Upgrading uptime with the MacArtney MERMAC ROV winch series
The MacArtney Group is pleased to introduce the newly upgraded MERMAC R series of ROV winches. Featuring high power and speed, minimal maintenance requirements, a rugged and compact design, Active Heave Compensation (AHC) and a unique Remote Diagnostics Tool, the MERMAC R series promises to deliver cutting-edge winch solutions for ROV systems and tasks of all types.
MERMAC ROV Winches
Selecting the right winch system for a specific vessel, ROV system and task portfolio is complex. Drawing on its extensive experience as a global winch and handling solutions supplier, MacArtney aims to facilitate this process by offering a comprehensive selection of standard and customised MERMAC ROV winch solutions - all featuring the latest within winch design, innovation and technology. Employed for work class and inspection ROV systems, MERMAC R winches are available as standalone systems, as part of launch and recovery packages or as part of complete vessel moon pool handling solutions.
MacArtney MERMAC R winches are designed to be highly dependable, versatile and modular systems. Several components are standardised, making selecting the required performance and capacity easy for the client. Moreover, the modularity of MERMAC R winches makes them easy to upgrade or reconfigure if their services are eventually required for handling other types of equipment. Another feature of the upgraded MERMAC R series is the dedicated focus on 'intelligent compactness', which is incorporated into all winch designs. While taking up less deck space, the design still allows for easy maintenance.
Upgrading uptime with Active Heave Compensation and Remote Diagnostics
The MERMAC R series is empowered by Active Heave Compensation (AHC), which reduces weather-related downtime and makes the launch, handling, and recovery of tethered equipment (ROV and TMS) easier and safer. Featuring a high-tech motion reference unit and advanced algorithms, MERMAC R AHC winches immediately stabilise submerged equipment (ROV and TMS) by compensating for vessel movement caused by waves, even in heavy seas.
Representing another 'uptime upgrading' feature, all MERMAC R winches can now be delivered with an industry-unique Remote Diagnostics Tool. This tool allows MacArtney technicians to monitor and troubleshoot several winch functions remotely in real time. This unique feature potentially offers excellent cost savings to winch clients and operators by eliminating unnecessary offshore engineering support.
MacArtney service programme - global support, maintenance and spares
MacArtney offers a comprehensive service and maintenance programme aiming to extend the winch system's lifetime and minimise downtime. As a programme cornerstone, MacArtney offers 24/7 service, supported by several strategic MacArtney locations across the globe. Beyond remote services, the MacArtney service programme embraces hands-on onshore and offshore support. Finally, with a MacArtney service and maintenance programme, winch and handling solution customers can enjoy benefits such as extended warranty periods and complete predictability of costs over the entire system lifespan, making it possible to focus entirely on the core business.
Standard MERMAC R specifications
Winch speed: Up to 120 m/min
Winch pull: Up to 195 kN
Cable length: 2500 - 4500 m
Cable diameter: 25,4 - 40 mm
Features and benefits
- Active Heave Compensation (AHC)
- Remote diagnostics
- Reliable, compact designs
- Standard and custom models available
- High acceleration and speed
- Low installation cost
- Long service and maintenance intervals
- Service and maintenance programme available
- Painted to offshore standards (NORSOK M-501)
- Can be certified according to ILO 152, DNV 2.7-1 or 2.7-3
