Beacon-Finland-JAK-ATB-Coupling-System

The scope of delivery normally also includes design and classification material, FEM analysis, control equipment and the tailored supporting structure parts for each delivery. JAK ® ATB Coupling System The JAK ® ATB Coupling System is a pneumatically actuated electrically controlled articulated tug-barge connecting system. The coupling action is controlled from a control panel on the vessel’s bridge or/and from the local control panel in the coupler unit compartment. JAK ® Hydraulic Coupling System The Hydraulic system is an option to the pneumatically operated JAK ® ATB Coupling System. Installation The JAK ® coupler unit is mounted by welding the housing to the hull structures of the ATB Tug (SB- and PS-side), directly under the deck. The socket plates, including the guide plates – the counterpart of the coupler pins – are welded to the SB- and PS-sides of the notch of the barge. The location of the coupler units in the bow makes it necessary to construct a blister to level the coupler units and to fit the ATB Tug into the notch. Socket plate installation to the barge in progress. The assembly jig (not included in Beacon’s scope of supply) between the red socket plates ensures correct spacing. Couplers compartment in the bow of the pusher: the port side coupler unit assembly is clearly visible. Coupler unit seen from the Port side bow of the pusher.