Off shore
Reliable partner for effi cient off shore soluti ons Royal IHC – Off shore
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Royal IHC – Off shore 4 Reliable partner for effi cient off shore soluti ons
Market segments 6 Oil and gas 7 Renewable energy
Product groups 8 Pipelaying 4 12 2524 12 Cablelaying 16 Module handling and well interventi on 18 Off shore support 20 Diving support 24 Off shore wind farm installati on 26 Pile-driving 28 FPSO installati on and offl oading 30 Handling, lift ing and deep-water lowering 32 Hydraulic systems 33 Electrical power and automati on systems 6 17 26 34 IHC Life-cycle support
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SAPURA DIAMANTE
Royal IHC’s off shore division strives to deliver the best value to its customers. It is a partner of choice for innovati ve, Reliable partner for sustainable and integrated off shore vessels and equipment. IHC’s off shore soluti ons are reliable, effi cient and fl exible to the demands of challenging seabed-to-surface oil and gas projects, and the renewable energy market. With its extensive effi cient off shore soluti ons knowledge and in-house design capabiliti es, IHC ensures compliance with the latest technological developments, strictest safety regulati ons and most stringent environmental standards.
Reliable IHC excels at managing the complexity inherent within the development of vessels. Each project is approached with care, creati vity and adaptability, so that customers can depend on delivery within the terms of the agreement.
It has an impressive track record of delivering innovati ve soluti ons to major subsea constructi on companies, ship owners and oil companies. IHC is one of the leading global players in its fi eld. Besides its producti on locati ons in The Netherlands, it can accommodate the constructi on of vessels and equipment in other locati ons worldwide.
Partnership Specifi c demands result in bespoke designs. IHC provides cost-eff ecti ve products, not only when newly acquired, but also throughout their working lives. The IHC team works closely with the customer and becomes an extension of their organisati on, so that they complement each other’s experti se.
It can, for example, advise on the design, regulati ons and structure of the project. This reduces risk and cost to create a smoother process, which leads to bett er results. Support can also be provided throughout the working life of the vessel.
Effi cient soluti ons IHC constructs custom-built vessels and mission-specifi c equipment – to meet customers’ requirements – or more standard vessels with a ready-to-build design, the IHC Supporter® class, IHC Packhorse™ and IHC Packhorse™- Maxi. Conducti ng business in an off shore environment is oft en turbulent. Technical and fi nancial risks are signifi cant, and margins are fl uctuati ng. World oil prices are sensiti ve to politi cal and monetary events.
The diff erence between profi t and loss for an owner or operator of off shore support ships is greatly infl uenced by the producti vity of these long-term investments. Effi ciency, reliability and durability are key factors to success. IHC understands its customers’ needs and has the ability to provide innovati ve and effi cient soluti ons for a variety of projects, such as pipe- and cablelaying, diving support and Innovati ve vessels Advanced equipment IHC Life-cycle support pile-driving.
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Oil and gas SEVEN ATLANTIC Renewable energy Offshore wind turbine foundation installation vessel
As a result of global economic and political developments, Research and development Our climate is changing. The world needs more and different Countries have set goals for obtaining renewable energy. oil and gas prices are fluctuating. Therefore, energy IHC invests significantly in research and development (R&D) energy sources. With the oceans covering over 70% of the Governments have made strict rules for installing turbines companies are investing in the optimisation of existing wells programmes to provide customers with equipment of the Earth’s surface, they are the largest collector and retainer offshore to protect the environment. Limiting the noise levels while searching for new reserves. However, because easily highest standard. In-depth knowledge of the different stages of renewable energy – and the largest powerhouse on the during pile driving is an example. IHC develops and supplies accessible resources are already used for production, these of offshore operations and the potential design issues, results planet. advanced equipment and innovative vessels as reliable searches are focused on less accessible areas, such as the in IHC products that are designed to meet the challenges of solutions to meet all of the aforementioned challenges. polar regions and deep oceans. the job, and also provide optimum performance levels and a IHC supplies specific solutions in the production chain for lower total cost of ownership. new sources of energy at sea. That includes equipment for In response to these developments, Royal IHC has expanded installing offshore wind turbines and the technology for New foundation installation vessel its offshore activities. It has gained a respected position in the Several new products are the result of IHC’s successful R&D, tidal energy. Given market demand, it is expected that these IHC’s mono-hull concept is the best solution for the installation market as a supplier of innovative equipment and complex such as the Hi-Traq trencher, which was specifically designed activities in particular will expand further. of jackets, monopiles, tripods or completely assembled wind integrated offshore vessels. for burying inter-array cables; and the IDsis, a dedicated turbines. Its design enables it to work in deep water and offers deployment system for handling fibre rope. Driven by international demand for green energy, IHC uses high levels of availability, because it is suitable for use in wide the knowledge and experience gained in the offshore oil weather windows. The vessel is supplied with a heavy-lifting Safety and regulations Building on its vast experience of delivering complex vessels, and gas market to develop innovative turnkey solutions for crane, advanced skidding and pile-handling systems, enabling After oil spills in recent years, regulations have become more R&D has also enabled IHC to offer fully integrated solutions the renewable energy market. IHC provides a wide range of fast and efficient installation – even in the most challenging of stringent than before. This has consequences for all parties to customers. It can design and build a pipelaying vessel vessels and equipment suitable for the difficult conditions environmental conditions. involved in the oil and gas industry. As a reliable supplier of with a custom-control system that integrates all aspects of associated with the installation and maintenance of offshore offshore solutions, IHC is well aware of how its customers the pipelaying operation. The integration of the pipelaying wind farms. have to comply with legislation. Due to its vast experience tower’s lay-out with the vessel requirements at an early in this field, IHC has become an authority on this area, and stage of development results in an optimal tower orientation, can advise on the best and safest solutions to meet specific allowing for maximum deck space. Overall, such integration Offshore wind energy regulations. ensures excellent performance, safety and reliability. Offshore sites are particularly suitable for wind farms, due to stronger and more constant winds. However, construction IHC engineers work closely with its customers to ensure the costs are considerably higher, and with a growing demand equipment maintains an optimum level of performance and for wind energy, the offshore farms are increasing in size meets their requirements. The company also collaborates and located further away from the coast. This presents with universities and industry specialists to develop several challenges for the transportation, installation and new technologies, benefitting from their knowledge and maintenance of the wind turbines. experience, to provide efficient, safe and environmentally responsible solutions.
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SAPURA DIAMANTE
Pipelaying Integrated off shore soluti ons The installati on of pipelines for oil and gas transport is an important part of the constructi on of off shore infrastructure. These interconnect oil and gas wells to producti on centres, which are in turn linked to clusters of populati on and industry.
The increasing demand for oil and gas has driven the industry to deeper waters, which makes the installati on of the pipelines and infrastructure even more challenging. The totally integrated soluti ons off ered by IHC ensure the delivery of reliable equipment.
