ROD END WITH D-GLIDE SPHERICAL BEARING FOR PIPE LAYING VESSELS

ROD END WITH D-GLIDE SPHERICAL BEARING

 

An innovative solution for the naval sector, installed on a pipelaying vessel, will improve the efficiency of subsea pipelaying operations.

 

Eurosnodi, has produced a series of rod ends with ball joints in D-Glide. This innovation represents a significant step forward for offshore pipelaying operations, improving both the efficiency  of subsea pipelaying operations.

Rod ends with D-Glide ball joints are designed to be installed on a pipelaying vessel, where their primary function is to facilitate the movement of ship equipment during subsea pipelaying. Using advanced D-Glide material, these ball bearings offer greater resistance to wear and corrosion than traditional systems.

D-Glide material is a high quality composite, specially developed for applications in high load situations and harsh environments. Its unique structure ensures a significant reduction of friction, improving the performance and life of the components subject to wear. Additionally, the D-Glide material is resistant to salt water and corrosive agents, making it ideal for use in the marine industry.

The adoption of rod ends with D-Glide ball joints by pipelaying vessels brings with it a number of significant benefits. First of all, the increased resistance to wear and corrosion guarantees a longer life of the components, reducing the costs of maintenance and replacement of the parts. Furthermore, the reduced friction offered by the D-Glide material allows for smoother and more precise movements during pipelaying operations, thus improving the efficiency of the process.

Finally, the use of rod ends with D-Glide ball joints helps reduce the environmental impact of pipelaying operations. Thanks to the longer life and lower maintenance needs, material waste is reduced.