Inflatable Life Raft (SOLAS-A) · Life Rafts
Designed to provide reliable and swift crew evacuation in emergency situations, the Inflatable Liferafts - 158 Person Canopied reversible inflatable liferaft packaged for extended Service intervals. (MARIN-ARK MK II Liferaft) is a critical safety component for vessels navigating under SOLAS certification. This liferaft ensures that up to 158 persons can be safely accommodated in the event of an evacuation, thanks to its robust design and comprehensive survival equipment. However, common failures such as the expiration of the hydrostatic release unit (HRU), pressure loss in CO2 bottles due to corrosion or aging, fabric degradation from UV exposure, and corrosion or blockage of painter lines can critically impact safety. Additionally, the expiration of essential survival gear like flares, water, and rations must be monitored closely. Survitec Group Ltd emphasizes that servicing this liferaft is only to be conducted at an approved service station. Annual maintenance is mandatory, as stipulated by SOLAS/MSC.1/Circ.1328, which includes the replacement of the HRU every two years and a full recertification or replacement of the Inflatable Liferafts - 158 Person Canopied reversible inflatable liferaft packaged for extended Service intervals. (MARIN-ARK MK II Liferaft) every five years. Keeping an additional HRU on board is also recommended to ensure readiness in any emergency scenario.
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Annual servicing at an approved service station is MANDATORY (SOLAS/MSC.1/Circ.1328). HRU replacement at the manufacturer's interval (typically 2 years). Liferaft replacement/recertification every 5 years.
Survitec Group Ltd: Servicing ONLY at an approved service station. Keep an HRU on board. Annual service mandatory.
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