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www.ihcmerwede.com/www.ihcsystems.com or This document reserved. All rights of IHC Merwede. the property remains This document or or otherwise not be made public or disclosed, copied reproduced may part thereof any IHC Merwede. means without prior permission in writing from any or by form used in any The welfare of our planet depends on the existence and maintenance of ports, rivers and safe estuaries. So dredging - and all it involves - is indispensable.

We all feel our responsibility to future generations. Our legacy must be a Efficient Dredging... world in which they can prosper: a clean and safe earth with sustainable energy, abundant natural life and economic opportunities.

So the IHC Systems mission is to optimise dredger performance and operations. To reduce over-dredging, spillage, energy consumption, emissions, turbidity, ecological side-effects and operational costs. And, ultimately, to improve the global present and future.

Our instrumentation & automation, knowledge, expertise and experience are dedicated to this aim. They are our contribution to IHC Merwede and to a sustainable future for all our stakeholders.

...our contribution to a sustainable future

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Efficient Dredging Trailing suction hopper dredgers Cutter suction dredgers as a concept 10 12 ‘Efficient Dredging’ is a total concept performance means that human alert- that allows contractors to deploy ness declines substantially during a dredging equipment for the lowest working shift; computers, however, stay possible costs, generating the highest awake as long as power is switched on. possible economic and ecological So automation under dredge master benefits, and maximising satisfaction supervision can yield production for the people who work with that improvements of 15-25%, or even more, equipment. It underlies everything we depending on the circumstances. Excavators Hydrographics do: our thinking, our processes, our software, our hardware and our services. To implement the concept, IHC Systems draws on all kinds of conventional Sales & The optimal utilisation of onboard control, automation and presentation Specification Advice & Project equipment, the reduction of dredging technologies. But also on innovative feasibility management time, a smoother dredging process, technologies like model-based control, 12 the simplification of fault diagnosis artificial intelligence, real-time Efficient Dredging 11 1

and facilities to reduce downtime and simulation and remote system diagnosis Reduce Costs R&D & Engineering wear, the prevention of under- and & upgrading. We also exploit the vast of Ownership Cooperation & Design 14Improve 10 2 16 IHC Merwede over-dredging: these are the operational knowledge and resources of the entire availability Connect - infrastructure benefits of Efficient Dredging. IHC Merwede group in the areas of Maintain preventively IHC Systems CBMS shipbuilding, mechanics, soil mechanics, Accelerate Return Retrofit 9 3 Manufacturing FMEA on investment LCS around Even after the shipbuilder has built dredging, mining and so on. RAMS analyse Operate sustainably the clock reliable and efficient equipment, Special Build durable products and even after all the efforts of the The concept is honed in close alliances OEM relations 8 4 contractor to optimise the utilisation of with clients to achieve outstanding Innovate Upgrading Test & that equipment, the Efficient Dredging operations, and worked out in specific Life cycle support Commissioning Research & Development 7 5 concept continues to make a significant products, systems and services for 6 contribution, providing dredgers with every category of dredger and every Service & Training maintenance extra ‘senses’ and ‘hands & feet’. field. Needless to say, the products Manuals & can cope with all dredging conditions: spares Relatively modest investments in temperature and humidity changes, instrumentation, automation, and shocks, dust, abrasive materials, surveying techniques lead to major pressure variations and vibrations. improvements in efficiency and Our website supplies more detailed accuracy. The normal curve of human product brochures.

4 5 The Efficient Dredging concept on trailing suction hopper dredgers optimises:

• the suction process during trailing • the settling process in the hopper • the accuracy of the location to be dredged • the dredge cycle time in relation to sailing time • the pumping process during pumping ashore or rainbowing • the utilisation and distribution of available power • the relations between these processes • crew training with IHC Systems simulators.

