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Fig. 3. Screenshot of the Offshore BerthManager software showing docking manoeuvres.
Fig. 2. Illustration of the new FLEX LNG Floating Storage and Regasification unit.
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DockAlert to provide the pilot with information on relative speeds, relative headings, etc, of the two vessels. Once alongside the LNGC will moor to the LNGP using the Strainstall quick release hooks fitted with remote controlled hook release, and MoorAlert load measuring pins to provide real time monitoring of tensions in the mooring lines. Local displays provide mooring line tensions and include audible and visual alarms in the event of any over or underloads. Everything is integrated into the new Strainstall Offshore BerthManager Software, which then provides
the LNGP control room personnel with full display, alarms and logging of all data. Strainstall can also provide instrumentation for a wide variety of other offshore structures including buoys, fixed platforms/SARS/Semi-Subs and FPSO’s, to monitor parameters including anchor load measurement, crane load monitoring, product pressure and flow, riser movement, hull structural monitoring and buoy to anchor distance. o
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Sandy Thomas, Marine Director with Strainstall UK Ltd, Cowes, Isle of Wight, UK.
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A LOT MORE IN THE TANK A
s the tank container market has matured, there has often been talk of commoditisation. However, just as for the tank leasing company the secret of success can be seen in providing customers with higher and more complete levels of service, so for the tank manufacturer, the resolution of ever more complex challenges is a service greatly valued by customers in the oil and gas business. UBHI’s tanks range from low to high
Multi-compartment tanks, baffled tanks, lined tanks, electric heated tanks, reefer tanks, high temperature tanks, gas tanks, mini tanks for offshore use, even cryogenic tanks are now part of the increasingly sophisticated offering. o
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temperature and modest to massive capacities for products from the most aggressive to the most sensitive of speciality chemicals. The objective is to be able to meet all the bulk liquid and gas transportation and storage requirements of virtually any potential customer. Having licenced its well-proven standard 20 ft tank designs to a Chinese manufacturer, UBHI has been able to concentrate on building specialist tanks for the offshore market.
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UBH International Ltd is based in Burscough, Lancashire, UK.
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