With a track record of multi ple innovati ve pipelaying vessels, the company has already demonstrated its experti se in this fi eld. IHC is renowned for delivering pipelaying vessels within the agreed schedule.
It is responsible for the design, build and commissioning of fi ve identi cal fully integrated 550 tonnes pipelaying vessels and their mission equipment for Sapura Navegação Maríti ma, a joint venture between SapuraKencana and Seadrill. These are the world’s fi rst pipelaying vessels that will be fully integrated by one supplier.
Innovati ve vessels IHC’s innovati ve pipelaying vessels are custom-built for pipelaying and fi eld development work. They are powerful and reliable, as well as multi -functi onal, due to the capacity for deep-water off shore constructi on, rigid-reeled pipelaying, Flex-Lay, J-Lay and ROV work for the infrastructure of oilfi elds.
All IHC pipelaying equipment is fully integrated into the structure of each vessel. The pipelay installati on is planned into the design, so that a signifi cant load of fl exible pipe and umbilical can be accommodated.
Advanced equipment IHC designs, engineers, builds and commissions complete integrated pipelaying spreads. Its specialist business units, IHC Engineering Business and IHC SAS, deliver advanced equipment that provides a commercial and technical advantage, working in partnership with customers on projects ranging from fully integrated vessel systems to the rapid supply of subsystems. IHC is a leading supplier of innovati ve, high performance equipment, and has delivered effi cient soluti ons to several major companies in the off shore industry.
The pipelaying spread is supplied by IHC for the Sapura Navegação Maríti ma pipelaying vessels. It is designed to maximise operati onal effi ciency as a result of complete integrati on with the vessel. In additi on, IHC Drives & J-Lay tower S-Lay system Flex-Lay system Automati on will deliver the integrated automati on system, full electrical installati on and complete electrical machinery package.
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Pipelaying
Pipeline plough I-trencher
Tensioner
Innovati ve vessels SEVEN OCEANS Advanced equipment J-Lay tower
Despite its compact design, the SEVEN OCEANS has a high IHC Engineering Business and IHC SAS are IHC’s specialist For the S-lay method, pipe tensioners are the essenti al means Name SEVEN OCEANS payload and good seakeeping characteristi cs. All equipment Purchaser Subsea 7 business units for the design and constructi on of tailored to hold the pipe and maintain pre-set tension in the pipe is fully integrated into the design of the vessel, in the sense Delivery year 2007 pipelaying equipment. string while moving it from the deck to the sea. that it has been designed according to its functi onality. At the same ti me, the seakeeping characteristi cs of the vessel The core technology includes: Flex-Lay systems Length overall 157.3m have been used as an input for the design of the reel and the Length between perpendiculars 138.32m • J-Lay These systems are designed and built to sati sfy all industry pipelay ramp. Breadth 28.4m • S-Lay standards for quality, safety and environmental impact. The Depth 12.5m • Reel-Lay company delivered a 300 tonnes capacity verti cal Flex-Lay The redundancy required by the customer was substanti ally Design draught 7.5m • Flex-Lay system to McDermott and provided overall integrati on of higher than the usual DP2, resulti ng in IHC basing the design Scantling draught 8m • carousels the pipelaying system for the upgrading of an existi ng vessel. Speed 15 knots on DP3 philosophy. Deadweight 12,430 tonnes • trenchers This is a modern, high-payload, dynamically positi oned, fast- DP Class 2 • ploughs. transit and fl exible-laying product, which uti lised the existi ng A full width ROV hangar is located aft of the accommodati on Main crane capacity 400mt 7,000 tonnes capacity of the IHC carousel system. block. Recessed ROV deployment rails are fi tt ed on both Pipe capacity 3,500 tonnes sides of the ship. A 400mt deepwater off shore crane and two Maximum diameter 16 inch J-Lay systems The pipelaying spreads for the Sapura Navegação Maríti ma Operati ng depth 3,000m additi onal large deck cranes are provided on the working deck. Number of work class ROVs 2 IHC is a leading supplier of tailor-made, high-specifi cati on pipelaying vessels comprise a twin-tensioner ti lti ng lay tower, Furthermore the vessel’s pipelaying equipment (designed and Total installed power 21,700kW J-Lay systems. One of the world’s most versati le J-Lay systems, fl exible product storage in two below-deck baskets, and built by Huisman) has a top tension capability of 400 tonnes the Saipem J-Lay tower, is capable of deploying quad joints support equipment for the spooling and routi ng of products. and a storage capacity of 3,500 tonnes of rigid steel pipe on at line tensions of up to 1,500 tonnes and is able to hold the The tower orientati on allows for maximum deck space, the main reel. pipe string in the hang-off clamp at catenary tensions of up to while uti lising a high-capacity 610 tonnes abandonment and 2,000 tonnes. Multi ple travelling tower clamps, an adjustable recovery (A&R) system. A custom-designed control system The vessel is a stable platf orm with a large payload due to sti nger and a dedicated bulky item handler also contribute to integrates each aspect of the pipelaying spread to ensure the hull form. The stability of the vessel can be controlled and the high functi onality and low cycle ti me of the system. excellent performance, safety and reliability. adapted according to diff erent loading conditi ons by means of upper and lower ballast tanks in the sides. The ship’s moti ons can be further reduced by two independent anti -rolling tanks. S-Lay systems Pipeline ploughing systems IHC S-lay systems provide precise control of tension in the IHC has developed a wide range of pipeline and backfi ll pipe string through the use of variable speed drives, and the ploughs to install pipelines in a variety of seabed conditi ons. synchronisati on of line-up tools and tensioners during the The designs of the Saipem Plough (PL3) and Backfi ll Plough laying process. Safe and effi cient operati ons are achieved (BPL3), for example, follow a trend of ploughs being specifi ed through the use of an integrated control and monitoring for increasingly large pipe diameters as projects develop ever system, with automati c interlocks. more challenging requirements.
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IHC Supporter® class
Cablelaying Integrated off shore soluti ons Communicati on networks and off shore wind farms require constant innovati ons in installati on and maintenance. Innovati ve soluti ons for transportati on, installati on of cables and protecti on by trenching are a necessity in harsh subsea conditi ons. IHC’s cablelaying vessels and equipment are designed to meet the increasing demands of cablelaying projects, such as those for power and fi bre opti c cables.
Innovati ve vessels The IHC Supporter® class off ers a modular platf orm for cablelaying acti viti es. An opti mised cablelaying soluti on is developed through the integrati on of the vessel, cablelaying system and other necessary equipment.
To deploy various types of subsea cable, a wide range of cablelaying modules are available, each specifi cally developed to suit the IHC Supporter® class. Each of these transform the IHC Supporter® class into a high-performance cablelaying vessel, while maintaining a competi ti ve price and delivery ti me.
