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Barge Azimuth Thruster

360° azimuth thruster for barges and inland work vessels, with compact pod, drive motor and sealed housing; for cargo, oil, crane, dredging and pile-driving barges.

Description

The Barge Azimuth Thruster from Misea Marine is a 360° rotatable propulsion and steering unit designed for barges and inland marine work vessels. It combines propeller thrust and full-circle direction control in one compact unit, replacing separate propulsion and rudder arrangements.

Design

  • Streamlined pod with drive motor, transmission, 360° rotating mechanism, propeller and sealed shell
  • More compact and lighter than ocean-going azimuth thrusters, to suit barge installation space and load capacity
  • Strengthened for shallow water and collision resistance
  • Sealed shell keeps out sediment, algae and corrosive substances; low-noise propeller

Performance (manufacturer figures)

  • Maneuver adjustment cycle shortened by nearly 20% compared with traditional devices
  • Fuel consumption reduced by 10% to 15% under the same operating conditions

Applications

Cargo and oil barges, crane barges, dredging barges and pile-driving barges in inland rivers, coastal waters and shallow working zones, including dynamic positioning for fixed-point construction work.

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