Tanker Unloading Pipeline Submarine Outfit
Item Name Code (INC) 16577
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An item of supply designed to provide essential material such as pipe, welding rod, pipe anchors, chains, marker buoys, hose and like material necessary to fabricate a submarine pipeline from shore to a tanker mooring.
Additional Information for Tanker Unloading Pipeline Submarine Outfit
The Tanker Unloading Pipeline Submarine Outfit is a type of equipment used in the petroleum production and distribution industry. It falls under the supply class of Petroleum Production And Distribution Equipment and is categorized within the supply group of Construction, Mining, Excavating, And Highway Maintenance Equipment.
This outfit is specifically designed for unloading petroleum products from tankers through a submarine pipeline system. It is used to transfer the products from the tanker to onshore storage facilities or other distribution points.
The Tanker Unloading Pipeline Submarine Outfit typically includes various components such as:
1. Submarine Pipeline: This is a specially designed pipeline that is laid on the seabed to connect the tanker to the onshore facilities. It is used to transport the petroleum products from the tanker to the shore.
2. Buoyancy Control System: This system helps to control the buoyancy of the submarine pipeline, ensuring that it remains stable and secure on the seabed.
3. Mooring System: This system consists of anchors, chains, and other equipment used to secure the tanker in place during the unloading process.
4. Valves and Manifolds: These are used to control the flow of petroleum products through the submarine pipeline and to connect it to the onshore storage facilities.
5. Monitoring and Control Systems: These systems are used to monitor the flow rate, pressure, and other parameters of the unloading process. They also help to ensure the safety and efficiency of the operation.
The Tanker Unloading Pipeline Submarine Outfit is an essential equipment in the petroleum industry as it allows for the efficient and safe transfer of petroleum products from tankers to onshore facilities.
Related Item Names for INC 16577 Tanker Unloading Pipeline Submarine Outfit
NATO Stock Numbers with Item Name 16577 Tanker Unloading Pipeline Submarine Outfit Page 1 of 1
- MIL-P-82013
- RNCC: 4 | RNVC: 1 | DAC: 3