In additi on, IHC off ers complete custom-built integrated cablelaying vessels to meet specifi c demands. Typical examples include the C.S. ATLANTIC GUARDIAN, BOLD ENDEAVOUR (now named DEEP ENDEAVOUR) and C.S. SOVEREIGN.
Advanced equipment The cablelaying equipment delivered by IHC Engineering Business off ers maximum availability and functi onality, while ensuring safe and reliable operati ons at all ti mes. Combined experience in vessel integrati on and technically advanced equipment means that IHC is able to off er a cost-eff ecti ve, fully integrated cablelaying soluti on.
For opti mal off shore and cablelaying performance, IHC Drives & Automati on engineers highly integrated soluti ons tailored to the vessel’s design. Within the innovati ve platf orm automati on, the Dynamic Positi oning (DP) system ensures the accurate positi oning of cabling. This intuiti vely controlled DP system, based on extensive experience gained in global dredging operati ons, will take cablelaying to the next level.
Carousel Cable plough Integrated cablelaying equipment
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Cablelaying
BOLD ENDEAVOUR Hi-Traq trencher Sea Stallion cable plough
Innovati ve vessels C.S. ATLANTIC GUARDIAN Advanced equipment Carousel
Designed for laying fi bre opti c cables, the BOLD ENDEAVOUR IHC has designed a compact version of the C.S. ATLANTIC The engineers at IHC Engineering Business have years of seabed lift and drag forces generated by currents and waves. has a large cable storage capacity, excellent seakeeping GUARDIAN, uti lised for rapid-response cable maintenance experience in designing cablelaying equipment. With this The vehicle is also able to work in harsh weather conditi ons. properti es and redundant cable handling systems. It is able to and repair works, ROV operati ons, buoy deployment and knowledge, IHC creates soluti ons for all types of cable carry out cable handling operati ons under harsh conditi ons. cable retrieval in water depths up to 2,000 metres. The C.S. installati on in the hardest seabed conditi ons. It is capable ATLANTIC GUARDIAN has a transit speed of approximately 15 of delivering full turn key soluti ons for cablelaying vessel Carousels IHC developed the hull form to provide excellent seakeeping knots and a maximum range of 15,000 nauti cal miles. spreads. IHC designs and builds off shore carousels for the spooling and performance, while also providing suffi cient internal volume storage of power cables, umbilicals, rigid and fl exible products. to allow integrati on of cable tanks with an extremely high Despite her compact design, the vessel carries the technical The carousels are designed to ensure maximum producti vity capacity. The vessel can lay 8,800 kilometres of fi bre opti c equipment to perform all maintenance and repair services: Sea Stallion cable ploughs and minimum downti me. Innovati ve features ensure the cable in a single operati on, which is equal to the distance double rotary cable machines, A-frames and special winches Extensive experience in the design and build of subsea carousels can operate in diffi cult weather conditi ons, when between the USA’s West Coast and Japan. for ROV and plough deployment, as well as a centralised trenching equipment has enabled IHC to develop the world- vessels experience signifi cant accelerati ons. control and monitoring system. The special hull form, dynamic leading Sea Stallion cable plough range, which has set new Due to its dynamic positi oning/tracking system, the BOLD positi oning system and stabilising tank provide a stable and standards in submarine cable installati on and protecti on. The Each carousel is designed to suit the customer’s individual ENDEAVOUR operates with great precision. The vessel is also comfortable platf orm for cable repair operati ons. Sea Stallion has a proven ability to allow eff ecti ve cable burial requirements and can incorporate a number of features such equipped with a plough for trenching and installing cable in of up to three metres in a wide range of seabed conditi ons, as compliant roller mounti ngs, changeable core diameters, shallow waters. while minimising residual tension in the installed cable. hydraulically adjustable roof positi ons and modular design to ensure that mobilisati on ti me is minimised. These handling The BOLD ENDEAVOUR is fi tt ed with two cable tanks with a The Sea Stallion 4 is a simple, but strong and aggressive soluti ons have an excellent track record of safe, reliable and diameter of 16.5 metres and another two spare tanks of six plough specifi cally adapted and designed to achieve effi cient rapid product installati on. metres in diameter. The total fi bre opti c cable capacity is well and eff ecti ve burial of power cables to large trench depths. over 5,000 tonnes. Its robust chassis can withstand tow forces in excess of 180 tonnes. IHC is able to tailor its Sea Stallion plough systems to Launch, recovery and handling systems Special att enti on was paid to the design of the hull to reduce specifi c project ground conditi ons. IHC’s systems are the result of rigorous engineering design and ship moti ons at the sheaves on the aft of the ship. The A-frame practi cal knowledge gained through operati ng in the harshest and the sheltered working deck provide safe and excellent of conditi ons. The company’s in-house team provides easy- working conditi ons in sea state fi ve. Hi-Traq trencher to-use systems that allow precise and effi cient control on The Hi-Traq trencher is specifi cally developed for power cable launch and recovery operati ons. It has also pioneered the use and inter-array cable installati on on off shore wind farms. of accelerometers to assist with launch go/no-go decisions. This innovati ve trencher is designed with a focus on steering and tracti on for eff ecti ve trenching operati ons. Developed primarily for shallow water environments and to resist high
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Deck skidding system Module handling and well intervention
Innovative vessels WELL ENHANCER Advanced equipment Module handling system
With a growing number of ageing oil wells and shrinking oil The handling of subsea modules or heavyweight structures Name WELL ENHANCER Active heave compensation system reserves, it becomes increasingly viable and important to Purchaser Helix Energy Solutions (e.g. Christmas trees, process modules, jacket foundations The innovative AHCS assures the soft landing and recovery of maintain wells and extract the maximum amount of resources. Delivery year 2008 and PLEM) on open deck demands a high level of safety for valuable equipment, thanks to the Quick and Power lift boost Subsea well interventions pose many challenges and require both equipment and personnel. functions. The AHCS requires minimum installed hoisting much advanced planning. Our solutions provide a high level power and does not compromise on safety and reliability. Length overall 131.7m of reliability and flexibility. Length between perpendiculars 117.7m Breadth 22m Deck skidding systems Well intervention vessels maintain wells and carry out the Depth 9.5m IHC’s deck skidding arrangements are designed for safe Module handling towers required technical services in deep water. IHC designs and Design draught 6.25m storage and horizontal transportation onboard well Excellent system design and vessel integration is the key to builds these ships to offer a favourable return on investment Scantling draught 6.75m intervention, pipelaying and wind turbine installation vessels the safe, reliable and efficient launch and recovery of subsea Speed 13 knots through high-performance levels and superior quality Deadweight 7,950 tonnes during operations and transit. modules, coiled tubing, risers and subsea lubricating systems standards. DP Class 3 through a moon pool. Number of divers 18 Through its subsidiairy IHC Offshore Systems, IHC provides Number of dive bells 2 integrated and on-deck solutions in any desired configuration. IHC’s module handling towers are custom made and adapted New well intervention vessel Operating depth 300m Particular attention is paid to robust design and flexible to comply with the customer’s needs: Number of work class ROVs 2 This vessel has a unique multi-service capability that has Total