FLEXIBLE ENGINEERED SOLUTIONS - Bend Stiffener Latching Mechanism / Connector

Bend Stiffener Latching Mechanism / Bend Stiffener Connector

Flexible Engineered Solutions have built up a reputation for satisfying client’s needs with a range of Bend Stiffener Latching Mechanisms/Connector by means of high quality and short lead-time. The range is enhanced by the design capability to engineer solutions that meet the client requirements.
The Bend Stiffener Latching Mechanisms / Connector has been developed over a number of projects and is used to enable a diver-less installation of the Bend Stiffeners, therefore increasing safety during these operations.

Design
FES utilise highly qualified technical personnel for all design phases associated with Bend Stiffener Latching Mechanism and all ancillary equipment.
Sophisticated computer software and the latest FEA programmes are utilised to achieve and satisfy the necessary design parameters
Substantial engineering experience and vast industrial knowledge enable FES to provide a first class engineering solution.

Manufacture & Testing
All components designed by FES are manufactured on in-house CNC machining centres, therefore maintaining client confidentiality and quality.
In-house assembly and testing facilities ensure all test procedures and inspection & testing plans are strictly adhered to.

Quality
Working in accordance with the requirements of ISO 9001:2000 quality standard FES can ensure that all Bend Stiffener Latching Mechanism assemblies are supplied with the highest level of quality, service and after sales support providing total customer satisfaction.

Component Characteristics

Automatic to connect during installation
Hydraulic intervention to disconnect
Hydraulic disconnect can be via sub sea ROV intervention or topside piping to suit the project requirements.
Third party approved for systems
Full material traceability available in accordance with EN 10204 3.1
BSLM / BSC have been manufactured for use in West Africa, Australia, North Sea, Gulf of Mexico, Mediterranean, Brazil & New Zealand
BSLM / BSC have been supplied for use on Internal FPSO turrets, external FPSO turrets, tri-pod catenary mooring systems, floating production units and rig to FPSO fluid transfers.

Product Range
3” to 15” Riser diameters supplied
16” to 1m ‘I’ / ‘J’ Tube diameters supplied
Extreme design loadings of 1616kN shear force, 4732kNm bending moment and a water depth of 820m

Bend Stiffener Latching Mechanism / Bend Stiffener Connector

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