Marine Airbags
Manufactured to ISO 14409 standards
Henger’s marine airbags are vital in modern offshore operations. They provide critical support in areas such as launching, lifting, and moving heavy marine structures and mobile vessels. Using advanced materials such as synthetic tire cord plies and cutting-edge engineering, our marine airbags can safely carry large amounts of weight and are indispensable for a wide range of modern offshore tasks.
- Cost-Effective Launching
- Flexibility in Operation
- Enhanced Safety
- Rapid Deployment and Recovery
Henger Customized Marine Airbags Solutions
We offer custom marine airbag solutions. These include ship launching airbags, marine salvage airbags, and heavy lifting airbags. These solutions are tailored to improve safety, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness in various marine logistics and salvage operations.
Marine Rubber Airbag Benefits
Deploying marine airbags in a wide range of marine operations offers many benefits, providing a safer, more efficient, and cost-effective solution for a range of operations, from ship launching to wreck salvage.
Cost Effectiveness: Marine airbags require less capital investment than permanent dry docks and heavy lifting equipment.
Versatility: Airbags are suitable for vessels and structures of different sizes and weights, making them a versatile tool for offshore operations.
Safety: The lifting and launching process is safer as the risk of damage to the vessel and cargo structure is greatly reduced.
Environmental Impact:The use of airbags minimizes the ecological impact of offshore operations, especially in terms of damage to aquatic ecosystems, which is often a concern with traditional ship launching and salvage methods.
Applications
Henger’s marine airbags are used not only for launching and lifting but also for a wide range of maritime activities. Their flexibility and safety make them an important tool in ship repair, maintenance, and emergency response operations.
Marine airbags are widely used in ship repair and maintenance operations. They facilitate the dry docking of ships and make underwater repairs possible. For example, smaller vessels can be easily lifted and placed on docking blocks, while larger vessels can be partially lifted to access specific sections. Costs associated with ship repair and maintenance are reduced.
In an emergency such as a ship running aground or a hull breach, marine airbags can be deployed quickly to stabilize the vessel and prevent further damage. The ability of marine airbags to inflate and position quickly makes them ideal for emergency lifting and transfer operations, providing temporary but vital support to damaged vessels.
Marine airbags provide a flexible, cost-effective, and safe method of launching a vessel. They are placed under the hull and when inflated lift the vessel so that it gently rolls into the water.
During ship salvage operations, marine airbags provide critical buoyancy and stability to a sinking or grounded vessel. Deflated airbags are strategically placed under or around the vessel and then inflated to lift or stabilize it from the seabed.
Maintenance Guide
Proper maintenance of marine airbags is critical to extending their life and ensuring that their performance remains optimal. Here are some general maintenance tips:
Regular Inspection: Inspect for any signs of wear, tear, or damage before and after each use.
Store correctly: When not in use, store the airbag in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight and sharp objects.
Keep Clean: Keep the airbag clean, avoid contact with oils, solvents, and other harmful chemicals that can degrade the rubber material in the long term, and apply vulcanizing powder to the surface of the airbag as appropriate, which will help to prolong the service life of the airbag.
Safety regulations
Safety is of paramount importance when handling marine airbags to prevent accidents and ensure effective operation:
Training: Ensure that all personnel involved in the handling of marine airbags are properly trained and aware of operating procedures.
Installation Supervision: Closely supervise the installation process to ensure that the airbag is placed and inflated by the manufacturer’s guidelines.
Environmental Considerations: Be aware of the operating environment and avoid using airbags in conditions that exceed design specifications.
FAQ
Henger offers a wide range of marine airbags, including
Ship launching airbags: designed for boat launching.
Marine Salvage Airbags: For underwater salvage and recovery operations.
Heavy Lifting Airbags: Ideal for lifting heavy loads in offshore and industrial applications.
Marine salvage airbags work by providing buoyancy to underwater objects, making it easier to move or lift them to the surface. They are commonly used to
Re-floating a sunken ship: The airbags are inflated underwater to lift the vessel to the surface.
Underwater installation support: providing buoyancy to heavy structures during underwater construction.
There are several factors to consider when choosing the right marine airbag:
Load requirements: Evaluate the weight and size of the object to be lifted or moved.
Environmental conditions: Consider the operating environment, including water depth and bottom conditions.
Airbag specifications: Match the specifications of the airbag (e.g. pressure rating, material strength) to the requirements of the marine task.
Marine airbags are an essential tool for offshore operations, along with traditional methods such as dry docking and cranes. Below is a comparison of the two in terms of cost, efficiency, environmental impact, and safety, compiled by Henger.
Aspect | Marine Airbags | Traditional Methods (Dry Docks & Cranes) |
Cost | Lower initial investment, lower operational costs | High capital expenditure, high operational costs |
Efficiency | Versatile, rapid deployment, suitable for various vessel sizes | Highly specialized, time-consuming setup |
Environmental Impact | Eco-friendly, minimal ecological footprint, less disruption | Significant infrastructure impact, high energy consumption |
Safety | Safe handling, emergency use, reduces vessel damage | Stable environment, risk of mechanical failures, heavy machinery hazards |