installed power 15,862kW configurations to ensure low integration costs and extended • maximum operational speed been designed to offer the easy handling of equipment and lifetime of the equipment. The main objective is to ensure • well intervention equipment or modules parked in tower effectiveness of well intervention operations. This provides maximum safety during severe offshore weather conditions. • movable service platforms for easy tool and tower access cost-effective solutions in both well intervention and subsea • maximum moon pool accessibility (four sides) services. Designed for class 2 dynamic positioning (DP2), the WELL ENHANCER The main features of the deck skidding systems include: • cursors for safe equipment guidance through moon pool vessel can also be easily converted to DP3. The WELL ENHANCER is a cost-effective vessel of high • skidding of loads weighing maximum 1,100 tonnes • optimal integration with vessel and other equipment performance and quality. IHC designed the vessel to • integrated or on-deck skid rails • minimum use of deck space All disciplines are under one roof to provide the ultimate accommodate a multi -purpose tower (delivered by Huisman), • flexible ‘drop-in’ rail design • low centre of gravity (COG) integrated solution. IHC can take full responsibility for an 18-person twin bell saturated diving system and a twin work • longitudinal and transverse rail combinations • hoist winches located outside tower the design, construction, delivery and integration of all class ROV system. She is also fitted with the option to deploy • stackable skidding carriages for storage • deep-sea lowering capabilities equipment, including the tower and diving spread and third coiled tubing and has the potential for upgrading with a flare • sea-fastened skidding carriages • hoist system with multi-functional AHCS party specialist equipment. The latest technology in electrical boom. The DP3 system, three engine rooms and propulsion • push-pull, rack and pinion or winch-driven carriages • integrated umbilical, guide wire and auxiliary systems drives and platform automation optimises the design, systems provide triple redundancy and help the vessel to • manual or full remote operation • cladding options for operations in Arctic environments construction and operation of IHC’s complex working vessels. be extremely reliable. Safety and security are guaranteed • optimised layout and integration/interface with other • full remote control systems. during intervention work by a gas closure system, which uses systems for efficient deck logistics. overpressure to protect the vessel’s accommodation.
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HOS ACHIEVER A&R winch
Off shore support
IHC Packhorse™-Maxi IHC Supporter® class modules
Innovati ve vessels IHC Supporter® class Advanced equipment Innovati ve electrical systems
The HOS ACHIEVER is a versati le custom-built off shore support cablelaying and pipelaying, off shore and diving support, and IHC supplies off shore support vessels and equipment for This fully integrated approach warrants high system vessel that is suited to inspecti on, repair, maintenance, diving even off shore wind farm services. The fl exibility off ered by various applicati ons, including inspecti on, repair, maintenance, availability, sustainability and maintainability. It applies to the and constructi on acti viti es. It is based on the IHC Type-22 the IHC Supporter® class means that it can perform diff erent decommissioning and deep-sea operati ons. They can be used design, constructi on and operati on of IHC’s versati le off shore design, which has been adapted for the vessel’s specifi c tasks mission requirements. Many features can be incorporated to support pipelaying and off shore constructi on vessels, and support vessels. with a range of advanced equipment, such as an A&R winch, into the design, for example the platf orm can be equipped adapted for specifi c charter tasks. ROV and cranes. with: a large moon pool; ROV hanger; helicopter deck; and off shore cranes. Equipment on board these versati le platf orms is varied. The Winch systems The ship is capable of accepti ng two 12-man modular saturated IHC Supporter® class, with a modular design and integrated The delivery of customised winch systems for use in the diving spreads – allowing the vessel to change functi ons The benefi ts of the IHC Supporter® class include low capital equipment, is adaptable throughout its working life as an off shore oil and gas industry is one of the specialiti esof rapidly – and a modular pipelaying unit, which can be placed expenditure and short delivery ti me, as well as reduced off shore support vessel. IHC Winches. It uses in-house resources for engineering, on the aft deck. One dive bell of the modular twin-bell diving operati ng costs and high residual value. procurement, constructi on and on-site commissioning system is operated through the moon pool. A second can be IHC can deliver all equipment for the purpose of pipelaying, acti viti es to deliver complete large-scale hydraulic or electric operated through the large working moon pool. cablelaying, diving support and well interventi on. It combines motor-driven winch systems. IHC Packhorse™ range the experti se and experience of several experts within the Two engine rooms provide ample power for manoeuvring and IHC has also developed a series of off shore support vessels, company, which results in safe and effi cient off shore support An A&R winch is designed especially for the abandonment positi oning this DP3 vessel. A third dedicated engine room – known as the IHC Packhorse™ range. The IHC Packhorse™ is soluti ons. or recovery of a pipe or cable on the seabed. Greater water providing power for deck appliances – guarantees additi onal a platf orm supply vessel (PSV) and the IHC Packhorse™-Maxi depths have led to an increase in top tension requirements power to enhance safety and fl exibility. has been designed for subsea support. and resulted in larger A&R winch systems. Working at greater High system availability water depths also calls for longer cable lengths. IHC’s A&R A 160 tonnes heave-compensated crane and a 400 tonnes The main features include: a large working deck; fuel-effi cient For system integrati on, IHC relies on the knowledge and winches are available as single drum winches or as a tracti on heave-compensated A&R winch are suited to subsea work. hull form; opti mised power distributi on; and a fl exible tank electrical systems of its specialist business unit IHC Drives & with storage winch combinati on, depending on customer The two additi onal cranes are ideal for deck work. A twin confi gurati on. To ensure effi cient integrati on into the vessel’s Automati on. It can deliver the integrated automati on system, preferences. Furthermore, they are built in compliance with work-class ROV system is integrated into the vessel’s design. operati ng systems, IHC business units supply among others the full electrical installati on and the complete machinery rules from ABS, DNV, Lloyds and so on. the low-cost, yet highly effi cient power distributi on system, package. From generators via transformers and switchboards, portable dive systems and cablelay soluti ons. to thruster drives with DP2 control, IHC engineers, builds Tracti on and storage winches have a relati vely compact IHC Supporter® class and commissions the ship’s complete platf orm management design, are extremely reliable and smooth for the wire rope IHC has introduced the equally versati le IHC Supporter® class In additi on, the IHC Packhorse™-Maxi has a 59-person system according to the latest technological developments. to safequard the conti nuity of operati ons. IHC’s experti se of to its expanding line-up of standard vessels. The modular accommodati on unit and dual-stability books for operati on as swell compensati on systems enables it to provide complete design-and-build concept off ers a cost-eff ecti ve, medium- a non-SPS PSV at deeper draught. It has also been designed deep-water lowering systems. sized platf orm to off shore operators. This means that each ship for the easy retrofi tti ng of a heli-deck and to accommodate a is adaptable to a wide range of off shore acti viti es, including 100 tonnes heave-compensated crane.
