Active Heave Compensation (AHC)
Vestdavit Active Heave Compensation (AHC) — Technology integration for motion-compensated davit operations.
Components & Design
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Technical Data
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Common failures & inspection points
Annual inspection of davit structure for corrosion, misalignments, deformations, and excessive free play in all connection points
Annual examination of wires and sheaves for kinks, corrosion, fraying, and load capacity verification; five-yearly comprehensive assessment per SOLAS
Annual testing of hydraulic systems, pressure levels, fluid condition, leak detection, and pump/motor operation; five-yearly overhaul of critical components
Annual lubrication verification of wires, sheaves, pins, and moving parts; inspection for wear exceeding acceptable limits
Annual certification testing of limit switches, stored power systems, PLC programming, release mechanisms, and computer control systems by OEM-certified technicians
Type-general inspection and maintenance points for this equipment category — not model-specific.
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