Electro-Hydraulic Systems Specialists
RIG 56: 15Te Tracked Engine
Our 15Te tracked engine, RIG 56, is designed to be used in the laying and retrieval of subsea cables used within industries such as the power industry and telecommunication industry. It is powered by a hydraulic powerpack and controlled with a remote ergonomically designed control desk. It is of robust design and is suitable to be operated in the most hazardous environments the industry has to offer. To see RIG 56 operational please visit the video section.
Key Features
- Maximum Dynamic Pull tension 15Te*;
- Max speed in excess of 1200m/hr;
- Suitable for cable sizes up to 400mm;
- Self contained control desk;
- Digital readouts for cable tension, speed & distance;
- Powered by HPU (supplied);
- Simple deck installation with removable feet;
- In emergency, or power loss situations, the wheel pairs will automatically close and can hold the product for over 1 hour;
*Please note that the maximum tension available will depend upon the type and size of cable due to friction factor limitations, and the general lay conditions.
Basic Specifications:
| Height: | 3.1m |
| Width: | 2.4m |
| Length: | 4.6m |
| Weight | 8.2Te |
| Control Modes: | Auto, Manual and Render |
| Typical HPU Supplied: | 75kW Closed Loop HPU |
| Power Requirements: | HPU Dependant |
| Length of hoses/data cable between LCE and HPU: | 10m (if required this can be lengthened) |
| Length of data cable between LCE and control desk: | 15m (if required this can be lengthened) |
| Tension Readout Accuracy: | Usually within 5% (on site calibration required) |
| Bridge Readout Capacity: | On request |
ISO 14001:2004
(Environmental Management Systems)
ISO 9001:2008
(Quality Management Systems)
OHSAS 18001:1999
(Occupational Health & Safety Assessment Series)
