Maritime industry sectors require sensor technologies that withstand the adverse requirements of the exposure to sea and subsea elements. In the intricate world of shipbuilding, where precision and safety reign supreme, load cells, torque transducers, and ATEX certified solutions have become indispensable tools.
These technologies empower shipbuilders to monitor and control critical forces, ensuring structural integrity, optimizing performance, and safeguarding both personnel and the environment. Interface, a global leader in force measurement solutions, has been at the forefront of providing shipbuilders with innovative technologies that meet the unique challenges of this demanding industry.
The global shipbuilding industry is a multi-billion-dollar market. The sector is driven by the increasing demand for maritime trade and the need to replace aging fleets. As vessels become larger and more complex, the need for accurate and reliable force measurement solutions becomes even more critical.
Load cells and torque transducers play a crucial role in ensuring the safe and efficient construction and operation of ships, contributing to the overall success of the industry. Interface’s commitment to providing high-quality, ATEX certified solutions further reinforces its position as a trusted partner for shipbuilders worldwide.
Shipbuilding Applications Using Interface Solutions
Hull Strength Testing: The hull of a ship must withstand various forces, including those from waves, cargo, and other environmental factors. Force sensors and strain gauges are used to measure the stresses and strains on the hull materials during testing.
Model Testing in Towing Tanks: Scale models of ships are tested in towing tanks to measure hydrodynamic forces, such as drag, lift, and wave resistance. Force measurement devices help optimize the ship’s design for better performance.
Full Scale Sea Trials: Monitoring forces during operation helps detect anomalies that could lead to structural failures or other accidents, enabling preventive measures.
Accident Prevention: During sea trials, forces acting on the ship are measured to verify that the actual performance matches the predicted performance from the models.
Interface Products Used by Shipbuilders
- Load Cells
- Mini Load Cells
- Load Shackles
- Load Pin Load Cells
- Tension Load Links
- Hazardous Environment Sensor Solutions
- Torque Transducers
- Wireless and Bluetooth Telemetry Systems
- Multi-Axis Sensors
- Instrumentation and Digital Instruments
The shipbuilding industry requires certain certificates and approvals such as the ATEX certification. Our hazardous environment products such as the ITCA tension and Compression Load Cell, ICPA Stainless Steel Compression Only Load Cell, and LP Custom Stainless Steel Load Pins all meet ATEX requirements. These products are also backed by IECEx and North American certifications, further validating their safety standards.
Our ATEX-certified sensors are made from high-quality materials and have special seals to prevent dust and moisture ingress, making them suitable for harsh maritime environments. They are designed to function properly even in demanding conditions such as shipbuilding.
There are high demands measurement solutions that reliability function with accuracy and that withstand extreme environments and harsh waters. Interface has a variety of measurement products that are designed or customized for submersible and harsh environments for use in lifting, weighing, force, and torque applications.
Interface’s force measurement products are integral for every stage of shipbuilding, from design and testing to construction and operation. We want to ensure ships are safe and reliable before launching. Interface understands all areas of a ships performance and supports the production of ocean vessels for merchants or military purposes.
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