivered with safe working load appropriate and various slew bearing dimensions and height of pedestal to accommodate operational requirements and industry regulations. Specially designed offshore cranes may be delivered with an operator cabin and various functions integrated within control system, such as Active Heave Compensation and auto tension. Cargorail cranes may also be delivered for specific operations on aft deck.
Photo: U.S. Navy by Mass Communication Speci. 2nd Class Meranda L. Keller
MacGregor Sea State crane onboard a Military Sealift Command ship SS Cornhusker State
MacGregor LARS system enable the safe launch and recovery of ROVs/ROTs in adverse weather conditions.
the crane top, resulting in a shorter pendulum length and providing the crane operator with the opportunity to remove the load from resonance frequencies. IRBTS Integrated Rider Block Tagline System A crane with RBTS has five degrees of freedom. To minimise steering complexity for the crane operator by reducing the cranes degrees of freedom to three, an IRBTS can be used instead of an RBTS. The IRBTS is a further development of the Rider Block Tagline System and has an integrated built-in intelligence that automatically controls the rider block. NAPA Naval Anti Pendulation Assistance The most advanced system, NAPA, takes the anti-pendulation systems to a higher level by using a set of motion sensors to detect and prevent pendulations induced by sea motion and other forces. The sensors are located in such a way that they can detect movements of both the crane and the load. Another important feature of NAPA is its ability to compensate for ship motions in other vessels during ship-to-ship operations. Similar sensors are placed on the target vessel and NAPA uses motion data from both vessels to make cargo landing and lifting operations as smooth and safe as possible. NAPA can be used with or without RBTS/IRBTS.
Offshore equipment
MacGregor solutions provide smooth and efficient operation to meet offshore needs: Rescue cranes and davits Marine shipboard cranes Deck handling equipment Launch-and-Recovery Systems (LARS) for Remotely Operated Vehicles (ROVs)/Remotely Operated Tools (ROTs) Umbilical winches Active Heave Compensated (AHC) subsea cranes Fibre rope handling systems for ultra deepwater operations Module handling systems A-frames Advanced winch systems for anchor handling, towing and mooring
systems for guaranteed operation even during dead-ship conditions. Davits can make use of optional shock absorbers, heave compensation and/or constant tension features for safer handling in severe weather conditions and for heavy boats. An associated towing boom (slewing, luffing or telescoping) with optional jigger winch keeps the boat under control during launch and recovery.
Winches
The standard designs of MacGregor winches with up to 600 tonne line pull are based on extensive experience of winches for offshore, subsea and marine operations. Power packs and control systems are normally supplied as a complete package together with our winches, windlasses, capstans and shark jaw tow pins. Although usually equipped with hydraulic motors, the equipment can be supplied with environmentally-friendly electrical drives. All MacGregor winch systems are designed in compliance with classification rules and standards.
Davits
Rescue and work-boat davits including pivoting and telescoping types are available for handling small or large daughter craft including MOB and other rescue boats. SOLAS approved davits incorporate emergency backup power
A 70-tonne battle tank driving over the MacGregor ramp during US Navys fullscale sea trials. Personnel and vehicles were successfully transferred between the ships in high Sea State 3 and low Sea State 4.
Captain George M. Sutton, Programme Manager for PMS 385 says: This landmark capability will be a significant enhancement for future Sea Basing logistics operations.
On land, our Hiab Government Business Operations unit is a dedicated business unit that designs, supplies and supports fast, efficient and flexible mechanical handling equipment exclusively for the defence and peacekeeping sector worldwide. The solutions include loader cranes, hooklifts and truck-mounted fork-lifts designed specifically for this demanding sector. Our Kalmar Rough Terrain Container Handlers can be used in military and specialised commercial applications. These handlers can traverse unimproved, rough terrain surfaces while easily handling twentyor forty-foot containers.
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Operation of the Test Article Vehicle Transfer System (TAVTS) a self-deploying ramp and side port platform. Cargotec performed rigorous harbour tests at its facilities in Norway prior to delivery. Laser sensors measure the spatial relationship between the ramp foot and the platform. Heave compensation mode is employed to maintain the correct relationship.
Convert to competitiveness
Cargotecs MacGregor modernisation solutions are a cost-effective way of enhancing or modifying ships to meet changing market requirements. Our know-how and global presence ensure short lead times and rapid completion of all projects and turnkey delivery, from the smallest alteration to a complete conversion. altering it to changing deployment requirements and extending its lifespan. It may involve a complete delivery including an initial study, technical solutions, design, manufacture and installation. It will be performed in the shortest time possible to reduce the ships off-hire period. Even if most of the work has to be carried out in port or at the shipyard, our resources allow conversions to be carried out at sea.
Modernisation
Cargotec has the expertise and the resources to upgrade outdated cargo flow equipment to the latest performance standards.
Operative availability
Our ambition is to ensure the operative availability of your cargo flow systems. Cargotecs cargo flow experts are on standby worldwide to provide a rapid response to your needs. We operate in over 120 countries and we are constantly strenghtening our local presence to meet changing market needs. Cargotecs marine network consists of more than 60 service centres in major ports around the globe, supplying original MacGregor spare parts and repair services on a planned schedule, on demand, or on an emergency basis. 10
Planned maintenance
Cargotecs planned maintenance concept rests firmly on the solid foundation of Cargotecs worldwide service network, and allows you to plan your operating budget.
service concept where you can choose the necessary modules to suit your individual needs in terms of operating security, budgets and comfort.
Drydockings
Let us know your schedule well in advance and we will plan drydocking services for you accordingly.
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Global presence and local service bring our solutions closer to our customers.
Cargotec improves the efficiency of cargo flows on land and at sea wherever cargo is on the move. Cargotecs daughter brands, Hiab, Kalmar and MacGregor are recognised leaders in cargo and load handling solutions around the world. MacGregor is the global market-leading brand in marine cargo handling and offshore load-handling solutions. Customer-driven MacGregor engineering and service solutions for the maritime transportation industry and the offshore load-handling and naval logistics markets are used on board merchant ships, offshore support vessels, and in ports and terminals. Published by Cargotec Corporation. Copyright Cargotec February 2012. All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored, photocopied, recorded or transmitted without permission of the copyright owner.
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