Single pull macgregor type hatch cover.pdf - Cochin University of ...
Single pull macgregor type hatch cover.pdf - Cochin University of ...
Single pull macgregor type hatch cover.pdf - Cochin University of ...
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2.3 FOLDING & MULTI-TYPE<br />
2.3.1 Description<br />
Figure 2.3 folding <strong>type</strong> <strong>hatch</strong> <strong>cover</strong><br />
Source: - Walter Vervloesem - IMCS<br />
Folding <strong>cover</strong>s may be fitted at both weather deck and tween deck <strong>hatch</strong>ways. In its<br />
simplest form, this <strong>type</strong> <strong>of</strong> <strong>hatch</strong> <strong>cover</strong> consists <strong>of</strong> two flat topped panels, similar in<br />
basic construction to those <strong>of</strong> the single <strong>pull</strong> system. Complex configuration may have<br />
three or more panels at each end <strong>of</strong> the <strong>hatch</strong>way, although installations with an<br />
uneven number <strong>of</strong> panels are rare. Wire-operated <strong>cover</strong>s having more than two panels<br />
require special rigging and their operation is therefore slow.<br />
A typical hydraulic operated <strong>cover</strong> is shown below. Adjacent panels are<br />
hinged together so that they can fold as shown. The panel at the stowage end is hinged<br />
to a plinth welded to the deck and hydraulic rams are usually arranged as illustrated.<br />
The ram rod is withdrawn into the cylinder to prevent corrosion when the <strong>hatch</strong> is<br />
closed at sea. Covers up to 26 m wide have been installed in ships.<br />
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