Inspection Systems
Anchor Bolster Inspection System
Deployable video inspection system for anchor retrieval, mooring chains and anchor stowage at the bolster.
Inspection system integration · Reference SYS-SI-ANCHOR
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System overview
The Anchor Bolster system combines a winch, deployable frame, video equipment and a monitor/control station to inspect mooring hardware during retrieval. The installation is configured around the vessel and required operating depth. SIDUS supplies the inspection package and integrates it with the vessel’s existing control and monitoring equipment.
System components
Winch and umbilical
Deployment package sized for the installation.
Inspection frame
Deployable frame with SIDUS video equipment.
Monitor/control station
SIDUS integration with specified vessel equipment; the archived drawing includes existing HERNIS hardware.
Applications
- Anchor retrieval and stowage
- Mooring-chain inspection
- Anchored mobile platforms
Key features
- Winch-deployed inspection frame for anchor and mooring operations.
- Video observation of subsea terminal tackle and anchor placement.
- Configured to reduce the need for repeated ballasting when repositioning mobile platforms.
Technical details
System architecture
- Deployment
- Electromechanical winch and deployable inspection frame.
- Operator station
- Monitor/control station with vessel-system integration.
- Depth and configuration
- Specified for the project; no universal depth, dimensions or power rating is published.
Archived installation example – drawing 327091-00 rev A
- Drawing scope
- The current download is a project installation drawing with approvals from 2006. Its values describe that installation, not a universal current package.
- Winch supply in drawing
- 480 VAC, three-phase, 60 Hz.
- Control supply in drawing
- 230 VAC local supplies.
- Umbilical example
- 250 ft cable, reference drawing 327091-20.
- Existing third-party equipment
- HERNIS monitor, keyboard, multicable and HE400 matrix are marked as existing equipment (J2), separate from SIDUS delivery (J1).
- Parts-list reference
- PL-327091-00; not included in the public download.
Configuration options
Vessel installationProject configuration
Agree operating depth, winch and umbilical requirements, mounting, video/control interfaces and existing vessel equipment.
Compatibility and naming
Public download is a 2006 project schematic, not a current general specification/manual. Current equipment schedule, depth and interface drawing require project confirmation.
Datasheets & documentation
Anchor Bolster Inspection System — assembly reference
Historical project or assembly example. Equipment, wiring, dimensions and supply are configuration-specific. Request the current delivered-system drawing and operating instructions.
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