A wide range of hardware and hydraulically or electrically software products are available operated equipment: sluice for this purpose, starting with valves, bottom doors, winches robust pressure, production and so on. and position measurements for, among other things, pump However, these systems can performance, overflow ducts and be expanded and combined suction pipes. Moving up a level, with the functionality of the monitoring systems present the monitoring systems to produce position of suction pipes and the fully integrated presentation, loading status of the hopper, and control and automation systems. include automatic controllers This is the third application level for this equipment and for the for Efficient Dredging. It serves dredging pumps. Dredge track the total dredge and sailing presentation systems supply process, including navigation, information about the location engine room monitoring and Efficient Dredging where the dredger is working automation, power management, and can be used to prove that one-man-operated bridges and on trailing suction hopper dredgers the job has been done right. class-approved DP/DT systems. Control systems of the first level provide manual or semi- automatic control for the

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6 7 The Efficient Dredging concept on cutter suction dredgers optimises:

• the cutting and swing process • the anchoring and spud changing process • the suction and pumping process and the total mixture transport chain, including boosters • the accuracy of the location and the dredging profile • the utilisation and distribution of available power • the relations between these processes • crew training with IHC Systems simulators

A wide range of hardware and However, these systems can software products are available be expanded and combined for this purpose, starting with with the functionality of the robust pressure and production monitoring systems to produce measurements, as well as fully integrated presentation, position measurements for the control and automation systems. spud carrier and the ladder, for This is the third application example. Moving up a level, level for Efficient Dredging. monitoring systems present It serves the total swinging, the position of the cutter in its cutting and mixture transport local grid and provide automatic process, including control of controllers for profile dredging available boosters, engine room and pumps. Dredge track monitoring and automation, and presentation systems supply power management. Additional information about the location functionality, such as navigation where the dredger is working control and autopilots, is and can be used to prove that available for self-propelling Efficient Dredging the job has been done right. cutter suction dredgers.

Control systems at the basic Although the bucket line dredger on cutter suction dredgers level provide manual or semi- is becoming rare in dredge automatic control for the operations, automation for hydraulically or electrically ope- these vessels is quite similar to rated equipment such as winches, cutter suction dredgers and IHC sluice valves, spuds and so on. Systems can also provide it.

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8 9 Efficient Dredging The Efficient Dredging concept on excavator dredgers optimises: • the accuracy of the location and the dredging profile • the safety of cutting and slew operations on excavators • outreach, pontoon and swing protection • the relations between these processes • self-learning automation of routine jobs • crew training with IHC Systems simulators.

The ‘brain’ here is a dedicated automation requested by the monitoring system known as client. Connections to dredge XPM. It draws on input from track presentation systems rugged position transmitters to supply information about the present the excavator in its local location where the dredger is grid, enabling the operator to do working and can be used to the job efficiently. A wide range prove that the job has been of options include: automatic done right. Very high dredging profile dredging, automatic tooth accuracies are entirely feasible. angle, automatic safe limits of movements and any specific

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10 11 Efficient Dredging is more than just perfect instruments and automated equipment. It also means dredging in the right place and Efficient Dredging avoiding under- and over-dredging, regardless of the type of dredger. Careful planning, online verification and confirmation of the quality of the work are the keywords. and hydrographics IHC Systems has developed the essential tools for this purpose, providing customers with even more effective ways to:

• determine exactly where to dredge and to forecast material quantities • present the dredger in a digital terrain model (DTM) and bathymetric charts • update chart data online during dredging • immediately deliver proof of performance and a basis for payment upon completion • hook up a wide range of position information apparatus easily • install 3D terrain and dredger presentation add-ins.

With input from gyrocompasses, sonar, sub-bottom profilers and echo sounders, tidal trans- so on. As well as simulation mitters, DGPS and other and training for crews and positioning systems, dredge operational staff. The packages track presentation system also allow operators to do their (DTPS) packages are suitable own training on board during for operations on board downtime. Excavator presentation survey vessels and dredgers to tolerances, defined on the IHC Systems is fully prepared basis of both cost and job to cooperate with customers in requirements, that can be to providing innovative solutions within centimetres. for any kind of challenge. We are a value-adding reseller and The package also includes a system integrator for many fully equipped survey vessels, manufacturers in the field. multi-channel telemetry systems, sonar/multi-beam

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12 13 Efficient Dredging IHC Systems’ life cycle support (LCS) is an integral part of the Efficient Dredging principle. It maximises equipment uptime, and therefore the capacity to earn back the investment in return for the and Life Cycle Support Manufacturing lowest possible costs of ownership.