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SEVEN ATLANTIC
Diving support Integrated off shore soluti ons Business concepts of diving operati ons have changed signifi cantly. What may once have been considered a record-breaking dive has become a daily routi ne exercise. Therefore, new technologies are required to reach new depths, and to perform safer and more effi cient operati ons.
The current developments in the explorati on and producti on sector require a new generati on of diving support vessels. The key factors to be considered in the development of these vessels are multi -functi onality, opti mal effi ciency and worldwide usability.
Innovati ve vessels IHC delivers custom-built diving support vessels, such as the SEVEN ATLANTIC, as well as the pre-designed modular IHC Supporter® class series with saturati on diving equipment.
Diving support vessels operate as a fl oati ng dive base. Onboard, divers remain under high pressures in saturati on dive chambers. The divers are transported to the work site by means of a diving bell, where they are involved in maintenance, repair and inspecti on acti viti es.
IHC diving support vessels are designed to support: professional diving projects; global installati on, maintenance and repair work; and other tasks such as subsea and off shore constructi on.
Advanced equipment IHC Hytech is IHC’s in-house centre of competence for off shore diving technologies and integrati on of diving equipment. By combining experience in vessel integrati on and advanced equipment with knowledge of diving, IHC is able to off er integrated diving system soluti ons including DSV Class notati on. This leads to short delivery ti mes and a cost-eff ecti ve diving soluti on. The vessel itself will also become more effi cient and safer, due to this integrati on.
IHC off ers a wide range of advanced equipment to ensure the deep-water diving operati ons of its customers can be carried out safely and eff ecti vely. This includes saturati on diving equipment and decompression chambers that allow divers to stay under water for signifi cant periods to complete their work. The company also supplies several diver handling systems and components required for deep-water diving acti viti es, as well as the necessary electrical power and automati on systems.
Saturati on diving Diver handling systems Hyperbaric self-propelled lifeboat
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Integrati on of SAT system
Diving support
Mini SAT-system
Innovati ve vessels IHC Supporter® class Advanced equipment Decompression chamber
The modular approach for the IHC Supporter® class product IHC Hytech is IHC’s specialist in high-quality diving systems and Name IHC Supporter® class Decompression chambers range off ers a variety of functi onaliti es that suit the customer’s equipment. With a broad customer base that includes various The decompression chambers built by IHC are suitable for mission requirements. Maximum synergy is obtained by the navies, governmental organisati ons, salvage companies and any applicati on. The company believes that decompression integrati on of vessel parti culars, a diving system and other Length overall 94-132m inshore/off shore diving contractors (both domesti c and chambers should be easy to operate, to avoid possible errors equipment into a complete diving support soluti on. As a Length between perpendiculars 80.26-117.7m internati onal), it has extensive experience in designing and or losing precious ti me. All decompression chambers can be Breadth 22m result, various diving confi gurati ons will be available for the Depth 9.5m manufacturing safe and reliable diving equipment. custom-made to fi t their applicati ons precisely. Safety and IHC Supporter® class platf orm. Design draught 6.25m reliability are important features and IHC is able to build Scantling draught 6.75m decompression chambers according to any standard: Lloyd’s Diff erent diving support purposes require varying vessel Speed 14.5 knots Saturati on diving Register of Shipping, ABS, GL, DNV, IMCA and so on. lengths and the integrati on of diff erent diving systems. Deadweight 3,700-8,000 tonnes As well as integrated third-party saturati on diving systems for DP Class 3 Vessel lengths ranging from 94 to 132 metres allow for the Number of divers 6/12/18 its innovati ve vessels, IHC also provides other equipment for integrati on of diving systems with a capacity of six, 12 or 18 Number of dive bells 1/2 safe deep-water diving. Diver handling systems divers. The systems have a depth rati ng of 100, 200 and 300 Operati ng depth 100/200/300m To ensure the safe transportati on of divers, several diver metres of seawater respecti vely, and can be equipped with a Number of work class ROVs up to 2 A variety of innovati ve and modular air and mixed gas diving handling systems are available. Divers can be taken to and single- or twin-bell launch and recovery system, each through Total installed power 10,500kW systems are available. These range from basic transportable from the subsea work site using the Launch and Recovery a dedicated diving moon pool. decompression chambers via air dive basket LARS units to fully System (LARS), which is easy to transport and operate, and integrated mini SAT-diving systems with all the necessary life- comes with a guaranteed level of safety. The WBHS3-100 is Alternati vely, diving equipment can be integrated into vessels support equipment. All of these systems are built around deck an open wet-bell handling system that allows three divers to with other primary mission profi les, such as well interventi on. compression chambers, which provide safe and controlled work at a depth of up to 100 metres. It consists of an A-frame The versati le IHC Supporter® class platf orm, in conjuncti on diver decompression. A dedicated launch and recovery with sheaves; a top frame with hydraulic winches to hoist the with advanced modular diving equipment, off ers a cost- system allows the divers to be transported to and from the bell and its clump weight; and a Dive Control Container (DCC). eff ecti ve off shore diving soluti on that suits a wide range of subsea work site with the closed dive bell. This is equipped mission profi les. for two or three divers, depending on system confi gurati on.
Cutti ng-edge technology is readily available for condensing IHC Hytech is the market-leading supplier of hyperbaric into IHC vessels. The automati on of the modular design evacuati on pressure chambers, complete with the chamber is integrated in the system architecture by IHC’s specialist outf itti ng, and the internal/external life-support and business unit, IHC Drives & Automati on. Triplicated engine environmental control equipment. The evacuati on chamber rooms allow the IHC Supporter® class to maintain DP3 systems are available for nine, 12, 18 or 24 divers and for operati on with one engine room out of service. depth ranges up to 400 metres of seawater.
