GRP Fire Resistant Open Type Rescue Boat

GRP Fire Resistant Open Type Rescue Boat

1, MATERIALS of NPT 40R Rescue boat/lifeboat
Hull and deck: GRP
Buoyancy material: Polyurethane foam
Deck fittings: Galvanised or stainless steel
Painter release: Stainless steel 316
Fender: Black neopne

2, GENERAL DEscriptION of NPT 40R Rescue boat/lifeboat

2.1 Rescue boat designed and manufactured according to latest SOLAS, Classification Society and National Authority requirements.

2.2 The rescue boat has excellent reliability, manoeuvrability, and sea-keeping abilities in order to fulfil its prime function to provide an effective means of search and recovery for persons missing at sea.


2.3 The layout and performance of the boat allow it to perform other roles including, dive support, Inspection, patrol, survey and work boat duties.


3, HULL AND DECK of NPT 40R Rescue boat/lifeboat

3.1 The rescue boat is fabricated in fire-retardant glass reinforced polyester with a hand laid construction method.

3.2 Two longitudinal bulkheads, along the length of the hull, transverse bulkhead provides structural strength. The hull is a fully planning, with transom stern, giving optimum sea keeping ability at all speeds in all sea conditions.

3.3 The space between hull and inner liner is filled with polyurethane buoyancy foam. If damaged below the waterline, the boat will float at safe level in fully flooded and loaded condition. The boat is fitted with a drain plug at the lowest position.

3.4 A neopne fender protects the hull by absorbing impacts. The deck has an anti-slip surface. Lifelines and grab handles
Are fitted on the gunwale.

4. PROPULSION SYSTEM

The rescue boat is fitted with an approved petrol outboard motor with the following features:
Manual start, Fuel capacity sufficient for 4 hours operation, Propeller protection guard

5. DECK FITTINGS

The boat has been designed to provide a protected and safe working environment for the crew, engine and equipment. It has the following features:
5.1 Equipment box with watertight hatch
5.2 Manual bilge pump
5.3 On load painter release hook
5.4 Samson post mounted at aft corner
5.5 Secure grab handles throughout the boat
5.6 Spray hood to protect persons on deck

6. ELECTRIAL EQUIPMENT

Electrical equipment consists of:
6.1 Searchlight.
6.2 Position light.
6.3 Compass.

7. LIFTING ARRANGEMENT

Lifting is by a 4-point lifting slings arrangement.

8. CAPSIZE EQUIPMENT

In the event of capsize, the engine is automatically shut off and the boat can be right by itself. The following equipment is fitted:
8.1 Rear mounted frame with the boat is inherently self-righting.
8.2 Engine and fuel shut of provided by dead man switch.