Electrical power and automation systems

In addition to vessels and equipment, IHC Merwede delivers solutions for optimal offshore operations. Tailored to meet the performance requirements of customers, the latest technology in electrical drives and platform automation optimises the design, construction and operation of its complex working vessels.

Integration of systems

IHC Drives & Automation excels in the integration of a variety of systems, such as navigation functions, communication, energy management, heavy crane operation, offshore handling and propulsion control. The integrated approach ensures high system availability, sustainability and maintainability.

The specialists at IHC Drives & Automation design, manufacture and deliver generators, electric motors/submersible motors, main switchboards, variable frequency drives of 690V-6.6kV, transformers and inverters, DP2 and DP3 systems, and artificial intelligence-based platform automation systems. Complete electrical installations and additional equipment integrate all features. Training and life-cycle support help to reduce the cost of ownership for customers.

High level of performance

Electrical energy generation and conversion are becoming increasingly important on board. A growing number of electrical systems enables a more flexible vessel layout and, in most cases, greater efficiency in the application of energy.

The modular design of IHC Merwede vessels in general and their innovative frequency drives provide a high level of system performance and the lowest cost of ownership.

The integration of platform automation systems is mainly provided in three product lines, accompanied by complete electrical installations:

• Alarm and Monitoring Systems (AMS) with principal design
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• Vessel Management Systems (VMS) for the integration of
  all platform functions, including PMS and offshore operation systems
• Condition Monitoring Systems (CMS) for the support of maintenance and logistic decisions

IHC Merwede offers the optimal integration of electro-technical and automation knowledge with naval and mechanical engineering to its customers, which results in enhanced control of the vessel and a higher level of performance.