Offshore Wind and E&P
Vestdavit has solidified its position as the leading supplier of launch and recovery systems for workboats within the offshore wind sector. Our dominance is evident in the adoption of our davits by major Service Operation Vessel (SOV) and Commissioning Service Operation Vessel (CSOV) operators worldwide. The efficiency of deploying workboats for crew transfer to wind turbines, compared to maneuvering the mother vessel, is undeniable. This advantage necessitates reliable and high-frequency launch and recovery capabilities, a critical requirement for CSOVs that perform multiple daily deployments.
Extensive Product Range
H Davit
HN Davit
Painter Booms
Mission Bay Handling System
Slipway System / Stern Ramp LARS
Unmanned Vehicle (UXV) Launch and Recovery
Skid Solution
DNV-0498 Workboat Regulations
NORSOK Davits
H Davit
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This davit is widely used in commercial shipping, naval vessels, and offshore platforms, where lifeboats are essential for emergency evacuation and search-and-rescue operations. Its versatile and customizable design allows it to accommodate lifeboats of various sizes and configurations, while maintaining compliance with strict international safety and class certification standards. This adaptability makes the H davit a reliable and efficient choice for maritime operators seeking a robust, long-term solution for lifeboat handling. The H davit utilizes two lifting points with a balanced weight distribution, as this helps to evenly distribute the boat’s weight, preventing excessive tilting and ensuring a controlled launch which Increases safety, smooth deployment and recovery One of the outstanding features of the H davit is its ability to accommodate a wide range of lifeboat sizes and designs which can be configured to launch both standard lifeboats and fast rescue boats (FRBs). These davits can be manual, hydraulic, or electrically operated.
Features
- SOLAS
- Limit switch
Optional Features
- Stainless steel fittings
- Control stand
- Control station
- Submerged HPU (or top mounted for outdoor placement)
- HPU stainless tank
- Soft starter
- Stainless steel starter for outdoor placement
- Remote Control (wired or wireless)
- Wire puller
- -40 degrees winterisation
H Davit Specifications
| Approvals | DNV. Other class societies on request |
| Capacity | 5000-24000kg |
| Certificate | CE marking according to the Marine Equipment Directive |
| Optional Equipment | Dynamic shock absorber, self-tension winch system |
| Power | Hydraulic with stored power in accordance with SOLAS |
| Typical Users | Merchant Vessels, Passenger Ferries/Cruise Ships |
Product Models
| Model | H-5000 | H-9001 | H-13000 | H-20000 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Med Cert. | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| MWL | 5000 | 9000 | 13000 | 20000 |
| Total travel (outreach) | 3135 | 4205 | 4340 | 4406 |
| Inst. Height, Stored Pos (mm) | 3626 | 4806 | 4795 | 5265 |
| Estimated Std Weight (kg) | Issued on request | Issued on request | Issued on request | Issued on request |
| Hoist Speed (m/min) | 0-6/0-18* | 0-6/0-18* | 0-6/0-18* | 0-6/0-18* |
| Estimated Std Power Cons. (kW) | 8/24 | 19/54 | 24/78 | 36/98 |
| SOLAS | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
* Hoist speed 0-6 m/min for lifeboats, 0-18 m/min for rescue boats
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All data presented in this table are indicative and minor deviations may occur.
Data may be subject to change based on final system configuration
