Shipbuilding and marine: Bolting withstanding and optimizing
Ships are held together by a large number of bolted joints.
So, a fastening solution that can be applied quickly and easily translates into significant costs and time savings. The oceans, presenting ships with tough winds and massive saltwater exposure, also put equipment, including bolts, under heavy pressure and strain. Whatever the ship application, we have the bolting solutions that have you crossing the oceans safely and reliably.
How we have helped customers in the shipbuilding and marine industry
Washers reduce costs in propeller assembly
Mecklenburger Metallguss GmbH, a world leader in the production of propellers for large container ships chose Nord-Lock as the new standard for all bolted joint applications
Adjustable bolted propeller
Large ships are increasingly being equipped with higher propulsive power. This trend is generating a need for larger propellers. Such propellers are typically of monobloc design, i.e. constructed from one casting. They are difficult to machine and their high weight and bulk make handling and transportation a costly enterprise.
Conquering the Seas
Mitsui recently began using Nord-Lock components in their marine diesel engines. Because Nord-Lock components are comparatively light and small, they are effective in making assembly and tightening quicker and safer especially in poorly-accessible or confined places.