22 Royal IHC | Off shore Off shore | Royal IHC 23 Product groups
Noise mitigation system
Offshore wind farm installation
Upending frame
Innovative vessels NEPTUNE Advanced equipment IHC Hydrohammer®
IHC’s expertise includes the design, engineering and IHC provides consultancy services in the fields of vessel and Name NEPTUNE Noise mitigation system construction of vessels and equipment for the installation, Purchaser GeoSea equipment design, offshore wind and marine operational The purpose of the noise mitigation system (NMS) is to reduce operation and maintenance of wind turbines. The construction Delivery year 2012 engineering and assessments. These services range from load- the impact on sea life due to offshore construction activities of these vessels – built in The Netherlands or overseas – out, seabed preparation, transport and installation activities, for oil, gas and renewable energy. The NMS is based on a meets customer expectations within the agreed timeframe such as feeder solutions, to methods and equipment for the double-walled steel casing, with stiffeners to resist wave, Length overall 60.25m and budget. Breadth 38m operation and maintenance of offshore wind farms. current and compression impact. Depth 6m The self-elevating heavy-lift jack-up vessel, NEPTUNE, was Design draught 3.9m IHC provides services and expertise for the construction, The monopile NMS is equipped with a variable guiding delivered by IHC with an impressively short lead time of 18 Total jacking capacity 6,000 tonnes operation and maintenance of offshore wind farms including: system. This assures the swift guidance of the monopile months – from signing the contract to delivery. This complex, DP Class 2 • consultancy and design, incorporating operational through the NMS and the positioning of the NMS Leg length 80m high-tech and unique vessel is 60 metres long and 38 metres Leg diameter 3.5m engineering concentrically with the monopile. Furthermore, the variable wide, and comes equipped with a dedicated 600 tonnes fully Main crane capacity 60mt • engineering and fabrication of equipment guidance isolates the mechanical contact between monopile revolving crane that is integrated into the hull. Auxiliary crane capacity 10mt • handling and installation tools and screen. A multi-level bubble injector system operating Total installed power 8,900kW • construction of vessels and modifications to existing inside the NMS creates an extra noise barrier. The mudmat The NEPTUNE, designed by Gusto MSC, is perfect for the vessels. flange on the bottom of the screen enables a stable positioning transport and installation of offshore wind turbines and any on the seabed. other heavy marine offshore structures. To store the wind turbine components, it boasts a 1,600m2 main deck with a Hammers and handling equipment capacity of 10t/m2. The NEPTUNE has a MODU certificate, The majority of European offshore wind farms using monopile Blade handling tool which enables the vessel to not only travel to and manoeuvre foundations were installed with hammers supplied by IHC has developed a patented concept for handling blades on her own in a mobilisation area, but also to sail overseas to IHC Hydrohammer®. IHC offers a wide range of unique with a tool mounted to the boom of the Wind Turbine new job sites. and renowned equipment to install offshore wind turbine Generator installation crane. This increases the allowable foundations thoroughly and efficiently. This includes the wind speeds for blade installation and makes it possible to transportation and handling of various types of foundation mount a blade at any angle. structures with upending tools, monopile plugs, internal lifting tools, upending hooks combined with saddles, skidding arrangements, winches, hydraulic devices, buoyancy systems for jackets and piling templates.
24 Royal IHC | Offshore Offshore | Royal IHC 25 Product groups
Pile-driving
Pile guiding tool Pile-driving acti vity by heavy-lift ing vessel OLEG STRASHNOV
Advanced equipment 1,200kNm hammer Pile anti -running clamp 96” Fast Frame
Pile-driving equipment is used for the reliable and controlled Innovati ve approach Its unique design makes it suitable for all types of piling Renowned equipment used during pile-driving operati ons installati on of conductors, anchor piles, jacket skirt and/or leg IHC Hydrohammer designs, builds and supplies hydraulic and foundati on work, ranging from piling impact-sensiti ve includes: external and internal lift ing tools; pile anti -running piles, monopiles and start-up piles at sea. The installati on of piling hammers, for on- and off shore use and is known concrete piles, to piling large and long off shore caisson piles. clamps; levelling equipment; and jacket pile grippers. subsea structures has moved from shallow waters to deeper, throughout the world for its innovati ve approach. This is not The hammer can even be used to break rock (also underwater). and even ultra-deep waters beyond 3,000 metres. simply confi ned to the hammers, but also extends to enti rely Using its wide experience and innovati ve skills, IHC Handling new piling techniques, foundati on equipment and hammer Systems maintains a market focus, which places emphasis This means that the capabiliti es, capaciti es and even design accessories, with a view to making pile-driving more effi cient, Pile support frames on quality products, either standard or custom-made, of IHC equipment are conti nuously improving to meet these easier to control, quieter and more widely usable. IHC Sea Steel supplies a wide range of pile support frames and and services designed to meet specifi c customer needs. new markets. IHC’s pile-driving equipment has been designed other piling soluti ons, suitable for piles ranging in diameter All equipment is designed using a ‘hands-on’ operati onal and manufactured as a response to the installati on challenges IHC technology has been successfully introduced and applied from 20 to 104 inches. The piling frames have been developed approach, based on IHC’s long experience in the oil and gas faced by its customers. within the off shore industry. The closed hammer housing, to substanti ally reduce the ti me for installati on, and safeguard installati on market. excellent control opti ons and reliability make the hydraulic the positi on of the pile. hammer eminently suitable for driving conductors, anchor For example it has designed and constructed an innovati ve pile One-stop shop piles, jackets, monopiles and start-up piles for pipelayers at The equipment can be uti lised for many diff erent applicati ons, guiding tool for the installati on of wind turbine foundati ons With hydrohammers from IHC Hydrohammer, piling frames sea. including the installati on of FPSO mooring piles, pipeline at sea. Aft er delivery is was installed on board Seajacks’ from IHC Sea Steel and handling equipment from IHC Handling initi ati on piles, wellhead protecti on piles, pre-piled jacket jack-up vessel, ZARATAN. It has replaced the commonly Systems, IHC is a one-stop shop for the rental or sales of all foundati ons and pre-driven conductors. All products can be used ‘upending bucket’ and ‘guiding and positi oning tool’ necessary installati on equipment related to off shore pile Hydraulic hydrohammers modifi ed to meet the requirements of a project and bespoke by combining two operati ons – ti lti ng and positi oning – into installati on projects. There are no compromises in the design of the hydraulic engineering soluti ons can be developed to suit all subsea one piece of equipment. This saves valuable ti me during the IHC Hydrohammer, where reliability, effi ciency, possibiliti es conditi ons. installati on process, less deck space is required and it is much IHC’s pile-driving equipment off ers its customers a more and safety are the focus. The design is forged from billions lighter than the current equipment. effi cient soluti on for their installati on projects. As an example of hammer strikes, both on- and off shore. The hydrohammer the Fast Frame was developed to signifi cantly reduce off shore combines a solid one-piece ram with a fully enclosed hammer ‘Hands-on’ soluti ons installati on ti mes while maintaining the orientati on and housing. The result is an elegant yet robust and reliable IHC Handling Systems equipment is suitable for various verti cality of the pile. hammer. off shore acti viti es. It ranges from internal lift ing tools (ILT), used during the handling of foundati on piles for a jacket structure installati on, to specially designed handling and cutti ng tools, used for decommissioning a complete steel structure.
