Tail Floating Hose

Description

The Tail Floating Hose is a specialized hose used in offshore oil transfer systems, typically located at the tanker end of the hose string. Its primary purpose is to maintain buoyancy and ensure easy handling during crude oil or refined petroleum transfers in marine environments. It is designed to be durable, flexible, and resistant to the challenging conditions encountered during offshore operations.

1. Construction

• Inner Liner: Oil-resistant synthetic rubber or composite material designed to handle crude oil, refined petroleum products, and other petrochemicals without compromising integrity.
• Reinforcement Layers: High-tensile synthetic fibre or steel wire layers provide the hose with excellent strength and durability to withstand the high-pressure environments common in offshore oil transfer systems.
• Outer Cover: Abrasion-resistant synthetic rubber that provides protection against environmental factors such as UV radiation, seawater, and physical wear.

2. Floating Layer

• The hose features a closed-cell foam floating layer or other buoyant materials that ensure positive buoyancy, preventing submersion and making it easier to handle on the water’s surface.
• This layer is distributed evenly across the hose to maintain balance and ensure reliable flotation in rough seas or dynamic marine environments.

3. Standard Sizes

• Inner Diameter: Available in various standard sizes, typically ranging from 6 inches (150mm) to 24 inches (600mm) to fit different transfer systems.
• Length: Standard lengths are usually around 12 meters, but custom lengths can be made to suit specific applications.

4. Working Pressure

• Designed to handle a working pressure range of 10 to 20 bars (145 to 290 psi), ensuring safe and efficient transfer operations under high-pressure conditions.

5. Temperature Range

• Suitable for use in environments with temperatures ranging from -20°C to 80°C, making it versatile for different offshore climates.

6. End Fittings

• Equipped with flanged or swivel-type end fittings that are corrosion-resistant, ensuring secure connections between hoses and pipeline systems.
• The fittings are typically made from galvanized steel or stainless steel, designed to comply with OCIMF (Oil Companies International Marine Forum) standards.

7. Performance Characteristics

• Tensile Strength: The hose is designed to withstand the significant tensile loads experienced during tanker loading or unloading operations.
• Buoyancy: The floating layer ensures the hose remains on the water’s surface even under challenging marine conditions, facilitating smoother oil transfer.
• Abrasion Resistance: The outer layer protects the hose from damage caused by friction against ship decks, buoys, or other offshore equipment.
• Flexibility: The hose remains flexible enough to adapt to wave movements, ensuring continuous operation without compromising its integrity.

8. Applications

• Commonly used at the tanker end in offshore mooring systems, especially in Single Point Mooring (SPM) or Conventional Buoy Mooring (CBM) operations.
• Essential in oil transfer applications where the hose needs to float and remain flexible while maintaining a secure connection to tankers and terminals.

9. Certifications

The manufacturer of the products supplied by Precision Hoses Pty Ltd is certified under the ISO 9001:2008 Quality Management System, ensuring a consistent commitment to quality. Additionally, the manufacturer’s products have achieved key industry certifications, including the BV Certificate, CE Certificate, ECM Certificate, and CCS Certificate, awarded in 2010. These certifications highlight the exceptional standards of the products we resell, providing our customers with confidence in their reliability and performance.

The Tail Floating Hose is a critical component in offshore oil transfer systems, offering excellent buoyancy, durability, and flexibility. It ensures secure and efficient oil transfer in marine environments while withstanding the harsh conditions typically encountered during offshore mooring operations.

 

10. Available Sizes

Specification for Tail Floating Hose

 

Note: Specifications, pressures, colours, etc. can be customized according to requirements.