Projects
Below is a selection of the projects that the mechanics and engineers of Hydrocare have carried out successfully.
Below is a selection of the projects that the mechanics and engineers of Hydrocare have carried out successfully.
During a mid-life overhaul of a vessel from one of our trusted clients we have replaced the hydraulic pipework of the hatch covers.
In less then a week we have drained the hydraulic system, removed the old pipes, hoses and supports and placed new supports with brackets and pipework. As the hatches were closed we had the platform for working in the most efficient way to secure a cost effective workaround.
During the first test the hatch covers could be opened without any problem for the shipyard team to work in the cargo holds again.
Great teamwork make great results.
Our hose assembly center in Oisterwijk is bustling with activity as we crimp hoses of all sizes and lengths for clients across various industries. This morning, our team came together to assemble around 500 hoses for one of our esteemed OEM clients.
Proudly serving as the official distributor of Indunorm Hydraulik GmbH in The Netherlands, we offer a competitive range of top-notch products. This particular delivery also includes 32 cylinders and 8 HPU’s, all meticulously crafted by our skilled craftsmen in our workshops.
Our team recently completed the successful replacement of hydraulic pipework on the stern ramp of a RoRo vessel. After a thorough inspection ahead of dry dock maintenance, we efficiently drained the oil, removed the old pipes, and installed the new hydraulic route. Thanks to our precise work, we finished the project ahead of schedule, allowing ample time for the installation of new cables before departure.
We are proud to announce the completion of a challenging project for a dredger operating at a gold mine in the Pacific Ocean. Our expertise in hydraulic systems contributed to the optimal performance of the dredging equipment in this unique maritime environment.
Do you need a hydraulic partner for your dredging equipment? Contact us today to discover how we can support you with our customized hydraulic solutions.
On a Saturday morning in rainy Antwerp we have replaced the pipework of several mooring winches of a RoRo vessel. The client was short in time so preparation was a key factor in this case.
We hoisted our fully packed mobile workshop container on the weather deck at 07.00a.m. to start the job.
After depressurizing the system and draining the pipework we have removed the old pipework.
Our dedicated team has fabricated and welded the new pipework on-site to ensure the quickest possible service.
All new pipes fitted perfect so after installation the testing of the system, a firm “approved” was stamped on our work report.
Last month, our team overhauled the cylinders that adjust the height of the wheelhouse of an inland cruise ship. We were on location in Lyon at the agreed time to remove a total of 5 cylinders. We temporarily fixed the wheelhouse at the ideal height so that the ship could continue its weekly voyage with 150 passengers on board. During this week the cylinders were completely overhauled in our workshop.
When the ship returned to the same location a week later to disembark the excited guests and prepare the ship for the next voyage, we rebuilt the cylinders and carried out major maintenance on the hydraulic unit. The pump, filters and oil were replaced.
After the system was tested and found to be good, our technicians shook hands with a satisfied captain and drove back home.
During a short layover in one our near ports have replaced the ram seals of the steering gear from a large container ship. The rams showed leakages during our initial inspection and we have advised the owner to replace the seals.
As prepared as we can be for these urgent jobs we were able to supply and install the seals within 48 hours after our initial visit. After the installation we have tested the steering performance extensively together with the chief engineer on board.
We advise our clients to let our specialists perform health-checks of their steering gears on a regular basis. A small leak can lead to major problems of the situation is not addressed promptly.
During a planned stop of a container ship of one of our customers, we carried out maintenance work on the rescue boat crane in a very short amount of time. During the initial inspection it turned out that several compontents of the emergancy system, as well as approximately 80 hydraulic hoses, were in urgent need of replacement.
To get to the rescue boat into the water during a power outage if a man is overboard, an accumulator has been installed on the crane. The energy stored in the accumulator can be used in an emergency to turn and lower the rescue boat outside the ship with the crane. After our super-fast intervention, this system is safe and operational again.
We have been asked to carry out maintenance on a hydraulic unit that serves the ballast valves of a large container ship. During the first inspection we found that the pumps were leaking because the oil was coming up through the bellhousing. This explained why the tank lid was wet. During the tests carried out it also turned out that the pumps did not build up enough pressure and that the accumulators from 2007 were defective.
At the customer’s request, we replaced the pumps including the motor couplings and bellhousing, as well as the 2 50 liter accumulators.
Naturally, when replacing the pumps, we completely cleaned the tank and filled it with new oil and replaced the filters.
Finally, the system was fully tested and everything again ran in accordance with the specifications set by the manufacturer. The entire job took just 2 days from the first inspection to the final test.
Our technicians have conducted a thorough inspection of the hose system of a compressor experiencing CO2 and nitrogen leakage over the past week. Following the inspection, we provided service ensuring each component was meticulously assessed, with worn-out hoses replaced and existing ones carefully cleaned.
Additionally, we performed a crucial maintenance task by replacing 700 liters of oil, enhancing the system’s performance and reliability, ensuring it continues to operate optimally.
If you are also facing hydraulic issues, we are here to assist you. Feel free to contact us to discuss your specific needs and explore how we can support you.
Provision cranes on ships are used to lift goods for the ship itself, not for the cargo to be transported. We work on these cranes every week and during this specific project we replaced or overhauled all hydraulic parts.
We have replaced all pipes, hoses, valves, ball valves, the accumulator, the pump and the oil. The lifting cylinder has been overhauled by us and fitted with a new nickel/chrome cylinder rod.
Overhaul and modification of a nitrogen cylinder. All cylinders were tested on the specially made test set-up after repair. DNV has ensured that the tests were carried out as prescribed by the customer
For this customer we have overhauled this 14 Ballast valve actuator / powerpack.
For this customer we measured all hoses and installed the new hoses in a very short period of time.
This cylinder was newly made in the workshop. The rod is turned, the eye is welded to the casing, the casing is welded and the eye is welded to the casing. This has been tested and then provided with paint.
In the port of Antwerp, the lifting cylinder was replaced after the star disaster of a motor boat. The eye of the rod had been torn off the old cylinder. The customer provided a new cylinder himself and Hydro Care ensured that it was carefully replaced. The Sternramp was tested after the cylinder was placed and Hydro Care ensured that it functions properly after the new cylinder was placed. The old cylinder was taken to the workshop to overhaul.
the complaint of an anchor winch of a ship was that this oil was leaking from the gearbox to the outside. First, the cause and where the oil came out was searched for. After this a plan was made and we started removing the parts to eventually be able to get to the oil seal to replace it. The link shaft bearings between the drive and the sprocket were also very bad. These were drawn on a drawing and manufactured within 1 day and reassembled with all other parts so that the ship could quickly resume its journey.
