Controllable-Pitch Propeller (CPP) · Shaft Line & Propulsion
Feathering capability enhances both efficiency and reliability in maritime operations, a feature prominently showcased by Berg Propulsion’s newly launched BCP950 controllable pitch propeller. This innovative design allows for the propeller blades to be rotated 90 degrees, minimizing drag during low-speed operation or emergencies, which translates into significant fuel savings and improved performance. The BCP950 is part of a series being installed on two chemical tankers under construction at Dingheng (Jiangsu) Shipbuilding Co., in China, and an 85.5m ferry being built by Eastern Shipbuilding Group in Florida. Each tanker will be equipped with two 3600mm diameter BCP950 propellers driven by 1600kW engines at 136.1rpm, while the ferry will feature larger 2600mm BCP760 propellers powered by 2240kW engines operating at 277.7rpm. The flexibility and redundancy of twin screw operations, as opposed to single screw solutions, offer better maneuverability and efficiency across a range of operating conditions. Berg Propulsion’s design also addresses the limitations of previous feathering techniques, such as complex mechanical solutions or hubs that cannot provide astern pitch. With the BCP950, the propeller’s operating pitch range is expanded, making it suitable for vessels with varied mission profiles.
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