Fastening of LNG Tanker Engine
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Published on
October 1, 2024
Industry
Transport Equipment
Product
HARDLOCK NUT
Overview
The engine installed in the LNG tanker is a place where vibration and thermal expansion occur, and it is used to fasten the engine part.
Implementation
- The most important part that must not be loosened.
- Places where double nuts were loosened due to engine vibration and thermal expansion.
- Places where retightening was required in a complicated manner with a double nut.
- Places that require special coating as heat countermeasures.
Improvement
- Looseness has been eliminated, eliminating the need for retightening.
- Maintenance costs have been greatly reduced along with the reduction of work.
- The maintenance time can be reduced, and the operating rate of the vessel has improved.
- Safe navigation of the ship has been realized.
