Working of Hygrometer & Stevenson’s Screen
8 mins
Description: A hygrometer is a an easy to use tool for measuring the amount of humidity in…
8 mins
PRESSURE VACUUM (PV) VALVES
5 mins
Combined pressure/vacuum valves are fitted to each cargo tank. These valves are designed to relieve positive or…
EXHAUST GAS ECONOMISER
8 mins
Description The exhaust gas boiler, which is located in the engine room at the upper deck level,…
Cargo Pump Procedures (Centrifugal)
8 mins
The main cargo pump system consists of three vertical centrifugal single stage double suction type cargo pumps.…
Vessel Boiler and Steam System
19 mins
The steam generating plant consists of two oil fired auxiliary boilers and one exhaust gas economizer. In…
Preparations for Starting Main Engine
7 mins
Before starting the engine, the following checks and procedures are to be undertaken. All components that have…
CARGO MEASURING EQUIPMENT
27 mins
The Gauging system Most of the terminals these days demand that a closed gauging / sampling system…
Lifting Machinery and Cargo Gear
20 mins
Construction and Maintenance In any dock, all parts, whether fixed or moveable or every lifting machinery and…