Thrusters
Brunvoll - Kongsberg - Kawasaki - Schottel - Jastram - Wartsila
Complete overhaul of bow thrusters and stern thrusters, including:
Preparation and Safety Measures
- Isolating the thruster from power and hydraulic sources
- Securing the work area and using appropriate lifting equipment
Disconnection of hydraulic systems
- Draining hydraulic fluids and disconnecting hoses and valves
Removal of the propellers and blades
- Loosening and extracting propeller bolts or nuts
- Carefully detaching propeller blades to prevent damage
Disassembly of the gearbox and drive system
- Dismantling the gearbox cover and extracting gears, shafts and bearings.
- Inspecting components for wear, cracks or misalignment.
Extraction of the shaft and bearings
- Removing the main shaft and associated bearings
Dismantling of the motor and couplings
- Detaching the electric or hydraulic motor
- Inspecting couplings and mounting brackets
Seal and o-ring replacement