Hatch Covers - Deck Machinery and Hull Equipment
Marine hatch covers close cargo-hold and deck openings, providing weathertight or watertight protection and carrying specified deck loads. Common arrangements include folding, side-rolling, lift-away and pontoon-type covers operated hydraulically, mechanically or by crane.
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Product Information
| Product Name | Hatch Covers |
|---|---|
| Product Category | Deck Machinery and Hull Equipment |
| Product Reference | 74 |
| Brands / Manufacturers | MacGregor, TTS, Coops & Nieborg |
| Unit of Measure | Set |
Key Features
| Key Feature |
|---|
| 1. Steel load-bearing panel construction |
| 2. Compression seals for weathertight integrity |
| 3. Cleats, wedges and securing devices |
| 4. Hydraulic, mechanical or crane-assisted operation |
| 5. Drain channels and non-return drainage arrangements |
Applications of Hatch Covers
| Application |
|---|
| 1. Cargo-hold closure on bulk carriers and general cargo ships |
| 2. Weather-deck closure on container and multipurpose vessels |
| 3. Access closure for deck openings, barges and work vessels |
Models & Manufacturers
| Model | Manufacturer |
|---|---|
| Folding hatch cover system | MacGregor |
| Side-rolling hatch cover system | MacGregor |
| Lift-away hatch cover system | MacGregor |
| Piggy-back hatch cover system | TTS |
Technical Specifications
| Model | Specification | Value | Unit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Folding hatch cover system | Typical operation | Hydraulic cylinder or chain-driven folding | — |
| Side-rolling hatch cover system | Typical operation | Hydraulic or electro-mechanical wheel drive | — |
| Lift-away hatch cover system | Typical operation | Ship or shore crane lifting | — |
| Piggy-back hatch cover system | Panel movement | One panel lifts while another rolls beneath it | — |
Standards, Certifications & Class Approval
Review the available standards and approval information relevant to the product. Actual certification, material traceability, inspection and classification requirements depend on the product type, intended application and purchasing specification.
| Applicable Standards & Certification | Designed and surveyed as applicable to the International Load Line Convention, SOLAS, IACS UR S21/S21A and the vessel classification society's rules. ISO 5778 applies to certain small weathertight steel hatches. Exact requirements depend on hatch location, vessel type and contract specification. |
|---|---|
| Class Approval | Design approval and survey may be provided by DNV, ABS, Lloyd's Register, Bureau Veritas, ClassNK, RINA or another vessel class society. Approval is vessel- and design-specific and normally covers structural strength, securing, sealing and operating arrangements. |
Installation, Maintenance & Safety Information
| Installation Notes | Install to approved drawings with correct coaming alignment, panel clearances, wheel tracks, hinges, hydraulic connections, seals and cleats. Verify drainage and perform hose, chalk or ultrasonic weathertightness testing as required by class. |
|---|---|
| Maintenance Tips | Clean drain channels; inspect seals, compression bars, cleats, hinges, wheels, tracks and welds. Lubricate specified points, repair coating damage, check hydraulic leaks and pressures, and periodically test weathertightness. |
| Safety Notes | Isolate and depressurize hydraulic and electrical systems before work. Secure raised or moving panels mechanically, keep personnel clear of pinch and travel zones, observe load limits, and never enter beneath suspended covers. |
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