Lifeboats & Launching Appliances

Introduction

A vessel is obligated by I.M.O., S.O.L.A.S. and Flag Administrations to ensure the safe escape of the crew in the unlikely event of an accident. The means of escape include the Lifeboats and their Launching Appliances. Inspection of Lifeboat and Launching Appliances is a service offered for all kinds of lifeboats (conventional lifeboat, freefall lifeboat, rescue boat) and davits (freefall davits, conventional davits, rescue and life raft davits and winches) that targets their safe operation for escape in the unlikely event of abandoning ship.
We offer a full range of services for Lifeboats, Davits, Winches and Lifeboat Accessories such as:

Annual and 5-yearly services of Lifeboats and Launching Appliances.
Maintenance and repair.
Information and training of customers and service partners.
Sales Agents of Lifeboats & Launching Appliances.
Spare Parts.
Certification

Experience

Navaltech’s team members have all the necessary experience, knowledge and qualifications in order to carry out lifeboat and launching appliances inspections. All our service engineers have numerous years of experience in the field of lifeboat and launching appliances inspections and they regularly participate in trainings by manufacturers specialized in safety. Moreover, our company has developed a training system that complies with MSC 402 (96) and ISO 23678, in order to ensure our engineers are excellently trained, using the latest technology and equipment which is necessary to satisfy our clients and Classification Societies. Our training system requires that all our service engineers attend at least twice a year our internal training courses, that are both practical (on-board vessels) and theoretical (in the office).

Immediate availability

Our team of highly trained and experienced service engineers is available 24/7 worldwide to efficiently deliver the required services and ensure full satisfaction of our clients and Classification Societies. Reliability is a key goal and value for our company, thus, we always make sure that there is constant availability of service engineers so as to undertake urgent requests at any time.

Certification

Navaltech is certified by all IACS Classification Societies for performing annual or 5-yearly Lifeboat and Launching Appliances Inspection on vessels. Our class certificates include the following:

Lloyds Register of Shipping (LRS)
Det Norse Veritas (DNV)
Nippon Kaiji Kyokai (NKK)
American Bureau of Shipping (ABS)
Bureau Veritas (BV)
Registro Italiano Navale (RINA)
Chinese Classification Society (CCS)
Russian Maritime Register of Shipping (RMRS)
Korean Register of Shipping (KRS)
Indian Register of Shipping (IRS)
International Naval Surveys Bureau (INSB)

In addition, our service engineers have been certified by numerous manufacturers for inspection of Lifeboat and Launching Appliances, as listed below:

Fassmer – Marland Ltd. / Hai Hong Boat Making Co Ltd.
Qingdao Beihai HeavyShipbuilding Industry Co Ltd.
Jiangsu Jiaoyan Marine Equipment Co. Ltd / Jiangyin Xinjiang F.R.P.Co.,Ltd.
Jiangyinshi Beihai LSA Co.,Ltd.
Sangsangin Industry Co. Ltd./ ex-Dongnam Marine Crane Co. Ltd.
Oriental Precision & Engineering Co., Ltd.
Wuxi Hai Hong Boat Making Co. Ltd.
HXN (ZhejiangHengxin Ship Equipment Co., Ltd).
DSB Engineering Co., Ltd.
Wuxi Huahai Marine Equipment Factory.
Wuxi Wenjiao G.F.R.P. Factory.
Wuxi Dongwu.
Wuxi Mingzi Machinery Manufacturing Co. Ltd. (Release gears –Hooks).
Zhenjiang Marine Auxiliary,
GEPA-Fiberglass Industry & Trade Co.Inc.
Stoczna USTKA – Lifeboats & Launching Appliances,
NOR-MAR FAR EAST Services,
Jiangyin Neptune MarineAppliances Co. Ltd.
Sezamor
Jiangyin Wolong FRP Boat Co. Ltd.
Gurdesan Lifesaving systems.
Jiangsu Huaiyin Marine Machinery (Lifeboats, Release Gear & Launching Appliances)
Wuxi XingSheng (Release Mechanisms)
Shin Myung Tech
Lalizas (Release Mechanisms)
Narwhal (Rescue Boats)

Inspections and Repairs

Lifeboat and Launching Appliances

Annual, 5' yearly Inspections and Repairs of Lifeboats and Launching Appliances.

Ultrasonic Thickness Measurements (U.T.M.)

Ultrasonic Thickness Measurement (U.T.M.) is a Non-Destructive Testing method through which we determine, using the appropriate equipment, the corrosion wastage in solid materials.

Cargo Gear Load Testing

Cargo Gear include all lifting appliances (cranes) used for cargo operations. Cargo Gear Inspection involves the visual inspection of all parts that compose a crane, as well as dynamic load tests, replacement of wires (if required) and Magnetic particle Inspection (M.P.I.) of main support bolts.

FFE/ LSA

Inspection of fire fighting equipment is a very significant project that needs to be undertaken only by the most experienced and qualified engineers. Flawless operation of the fire fighting equipment, that is inspected during said surveys, is very crucial for the maintenance of safety on vessels.

Accommodation / Pilot Ladders & Gangways

Ship ladders (pilot, accommodation, wharf) are required to be inspected (annually or 5-yearly load test) by an experienced and competent service engineer as per SOLAS & Flag Rules and Regulations.

