Services

We provide a range of services relating to the dry docking of vessels from dock design to expert testimony.

Design

Complete design drawings and specifications for floating docks, basin dock gates, launchways and transfer systems. All drawings are produced in AutoCAD 2010 format.

Dock Selection

Assistance with selecting the best type and size of dock to fit a particular site and vessel class.

Floating Dock Mooring Design

Design of mooring grippers and slides to hold the dock in any weather condition. A quick release type mooring is available for instances where the dock must be moved in and out of the mooring grippers on a regular basis.

Inspection

Inspections can be conducted according to the U.S. Navy MIL-STD-1625(D)SH for inclusion in the U.S. Navy Facility Certification Report or according to the US Coast Guard MLCA STD SPEC 9971_STD (Atlantic Coast); MLCPAC STANDARD SPEC 997(Pacific Coast). Mr. Heger and Mr. Procter have conducted over 300 inspections of marine railways, floating docks, basin docks and launchways. This experience provides a tremendous advantage when assessing the condition of existing structures.

Certification

We provide certification of the safe lift capacity for any floating or basin drydock facility.

Docking Calculations

Vessel stability calculations, block loading calculations, hurricane & earthquake overturning calculations, pumping plans, etc. can be prepared. All calculations are in suitable form for submission to the U.S. Navy or other certifying agencies.

Launching Calculations

Vessel drafts, launchway loadings, poppet loads, etc. can be prepared for vessel launch situations.

US Navy MIL-STD 1625D Facility Certification Report

Assistance with the preparation of the Facility Certification Report required by the U.S. Navy under MIL-STD 1625(D)SH.

Expert Testimony

Provide expert testimony in cases involving dry docks.

Floating Dry Dock Appraisals

Provide expert opinion on the market value of floating docks.