26 Royal IHC | Off shore Off shore | Royal IHC 27 Product groups
FPSO installati on and offl oading
Hydraulic power pack
Advanced equipment Tandem offl oading system Riser pull-in system Mooring system on board
IHC delivers advanced equipment for various fl oati ng confi gurati on, IHC delivers surface chain jacks, removable IHC’s deck-skidding arrangements are designed for safe The design of the offl oading hose reel minimises the space producti on systems – such as fl oati ng producti on, storage subsea chain jacks, chain winches (windlasses), tracti on winch storage and horizontal transportati on on board. Parti cular needed on board to store the hose. The reel can be made and offl oading vessels (FPSOs), semi-submersibles, tension systems or combinati on winches as standalone items, or in att enti on is paid to robust design and fl exible confi gurati ons according to any size and type of hose and storage. A spooling leg platf orms (TLPs) and spars – including on board mooring combinati on with other mooring equipment for both shallow to ensure low integrati on costs and extended lifeti me of the device assists in the smooth spooling-on of the hose, on to systems, riser pull-in and offl oading systems and deepwater fi eld applicati ons. equipment. The main objecti ve is to ensure maximum safety the drum. during severe off shore weather conditi ons. A winch can be The IHC team works closely with the customer to ensure the IHC delivers multi -functi onal, custom-made, movable chain placed on top of the deck-skidding system. A central or dedicated hydraulic power unit can be used to most effi cient soluti on is achieved. IHC is a one-stop shop for handling systems. Used to handle heavyweight cut-off chain smoothly operate the hose and hawser reel. A power unit, the best result in system integrati on, either for new-builds or parts safely, they can also lift the deadweight of a chain jack which is driven by electric power from the FPSO distributi on conversions. It can deliver a completely integrated system or or carry the weight of a chain pull-in winch, and skid it above Offl oading systems board, generates the hydraulic supply. The drive with an supply equipment as separate components. a number of mooring slots. IHC engineers and delivers complete offl oading systems, integrated hydraulically operated fail-safe parking brake is comprising of a hose reeling system, hawser reeling system controlled by a local console. It is possible to vary the speed and quick-release mooring mechanism. IHC’s comprehensive of the reels and spooling device using proporti onal hydraulic Mooring systems (on board) Riser pull-in systems and fully integrated offl oading systems are reliable, easy to valves. IHC is a reliable partner for the delivery of highquality custom- IHC supplies tailor-made complete riser pull-in equipment operate and tailored to meet specifi c customer requirements. made mooring line installati on systems required to meet the packages comprising custom-made pull-in winches, turn- Special att enti on has been paid to the easy and safe ever-increasing demand for drilling and producti on in deep down sheave trolleys, winch skidding systems, tracti on winch maintenance of offl oading hoses, and their replacement, water and harsh fi eld conditi ons. IHC delivers complete systems, hydraulic power units and dedicated control systems. while the FPSO is moored in her off shore fi eld. on-board mooring systems on a turnkey basis, typically comprising underwater fairleads, chain jacks, pull-in winches, IHC’s turn-down sheave trolleys are custom-built installati ons For safe and effi cient operati ons between the F(P)SO and a hydraulic power units, skidding and other handling systems. that combine several technologies into one autonomic shutle tanker, IHC delivers complete and tailor-made tandem system dedicated for riser handling. The trolley positi on can mooring systems. These contain the means for storage, IHC’s chain fairleads are designed according to the latest be adjusted in a longitudinal directi on alongside the vessel to deployment and recovery of the mooring hawser assembly standards applicable to the customer’s fl oater project. The ensure verti cal riser pulling on multi ple riser slots, which are and integrated mooring point, with a full load quick-release custom-made design incorporates limited maintenance predominantly found on spread-moored FPSO vessels. facility. In additi on, hydraulic power, control uti lity and load requirements, minimum moti on impact on top chain, monitoring and data-logging equipment can be incorporated. opti mum pocket design to minimise chain wear, chain fati gue, With years of experience in designing and manufacturing and extensive corrosion protecti on systems. winches, IHC can supply any winch to meet the requirements of its customers, designed for the harsh conditi ons of the As part of complete mooring installati on systems, IHC off shore industry. provides dual pawl chain stoppers, for supporti ng and holding mooring chains. Depending on the project mooring
28 Royal IHC | Off shore Off shore | Royal IHC 29 Product groups Handling, lift ing and deep-water lowering
Advanced equipment Upending frame Internal lift ing tool (ILT) Tracti on winch
IHC supplies a wide range of off shore handling, lift ing and Tailor-made soluti ons Tracti on winches Fail-safe internal lift ing tools deep-water lowering equipment. As well as handling soluti ons for surface and/or shallow The water depth limits for off shore fi eld development Internal lift ing tools are hydraulically acti vated, fail-safe lift ing water use, IHC is also familiar with water depths beyond are extending conti nuously. This means that the limits for tools that clamp on the inside of the top of a pile. Required All of these products are of very high quality, guaranteeing 3,000 metres. It has successfully completed projects that IHC winches are constantly evolving as well. The company’s to lift piles, conductors, small jackets and even modules, they an extensive fi eld of applicati on. Working in deep and involved positi oning mooring piles in depths of 2,500 metres answer is a new generati on of tracti on and storage winches. can also be used for decommissioning projects and in the ultra-deep waters brings several challenges. IHC designs or installing subsea manifolds in depths of 3,000 metres. In removal market. equipment to withstand these extreme conditi ons and heavy additi on to IHC’s supply of standard equipment, its ability Both have a relati vely compact design, are extremely reliable loads. to off er tailor-made soluti ons has resulted in an outstanding and are smooth for the wire rope to safeguard conti nuity of The diameter of IHC’s standard internal lift ing tools ranges reputati on as a manufacturer of custom-made equipment. operati ons. IHC’s experti se of swell compensati on systems, from 16 up to 106 inches and the lift ing capacity varies from Its heavy lift ing and deep-water lowering equipment provides together with its new generati on tracti on winches, enables it 200 to 2,000 tonnes. Internal lift ing tools are globally used by fi rst-class transportati on and constructi on services to the The equipment on off er includes: to also provide customers with complete deep-water lowering the majority of off shore contractors in standard water depths off shore industry. For example, it encompasses the safe • external and internal lift ing tools systems. of 500 metres and up to 2,250 metres with a special deep- movement of large piles, jackets and blades. • surface and subsea levelling systems water package. • jacket pile grippers As water depths and loads are limited by available wire • upending frames rope diameters and their maximum producti on weight, Effi cient handling equipment • pile plugs IHC Winches is running tests using special syntheti c wire rope Handling equipment is required for upending, handling and • skidding equipment onto tracti on winches, extending water depth limits for its taking the full load of long piles or any other object in a safe • hydraulic release shackles and pin-release systems for customers’ future projects. and controlled way. The pile upending frame, for example, subsea use has been designed for upending foundati on piles that exceed • hydraulic power packs for surface and subsea use the height of the crane boom. The frame operates as a fi xed • hose reels ‘clamping’ hinge on the edge of the deck, allowing the pile to • lift ing frames extend overboard during the upending operati on. • tracti on winches and storage winches for deep-water lowering This equipment can signifi cantly improve the usability and • jacking systems effi ciency of the installati on contractor’s crane vessel. What • pipe cutt ers was originally a project-related design is now a well known • pile anti -running clamps standard piece of equipment in the market. • bear cages.
