CutterSuction Dredger Product Description
1. Specifications Introduction and Product Parameters
The CutterSuction Dredger is a state-of-the-art hydraulic dredging vessel engineered for efficient sediment removal and waterway maintenance. Below are its primary specifications and parameters:
- Hull Dimensions: Overall length 65 meters, beam 12 meters, draft 3.5 meters (laden).
- Dredging Capacity: Maximum dredging depth of 25 meters, with a cutter head diameter of 2.5 meters and production rate up to 4,000 cubic meters per hour.
- Power System: Equipped with two main diesel engines totaling 6,000 kW, supplemented by auxiliary generators for hydraulic and electrical systems.
- Pumping System: Features a high-capacity centrifugal pump with a discharge diameter of 600 mm, capable of pipeline discharge up to 5 kilometers.
2. Product Advantages Introduction
The CutterSuction Dredger 5000 excels through its innovative features, superior performance, and durable materials, setting a benchmark in the dredging industry for reliability and cost-effectiveness.
- Features: Modular design allows for easy assembly and disassembly on-site; equipped with a rotating cutter head for effective soil loosening in various sediment types; includes real-time monitoring systems for dredge position, production rate, and environmental impact.
- Performance: High-efficiency hydraulic systems deliver precise control over dredging operations, minimizing downtime and maximizing output; advanced automation reduces operator fatigue and enhances accuracy, achieving up to 20% higher productivity compared to conventional models; low-emission engines comply with Tier IV environmental standards, reducing fuel consumption by 15%.
- Materials: Constructed from high-strength marine-grade steel for the hull and superstructure, with corrosion-resistant coatings; cutter head and pipelines utilize abrasion-resistant alloys (e.g., Hardox or equivalent) to withstand harsh abrasive conditions; internal components feature durable polymers and composites for longevity, ensuring a service life exceeding 25 years with proper maintenance.
These advantages not only optimize operational costs but also promote sustainable dredging practices, making it a preferred choice for large-scale projects.
3. Product Actual Application Scope and Scenarios
The CutterSuction Dredger 5000 is versatile and applicable across a wide range of dredging scenarios, particularly in marine and inland waterway environments requiring sediment management.
- Port and Harbor Maintenance: Ideal for deepening navigation channels and berths in busy ports, such as expanding container terminals in coastal areas like Rotterdam or Singapore, ensuring safe vessel passage.
- River and Canal Dredging: Used for sediment removal in rivers and canals to prevent flooding and maintain water flow, for example, in major river systems like the Mississippi or Yangtze, supporting irrigation and transportation.
- Land Reclamation and Beach Nourishment: Employed in coastal engineering projects to pump sand for land creation or shoreline restoration, such as in urban expansion initiatives in Dubai or erosion control along Florida beaches.
- Environmental Remediation: Applicable for contaminated sediment removal in polluted waterways, aiding ecological restoration in industrial zones or post-disaster cleanup.
- Infrastructure Development: Supports offshore projects like pipeline trenching or wind farm foundation preparation in moderate sea conditions up to Beaufort scale 4.
Its adaptability to soil types ranging from soft silt to compact clay, combined with mobility via self-propulsion or towing, ensures reliable performance in both short-term contracts and long-duration operations.
