Van Oord has announced the addition of the Jet-It trencher to its fleet. After successfully completing a test campaign in the North Sea, this new specialized equipment is ready for its first operational deployment.
The development of Jet-It is based on the experience gained with the previous Dig-It and Deep Dig-It trenchers. Deep Dig-It trenchers. This new unit is designed exclusively with high-pressure jetting technologyThis new unit is designed exclusively with high-pressure jetting technology, which makes it possible to fluidize the substrate and create trenches up to 3 meters deep.
Jet-It trencher for submarine cable installation
Jet-It focuses on efficient efficient burial of subsea cablesespecially in sandy and light clay soils. Unlike other equipment that combines mechanical cutting and blasting, Jet-It uses only hydraulic fluidizing systems, increasing accuracy and reducing operating time.
The trencher has two frequency-controlled high-pressure water pumps, along with multiple integrated sensors that allow high-speed digging with high accuracy.
Adaptability and operational advantages in the offshore sector
Each trencher in Van Oord’s fleet has specific strengths that allow work methods to be tailored to different soil types, required depths and project conditions. With the addition of Jet-It, the company expands its ability to offer more efficient subsea line installation solutions.
Jet-It’s design favors rapid mobilization, as it can be hoisted in a single operation aboard any vessel, thus reducing costs and project preparation time.
This addition reflects the company’s commitment to technological innovation and sustainability in its subsea operations. subsea operations. The company continues to drive improvements in offshore project execution, aligning itself with global trends towards more agile and responsible processes.
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