30 Royal IHC | Off shore Off shore | Royal IHC 31 Product groups
• Generators • Transformers • Switchboards • Frequency drives • Electric motors • One man bridge system • Dynamic Positi oning System • Power Management System • Vessel Management System • Propulsion Control System • CCTV system • Helicopter monitoring system • Complete electrical installati on
Electrical power and automati on systems Hydraulic systems Hydraulic power pack Electrical power and automati on systems SAPURA DIAMANTE
The harsh conditi ons of the off shore industry demand Wide range In additi on to vessels and equipment, IHC delivers soluti ons for High level of performance high-quality equipment, with high levels of reliability. IHC IHC uses its in-house resources for engineering, procurement, opti mal off shore operati ons. Tailored to meet the performance Electrical power systems and conversion are becoming is not only able to off er hydraulic power packs, but can also constructi on, installati on and on-site commissioning acti viti es requirements of customers, the latest technology in electrical increasingly important on board. The growing number of provide a complete hydraulic system, including manifolds, to deliver: complete, large-scale hydraulic installati ons and drives and platf orm automati on opti mises the design, electrical systems enables a more fl exible vessel layout and, piping, hydraulic cylinders and hydraulic winches. hydraulic equipment for turret mooring and connect systems; constructi on and operati on of its complex working vessels. in most cases, greater effi ciency in the applicati on of energy. buoy pull-in and locking systems; hose and hawser reeling The modular design of IHC vessels in general and their The specialists at IHC Hytop have the capability to deliver systems for tandem mooring; spread mooring systems; innovati ve frequency drives provide a high level of system complete, large-scale hydraulic installati ons, as well as serial jacking systems; canti lever skidding systems; sti nger handling Integrati on of systems performance and the lowest cost of ownership. producti on of compact hydraulic systems and equipment. systems; sti nger uplift compensati on systems; sti nger shock IHC Drives & Automati on excels in the integrati on of a variety It has the know-how to execute its customers’ projects absorpti on systems; and special handling systems. of systems, such as navigati on functi ons, communicati on, The integrati on of in-house developed platf orm automati on with basic or detailed engineering, and with planning and energy management, heavy crane operati on, off shore systems is mainly provided in three product lines, accompanied producti on faciliti es. In additi on, it tests the hydraulic systems As a total system supplier, it off ers customers the advantage handling and propulsion control. The approach ensures high by complete electrical installati ons: and equipment before it is delivered to customers. of commitment coupled with knowledge and experience. This system availability, sustainability and maintainability. • Alarm and Monitoring Systems (AMS) with principal results in creati ve and innovati ve hydraulic systems, regardless design appraisal of classifi cati on societi es of size. IHC is an expert in one-off and serial producti on, The specialists at IHC design and deliver generators, electric/ • Vessel Management Systems (VMS) for the integrati on of Hydraulic systems parti al soluti ons and turnkey delivery. submersible motors, main switchboards, variable frequency all platf orm functi ons, including PMS and off shore IHC specialises in the provision of complete hydraulic systems drives for low and medium voltage, transformers and operati on systems for use in the off shore industry. It is focused on upstream oil inverters, DP2 and DP3 systems, and arti fi cial intelligence- • Conditi on Monitoring Systems (CMS) for the support of and gas industrial applicati ons, such as hydraulic systems for Cylinders based platf orm automati on systems. Complete electrical maintenance and logisti cal decisions. catenary anchor leg mooring systems (CALM buoys), fl oati ng With 40 years of experience in designing and maintaining installati ons and additi onal equipment integrate all features. producti on storage and offl oading faciliti es (FPSO), jack-up cylinders for use in demanding environments, IHC Vremac Training and life-cycle support help to reduce the cost of IHC off ers the opti mal integrati on of electro-technical and platf orms, jack-up vessels, and pipelaying vessels. Cylinders has all the know-how required to transform ownership for customers. automati on knowledge with naval and mechanical engineering customer requirements into cylinder specifi cati ons that will to its customers, which results in enhanced control of the perform in real-life fi eld applicati ons. vessel and a higher level of performance.
32 Royal IHC | Off shore Off shore | Royal IHC 33 IHC Life-cycle support
Your performance is our challenge
Component repair
Training and assistance on board Total logisti c support Customised maintenance programme
IHC customers rely on the unrivalled level of commitment Design Maintain Upgrade that is off ered to them through dedicated and comprehensive The design phase encompasses the enti re trajectory, from the At this stage, the aim is to opti mise the system’s availability This stage facilitates several opti ons for the necessary life-cycle support services. These help to maximise the fi rst point of contact about a potenti al off shore challenge, to in a cost-eff ecti ve manner. This is achieved by intelligently overhaul and/or replacement of major or structural systems equipment’s availability and the return on investment, and the last drawing or calculati on, directed to off er a practi cal maintaining its technical functi onality with regard to prevailing and subsystems. These are based on economic considerati ons, therefore reduces the total cost of ownership. soluti on. operati onal circumstances – and by a quick response in the conti nuing compliance to regulati ons or changing operati onal event of an unexpected technical defect. requirements. The cycle can be entered at any of its fi ve integrated stages. The technology innovator’s highly qualifi ed experts design Build and build innovati ve vessels and advanced equipment based Irrespecti ve of the actual locati on, the building stage integrates on their vast worldwide experience of the dredging, mining the procurement, manufacturing, commissioning and testi ng and off shore industries. of the vessels’ and equipment’s hardware and soft ware. Their future uti lisati on and operati onal effi ciency are enhanced and The company off ers a complete spectrum of high-quality and ensured by the life-cycle support services. Examples of the up-to-date services to ensure that crews operate in a highly services are project management, works and site supervision, skilled and effi cient manner to achieve opti mum levels of commissioning and technical support. producti vity. IHC life-cycle support also allows operators to maintain the durability and reliability of their systems through These services improve the quality, sustainability, durability, a range of specialist services. ease of maintenance, compliance to regulati ons, and awareness of systems and operati ons. Depending on the type Furthermore, an upgrade by means of renovati on, of equipment and/or contract, they are – partly or wholly modifi cati on or update of the existi ng systems, components – integrated in the scope of delivery, but they can also be and/or soft ware can extend the working life of the vessel off ered separately to customers worldwide. and equipment. With the experti se to research, engineer and install to the highest possible standard, the IHC team will also uti lise complex processes, knowledge and experience to Operate maintain the correct and safe operati on of all its products on The operati onal stage of a system either embraces the board. period from the day of delivery of vessels and/or equipment unti l its functi onal withdrawal, or a full lease/rental period. During this trajectory, the aim is to preserve the system’s vital functi onality and effi ciency under prevailing or changing operati onal conditi ons.
34 Royal IHC | Off shore Off shore | Royal IHC 35 Off shore
Reliable partner for effi cient off shore soluti ons Royal IHC – Off shore
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