Dredging services: Piper
Introduction
Classification: Class LLOYDS REGISTER 100 A1 "Hopper Dredger" with the descriptive notation "Trailing Suction Dredger". (Twin-Screw, bow-well suction and single side pipe trailing suction hopper dredger with bowthruster).
REGISTERED IN SOUTH AFRICA UNDER THE NAME OF: PIPER |
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| Principle dimensions |
| Length overall |
111.6m |
| Length between perpendiculars |
107.5m |
| Breath moulded |
18m |
| Maximum draught |
6m |
| Maximum draught light |
3.25m |
| Hopper nominal capacity |
2830m³ |
| Hopper nominal load |
4000ton |
| Loaded displacement |
3648ton |
| Speed loaded |
8.5 knots |
| Dredging depths with light draught |
| Width side Trail |
30m |
| With bow pipe |
26m |
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The dredger is powered by four Siemens generators with a nominal power of 1120kW each, that provide propulsion and power pumps. The drive for the main generators is provided by for MAK diesel engines with nominal power of 1435KW each. The PIPER is equipped with PDS1000 dredging package, integrated with DGPS and depth indicator equipment.
Capabilities
Bowpipe dredging and side trail dredging.
Discharge methods
Pumps ashore installation via side connection or via bottom doors.