This starts in the sales, specifi- Electronic systems regularly cation and design stages, require upgrades. Increasingly, with reliability, availability, software upgrades take place maintainability and safety online using the IHC Connect (RAMS) as vital components of protected data infrastructure. every system. Production, test Hardware upgrades usually stage and commissioning under involve dedicated operations, an Quality Management control area where IHC Systems has a make further contributions. proven track record. Sales & Sales & Commissioning Specificaon Specificaon Advice & Project Advice & Project Once in operation, the uptime Sustainable operations, durable feasibility management feasibility management of the equipment depends relationships and innovations by 12 12 heavily on operator skills, how our clients all benefit from this Efficient Dredging easily errors are detected, the practical effect of the Efficient 11 1 Efficient Dredging 11 1 right maintenance and the Dredging philosophy. Special R&D & Engineering Reduce Costs R&D & Engineering logistics for spare parts. The products and services in this field Reduce Costs & Design & Design of Ownership Cooperaon of Ownership Cooperaon condition-based maintenance are available or can be developed 10 2 IHC Merwede Improve 10 2 IHC Connect - system (CBMS) is an excellent in close concert with customers. Improve Connect - availability infrastructure availability infrastructure tool for this purpose. Its model- LCS is available 24/7. Maintain CBMS shaped algorithms combine Maintain IHC Systems CBMS prevenvely IHC Systems prevenvely FMEA operational and technical, OEM Retrofit Manufacturing Retrofit Manufacturing Manuals & spares 9 3 FMEA Accelerate Return 9 3 and sensor data about wear Accelerate Return LCS around on Investment LCS around RAMS analyse on investment RAMS analyse with ship management systems. the clock Operate sustainably the clock Special Operate sustainably Special products The system can, for example, products Build durable generate recommendations Build durable OEM relaons OEM relaons 8 4 8 4 about preventive maintenance. Innovate Innovate Upgrading Test & Upgrading Test & There is a web portal so that Commissioning Commissioning all information can be accessed 7 5 7 5 easily worldwide by all the 6 6 partners, who can then combine Service & Training Service & Training OEM knowledge and operational maintenance maintenance knowledge and make optimal Manuals & Manuals & use of those costly assets, the spares spares Service & maintenance dredgers.

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14 15 Efficient Dredging Dredging contractors are constantly facing up to new challenges in the fields of legislation, sustainability, greater operating depths, remote locations, and more extreme sea and climatic conditions. Regular product development at IHC Systems keeps pace with and Research & Development these evolutions.

For the more intricate and long-term challenges, IHC Systems has an independent research department of dedicated professionals with sound academic and practical credentials. They include people with doctorates, as well as doctorate students exploring cutting-edge advances. Others have years of experience with the fundamentals of dredging, the equipment and the processes.

The research department • a virtual environment and Sensor development participates in leading IHC physical models that make Merwede corporate research it possible to set up training platforms, studying sustainability, simulators for every kind of artificial dredging intelligence, dredging equipment deep sea technology, integrated • complete, reliable and clear participation and life cycle à la carte dredge process support technology. automation developed in consultation with the crews, In our own field of Efficient making it possible to install Dredging, the research depart- one-man-operated bridges on ment is an active pioneer at trailing suction hopper dredgers the frontiers of dredge process • Artificial Intelligence and Fundamental research automation and instrumentation; model-based control it pushes those frontiers back, applications that facilitate setting new standards in the complicated mixture pumping field. These activities are processes and hopper settling often conducted in intensive information partnerships with customers and • new sensors, for example to suppliers, generating benefits measure spill. for all.

