COW TECHNOLOGY FOR THE 1990S

Against a background of increasing competition in obtaining charters, this paper evaluates the choices in COW technology available in the 1990s. Existing systems are reviewed, and in particular single nozzle machines are compared with dual nozzle. A practical example of the two systems is explained, together with a definition of the modern terminology of tank cleaning. The scientific research into tank cleaning patterns, coverage, impact and speed are evaluated and the financial implications of each system compared. The paper concludes by examining the effects of increasing safety standards and encouraging the use of automatic tank cleaning in double bottom voids.

• Supplemental Notes:
  • Inst Marine Engrs Trans, v 104, pt 3, 1992, p 67 [11 p, 21 fig]
• Authors:
  • Boughton, R
• Publication Date: 1992

Language

• English

Subject/Index Terms

• TRT Terms: Cleaning; Storage tanks
• Old TRIS Terms: Crude oil washing; Tank cleaning
• Subject Areas: Maintenance and Preservation; Marine Transportation;

Filing Info

• Accession Number: 00703484
• Record Type: Publication
• Source Agency: British Maritime Technology
• Files: TRIS
• Created Date: Aug 14 1995 12:00AM