What are Alternator Safeties and Maintenance to be done
Alternator is a very a crucial part on ship providing power on board for machineries and personal use. So its maintenance and electrical safeties are of top priority. Regular checks…
What are the important terms of Engines
IC (Internal Combustion ) Engines are the backbone of shipping industry . Here are listed some important terms , one should know for marine engines . Swept Volume This term…
What is Draeger-Tube System and its use on Ship
The most commonly used multi gas detector on board ship is the Draeger–tube system. Glass vials known as Draeger tubes are filled with chemical reagents. The reagents in the tube…
What is Fixed Foam Fire Fighting System and its advantages
Fixed Foam Fire Fighting System – These systems are widely used in oil tankers . There are basically two types of foam, chemical and mechanical. Chemical Foam Chemical foam is…
What is Merchant Navy , How to join and eligibility Criteria
Everyone is fascinated about the term “MERCHANT NAVY” . It is a sizzling topic in this decade due to the overall growth happening in maritime sector all over the world…
Actions taken in case of ship collision and grounding
Collision – It is a term used when the ship collides with another ship during voyages . Here are some steps mentioned which one should take after collisions – 1.…
What is the meaning of Inert Gas and its composition
INERT GAS SYSTEM INTRODUCTION The purpose of the inert gas system plant is to prevent unforeseen fire and explosion by filling the cargo oil tank with a gas of sufficient…
What are the different types of Breathing Apparatus
Image source – Diamond Protection Fire products of combustion displace the oxygen content, and poisonous or irritant vapours are evolved. Such condition makes the wearing of some form of breathing…
What is Bill Of Lading and its use in shipping industry
The document under which cargo is carried on board vessels is a Bill of Lading (B/L) and may be defined as a receipt for goods signed by the Master or…
Oxygen Analyzer and its working principle
Oxygen Analyzer Various types of meters may be used for measuring the oxygen content. A continuous reading type is one in which platinum wire elements’ are mounted in two chambers,…