Examples of recent research are: In many research projects, • a patented force algorithm that IHC Systems also works with allows the IHC Systems DP/DT the corporate knowledge Models system to keep track, irrespec- institute MTI and other tive of the forces exerted by knowledge institutes, with Dutch suction tubes and drag heads and Flemish universities, with • a new generation of control parties from the maritime cluster for cutter suction dredgers in the Netherlands and with using Extended Kalman government institutions such Product development keeps Filtering and advanced sensor as SenterNovem. pace with evolution. diagnostics

16 17 IHC Systems company profile IHC Merwede corporate profile IHC Systems IHC Merwede Dedicated to Efficient Dredging The technology innovator

With over 40 years of experience and fully certified to do so. All the knowledge IHC Systems is a member of the IHC a highly experienced workforce, IHC and experience needed to make Efficient Merwede group, which comprises three Systems is the market leader in the Dredging work are available in-house or divisions: Dredging & Mining, Offshore development, manufacture, simulation from IHC Merwede colleagues: ranging & Marine, and a group of sector-related and supply of instrumentation, control, from maritime electrics and electronics products and services. The third division automation and simulator systems for to soil characteristics, shipbuilding, is the meeting point for technological the dredging industry, the alluvial mining mechanics and any other knowledge expertise, and so it is known as industry, sand and gravel mining and involved in the building and control Technology & Services. related industries. of dredging, mining and offshore Each division operates both individually equipment. and in complementary ways so there is With its location in Sliedrecht, the Ontwikkeld a high level of synergy between related nieuw product heartland of dredging, IHC Systems’ The IHC Systems crew manages all IHC Merwede units. The group is a workforce of about 100 is dedicated to the activities needed for the creation genuine one-stop shop for the whole the concept of Efficient Dredging and and successful operation of Efficient range of equipment in the fields its proven benefits for the users of Dredging products and systems, such referred to here. dredging equipment. as pre-feasibility and1. feasibilityVraag naar studies, nieuw product design, research and development IHC Merwede stands out as the To fulfil this commitment IHC Systems activities, engineering, drawings, work technology innovator. Highly builds all kinds of electric, electronic preparation and logistics, manufactu- IHC Systems’ location Sliedrecht developed knowledge, experience and and information technology systems, ring, testing, system integration, craftsmanship generate outstanding from robust sensors and transmitters to commissioning, simulator-supported2. Definiëren vraag products, systems and services. naar nieuw product IHC Beaver Dredgers B.V. IHC Engineering Business Ltd. IHC Krimpen Shipyard B.V. complete integrated control, monitoring training, spare parts management and A substantial part of the annual turn- IHC Dredgers B.V. IHC Fundex Equipment B.V. IHC Merwede Design d.o.o. and automation systems, as well as any other aspect of life cycle support. over is dedicated to R&D to maintain IHC Engineering Services B.V. IHC Handling Systems V.O.F. IHC Merwede Design s.r.o. simulators/training simulators, and our pole position. IHC Holland B.V. IHC Hydrohammer B.V. Merwede Repair B.V. IHC Krimpen Shipyard B.V. IHC Hytop B.V. Merwede Shipyard B.V. hydrographical and survey equipment. Our strategic partnership with Imtech IHC Mining IHC Lagersmit B.V. Services range from sales support and Marine & Offshore means that we MTI Holland B.V. IHC Metalix B.V. 3. Past het binnen nee system integration management to have in-depth resourcesbedrijfsfilosofie? in the field of Einde Training Institute for Dredging (TID) IHC Offshore Systems B.V. Verenigde Scheepswerf Heusden B.V. IHC Parts & Services B.V. training and worldwide field service - industrial instrumentation and control IHC Piping B.V. and all conceivable activities in between. technology. Our incorporation in the IHC Sea Steel Ltd. ja structure of IHC Merwede allows IHC IHC Systems B.V. Partnership IHC Vremac Cylinders B.V. ISO 9001: 2000 certificate IHC Systems operates in compliance with Systems to be represented in nearly Merwede Interior B.V. 4. Opstellen Ontwerpkader the standards of ISO 9001: 2000 and is every country in theOntwerpkader world. Verenigde Scheepswerf Heusden B.V.

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