Crane test water bags for proof load testing is one simple, safety, and the cost-effective load test solution. The test weights can be slowly applied when filling water bags. So, the engineers can identify the structural issues. Then, correct these issues before the full test weight is reached.
1. Crane test water bags load testing
The use of crane test water bags for crane and hoist load testing is one simple, safe and cost-effective load testing solution. All type cranes can be load tested using water weight bags. Meanwhile, the water weights bags are very suitable for the low headroom cranes, in which solid weights cannot be positioned.
According to the requirements of API, OSHA, ASME, NSTE standard, the proof load testing should be applied for the initial commissioning crane, after repairs, or periodic inspections.
2. Offshore crane load testing
All types of offshore cranes can be load tested using crane water bags. The following types of offshore cranes typically used in the oil and gas industry.
- Knuckle Boom Cranes
- General Use Deck Cranes
- Engine Room and Workshop Cranes
- Lattice Boom Cargo Cranes
- Provision Cranes
- Deepwater Service Vessel Cranes
- Derrick Barge Cranes
3. Vessel Crane load testing
All types of vessel cranes can be load tested using crane test water bags. The following types of vessel cranes typically used in the oil and gas industry.
- Knuckle Boom Cranes
- Hose Handling Cranes on Oil Tankers
- Derrick Barge Cranes
- Cargo Cranes on Bulk Carriers
- Provision Cranes
- General Use Deck Cranes
- Cargo Cranes on Container Ships
- Engine Room and Workshop Cranes
- Deepwater Service Vessel Cranes
4. Overhead crane load testing
There are various overhead, jib and gantry cranes in production facilities, mills or port facilities. Overhead cranes can be load tested safety using water weight bags. The load testing includes initial commissioning of the crane and overhead bridge, after repairs, or periodic inspections.
The crane test water bags are very suitable for the low headroom or tight spacing overhead crane.
5. Boat hoist load testing
Boat hoisting cranes, known as boat lift, are typically used on all docks for every launching and hauling operation. The boat hoist should be tested for the initial and periodic inspection.
The boat lift can be proof load tested using crane test water bags. It is one safe and simple load testing method. This allows technical problems with the boat hoist to be recognized and corrected prior to reaching the full test load.
6. Lifeboat load testing
Lifeboat load test water bags system is widely used for the distributed proof load testing for the lifeboat, gangway and other equipment that need distributed load testing. Small capacity water bags can be arranged inside the lifeboat to simulate passenger loading. Load water can then be accurately metered into the water bags using volumetrically calibrated and certified water meters.
Lifeboat load test water bags are sausage cylindrical shape. It is made of heavy-duty PVC coating fabric. Each lifeboat testing bags equip fill valves, handles, and automatic relief valves. The relief valves can open once the water bags achieve the designed weight.
7. Lifeboat davit load testing
SOLAS regulations (Ref. SOLAS Part 1, Chapter III, Regulation 20) and lifting equipment regulations (LOLAS) request all vessels are required to perform proof load testing of their lifeboat’s launching appliances and on-load release gear to 110% of its rated capacity at intervals not exceeding 5 years.
For static and dynamic lifeboat davit load test, DOOWIN offers lifeboat davit load test water-filled weight bags specifically designed for this purpose. Lifeboat davit load testing is safely and efficiently achieved using water-filled weight water bags.
Water filled weight bags are an extremely safe and simple method of load davit load test. It allows gradual filling. So the inspector can spot the potential problems before it gets into big trouble.
For proof load testing lifeboat davit systems independent of the lifeboat, DOOWIN has a range of water bags from 1 – 25 metric tons used for this purpose. The water bags weight less than 1.2% of the rated load capacity. So it is light and easy to handle making them the ideal test load and method for davit testing. Water weight bags are type tested and certified with a physically proven factor of safety in excess of 6:1. The certificated load cell can measure the load weight exactly. It can ensure compliance with applicable regulations and proper lifeboat davit testing. It is your first choice.
8. Vessel gangway load testing
According to IMO Regulation II-1/3-9 SOLAS Convention, and the Guidelines for Construction, Installation, Maintenance and Inspection/Survey of Means of Embarkation and Disembarkation, the ladders and gangways should be periodic static proof load tested at 5-year intervals.
We offer two kinds of water weight bags used for this proof load test. One is the cylinder-shaped water bags, nominally rated from 100kg to 600kg each. It is the same with the water bags used for the lifeboat load test. Another is the specially designed gangway water weight bags.
Gangway water bag test weights can be used for the load testing of gangway, accommodation ladder, small bridge, platform, floor and other long structures.
Our standard gangway test water bags are 650L and 1300L capacity. For the larger gangways and small bridges can be tested with our 1-tonne Mattress Bags (MB1000). We also can make other size and shape load test bags upon the clients’ special request.
Each gangway load testing bags equip with one filling valve, one discharge valve, and one air-relief valve. The discharge valve can be controlled by one rope. There are some handles at both sides. The worker can fix the water bag test weights by these handles.
9. ROV lunch frame load testing
There is one kind special launch frame on offshore diving support vessels (DSV), drilling rigs, and pipelay vessels. These launch frames are typically used for the launch and recover subsea Remotely Operated Vehicle (ROV).
It is one safety load test method using water test weight bags for ROV launch frame. The technical problems can be recognized and corrected timely
10. Platform and bridge load testing
The contractors should do the proof load test for the platforms and bridges after building. The load testing can ensure whether the bridge can structurally withstand the expected vehicular or equipment loads.
Crane test water bags are safe and cost-effective load testing solution, especially for the cross-sea bridges. The test weights can be slowly applied when filling water bags. So, the engineers can identify the structural issues. Then, correct these issues before the full test weight is reached. In addition, the water bags can be positioned in tight spaces, allowing for load tests for the full structure.