Non-Destructive Testing (N.D.T.)

NDT (Non-Destructive Testing) is required by the owner or the Classification Society representative for particular structure items (welding seams, plates, propellers) to inspect the possibility for any structure failure (cracks, blow holes, cavitation, etc.).

Loose Gear Testing

Loose gear (i.e. grabs, shackles, chain blocks, pad eyes) are the equipment used on vessels for the necessary lifting operations. The inspection of loose gear is required in order to ensure the safe operation of lifting weights and also upon charterers’ request.

Ultrasonic Hatch Leak Inspection

Ultrasonic Hatch Leak Inspection is a Non-Destructive Testing (N.D.T.) whereby, with the use of the appropriate equipment, tightness of Hatch Covers can be tested against leakages which can cause charterers claims and affect seaworthiness of vessels.

Brake Hold Capacity Test of Mooring Winches

One of the most crucial inspections carried out onboard ships is the mooring winch brake test. Winches are critical equipment onboard ships and it is essential to monitor their performance.

Bollard Pull Test

Bollard pull tests are carried out in order to certify a tug boat as fit for service, by measuring its power output. The power output of a tug boat determines the pull or towing force it is capable of applying.

Repairs of Lifeboats (FRP & Inflatable)

A vessel’s lifeboats hull, whether made of Fiberglass Reinforced Plastic (FRP) or PVC or hypalon, occasionally can incur damages. In the event of damage, repairs must take place by a very experienced and well-trained service engineer who will ensure the best outcome of the repair.

Replacement of Wires & Socketing

Lifting appliances (cranes, ladders, etc.) may require steel wire replacement in the event of damage; in addition, lifeboat davits must renew their steel wire every 5 years, as required by Flag Authorisation and SOLAS Rules & Regulations

Lashing chains & Pots of Ro-Ro vessels / Pad eyes testing

Lashing chains and pots can be damaged by wrong use or as a result of the load moving in transit, hence the need to inspect them is very crucial.

Anchor Chain Measurements

Anchor Chain Measurements are required by Classification Societies or by the owner at every dry-docking. The purpose of these measurements is to monitor the corrosion wastage of the chain.

Steel Weight Estimation

Vessels and ships are exposed to harsh marine environments and over time are affected by the corrosion on their hull structure. This corrosion, if extensive, can cause serious damages to the endurance of the hull structure.

Yachting

The experienced staff of Navaltech recognises the significance of the special treatment and care that needs to be provided to yachts.

View our Certifications

CLASS APPROVED

Lloyd’s Register (LIFEBOATS / UTM / FFE / LSA)
DNV (LIFEBOATS / UTM / FFE / LSA)
NKK (LIFEBOATS / UTM / FFE / LSA)
ABS (LIFEBOATS / UTM / FFE / LSA)
BV (LIFEBOATS / UTM / FFE / LSA)
RINA (LIFEBOATS / UTM / FFE / LSA)
CCS (LIFEBOATS / UTM / FFE / LSA)
RMRS (LIFEBOATS / UTM / FFE / LSA)
INSB (LIFEBOATS / UTM / FFE / LSA)
KRS (LIFEBOATS / UTM)
IRS (LIFEBOATS / UTM)

MAKER APPROVED FOR LIFEBOATS , LAUNCHING APPLIANCES AND RELEASE GEARS

Fassmer - Marland Ltd. / Hai Hong Boat Making Co Ltd.
Qingdao Beihai HeavyShipbuilding Industry Co Ltd.
Jiangsu Jiaoyan Marine Equipment Co. Ltd / Jiangyin Xinjiang F.R.P.Co.,Ltd.
Jiangyinshi Beihai LSA Co.,Ltd.
Sangsangin Industry Co. Ltd./ ex-Dongnam Marine Crane Co. Ltd.
Oriental Precision & Engineering Co., Ltd.
Wuxi Hai Hong Boat Making Co. Ltd.
HXN (ZhejiangHengxin Ship Equipment Co., Ltd).
DSB Engineering Co., Ltd.
Wuxi Huahai Marine Equipment Factory.
Wuxi Wenjiao G.F.R.P. Factory.
Wuxi Dongwu.
Wuxi Mingzi Machinery Manufacturing Co. Ltd. (Release gears –Hooks).
Zhenjiang Marine Auxiliary,
GEPA-Fiberglass Industry & Trade Co.Inc.
Stoczna USTKA - Lifeboats & Launching Appliances,
NOR-MAR FAR EAST Services,
Jiangyin Neptune MarineAppliances Co. Ltd.
Sezamor
Jiangyin Wolong FRP Boat Co. Ltd.
Gurdesan Lifesaving systems.
Jiangsu Huaiyin Marine Machinery (Lifeboats, Release Gear & Launching Appliances)
Wuxi XingSheng (Release Mechanisms)
Shin Myung Tech
Lalizas (Release Mechanisms)
Narwhal (Rescue Boats)

FLAG APPROVED FOR LIFEBOATS , LAUNCHING APPLIANCES AND RELEASE GEARS

Hellenic
Bahamas
Panamanian
Liberian
Palau