advanced Flexible spud carrier for CSD dredger

Specifications Flexible spud carrier for CSD dredger

1.adaptable to any dredge

2.easily accessable spud hoisting

3.superior performance

Advanced flexible spud carrier for CSD dredger--------   Huaxia spud carriers are designed to reduce spud handling during dredge operations and so increase production of the dredge with 10% to 20%. After completing a swing, the CSD or WSD is pushed forward by the spud carrier, so that it can start a new swing. Once at the end of its travelling range, the auxiliary spud is lowered so that the carrier can be moved to its starting position.   The spud carrier and the pontoon are of a very rigid design, so that the forces from the side wires can be absorbed. The carrier is moved by a double acting hydraulic cylinder. The cylinder has sufficient strength to continue cutting during the step forward.   The carrier pontoon can easily be fitted to the aft of your dredge and can be ballasted so that the stability of the dredge can be kept uncompromised. Optionally the spud carrier installation can be fitted with its own hydraulic power pack.   Huaxia can also supply specially designed spud carriers, for offshore dredging or extra rugged conditions.   Strong winds and high waves can create problems for cutter suction dredgers. The waves can exert enormous pressure on the spud that holds the dredger to the seabed, straining the spud or even breaking it. Heavy seas can force the dredger to stop working.  
A flexible spud carrier, with its special designed hydraulic system, can help to solve this problem. When stresses due to the motion of the waves are too high, these special spud carriers prevent the spuds from breaking – preventing damage and downtime.