Maritime Developments Patents Its 4-Track Tensioner

Maritime Developments, a provider of back-deck equipment to the oil and gas industry, has secured a patent for its 4-track tensioner.

The company has already delivered two of the new tensioners to clients and is on the brink of completing a third one for its rental division.

The TTS-4/140 series tensioner is a 50-tonne 4-track caterpillar system for the handling of subsea products such as umbilicals, risers and flowlines.

The caterpillar tracks are fitted with V-shaped pads and operate by gripping the product between the opposing track carriages with failsafe hydraulic cylinders.

Due to its design, the 4-track tensioner can be used vertically, horizontally or on a ramp.

Mike Gaskin, commercial director at Maritime Developments, said: “We’re delighted to have secured the patent. The development of our 4-track tensioner highlights once again the flair, vision and expertise within our business.”

The company has also launched its innovative portable vertical lay system (VLS), completed a series of projects, including delivery of reel drive systems, tensioners, winches and control units for international contractors.