BERTHING AID SYSTEM (BAS)
The MARIMATECH BAS is based on laser
measurements; the most accurate method available. The
laser BAS was introduced in 1989 eventually replacing the
former technology of sonar and radar in 1995.
With the accuracy and reliability that this technology offers it
has become the standard. The BAS functionality
is a part of the usual system configuration
often including MLMS, LMS and EMS.
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PRESENTATION OF INFORMATION
The data is available from the office PC, which will be
running the MARIMATECH Dockmaster Windows
software.
There are a number of different ways to present
the information to the operators outside.
The most common way is to use the large
displays typically mounted on the jetty, which can
be seen up to a range of 300 metres.
Another option is to use hand held pagers or
PDA’s.
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SYSTEM DESIGN
The devices in the MARIMATECH systems are
linked by using LMS4 Ethernet building
blocks.
The LMS4 is a unique designed microcomputer
with a built-in LAN switch, memory and enough
processing power to preprocess the raw data from
sensors such as lasers etc.
The benefit of the LMS4 design is that the PC is no
longer the central computer but just a monitor.
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SYSTEM INTEGRATION
MARIMATECH is a specialist in system integration.
Not only do we integrate our own systems but
also other relevant systems on a marine jetty
complex. In most cases the central control cabinet
is designed for the individual system according to the
client’s standards. This covers, support relevant
to UPS, cable data networks, fibre optical
networks as well as wireless networks of various
technologies. Back-up systems on different
levels are our specialty as well as LAN/Ethernet
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METEOROLOGICAL DATA
As a minimum a wind sensor should be connected
to the BAS and in many cases more sensors are
added to provide the pilots and terminal
operators with meteorological data to define the
operational limits and so increasing overall
safety. The software offered follows the Shell
requirements also integrating oceanographically
parameters. Most sensors are available for
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OCEANOGRAPHICAL DATA
The need for oceanographical data depends very
much on the local conditions of the individual
terminal. The instrumentation offered as
standard is a wave & tide sensor, current sensor
and an advanced buoy that will measure wave
direction along with all other oceanographically
and Meteorological data. The instrumentation
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MET OCEAN SOFTWARE
The Met Ocean software package follows the
Shell standards for oil terminals. This software
package is designed to cover all types of sensors
that are relevant for oil and gas terminals.
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MOORING LOAD MONITORING
SYSTEM (MLMS)
The MLMS is becoming a standard feature when building
new terminals and many old terminals are also being
upgraded to include this safety feature. Older
terminals are receiving larger ships than they were designed
to handle, for which reason extra
care has to be taken. The MARIMATECH LAN
based MLMS with black-box memory has set new
standards in this field. MLMS is not only available
for traditional mooring hooks but also for SPM’s
and FSO/FPSO’s from various suppliers.
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REMOTE QUICK RELEASE
CONTROL (RQRC)
The VIKING Hook can be equipped with Remote
Quick Release hardware, which can be all electrically
or hydraulically activated. The less costly method is
electric. The hydraulic offers back-up pressure
for release from the power pack should the main
electrical power fail. The remote quick release
panel is designed for safe and easy operation. The
panel can be located in both safe and hazardous
areas and several panels can be connected so
offering control from more than one location.
The panel has a built-in display providing the user
with mooring load data as well as status and
alarm functions. The panel is made of stainless
steel meaning it can be installed in the
marine environment. The panel fits into a 19” rack
console as well as ordinary cabinets.
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PRECALCULATION OF MOORING
LOADS
A pre-calculation program (OPTIMOOR) is
available. OPTIMOOR calculates the theoretical
loads to a given mooring pattern and ship from
predicted wind loads and loads from sea current.
The OPTIMOOR works as an integrated part of the
Mooring Master software.
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