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	Davit launched liferaft A supplement to dry shod evacuation, VIKING’s davit launched liferafts permit passengers to board the liferaft from deck. They are available in two versions: traditional and self-righting. The traditional SOLAS type is available is sizes 12,16,20,25 and 35 person carrying capacities. The automatically self-righting liferafts type are available in 25 and 39 person capacities. The liferaft is connected to the davit and then inflated at deck level, thus enabling passengers to board the liferaft from deck. The liferaft is then launched into the water. Passengers are safely boarded as liferafts are boarded at deck level and davit launched to the sea surface. All approved liferafts must be equipped with an automatic release gear (hydrostatic release unit) which makes the raft release automatically underwater if no time remains for manual release. A liferaft may be a person’s last chance of survival. VIKING products are therefore manufactured with the greatest care and respect for the situation in which they are likely to be used. The basic material of VIKING liferafts is a strong webbing covered with natural rubber. An extremely advantageous feature of rubber is its elasticity and flexibility, which is essential for the heavy loads to which the liferaft is exposed in case of emergency. This has proved crucial to its functioning under boarding and loading as demonstrated under the numerous rough sea trials and when deployed at extremely low temperatures. The liferafts have been successfully tested in compliance with the prescribed international requirements and regulations. For instance they have been subjected to velocity tests at forces of 30 m/sec and to sea trials in rough sea conditions. Self-righting liferafts have also been subjected to tests demonstrating their self-righting properties. Designed to comply with the new International Maritime Organisation / SOLAS Chapter III requirements to maritime equipment, VIKING’s products have also been fully approved by many other countries throughout the world and have been accredited by classification societies such as Det Norske Veritas – on behalf of the EU. A minimum of two individual buoyancy compartments means that damage of any one of the compartments will still leave sufficient buoyancy to carry the weight of the number of persons for which the liferaft is permitted to accommodate. Liferafts are housed in rigid fibre glass containers so constructed as to withstand hard wear. Davit launched liferaft VIKING's safety solutions save and protect lives on land, at sea and in the air every day VIKING provides and services safety products that are often the difference between life and death in an emergency at sea, during enemy fire, or for professionals those whose job it is to save lives. We offer a choice of product packages and systems that are standard or tailor made, and certified to the latest requirements. Product portfolio includes: marine evacuation systems, offshore evacuation systems, liferafts, boats, life-saving appliances, and personal protective equipment such as immersion suits, work suits, fire-fighter suits and lifejackets. VIKING is a global enterprise with a comprehensive range of safety and rescue solutions for the commercial vessel sector, offshore installations and the leisure market with high expectations for reliability, convenience and design. Cost-effective and convenient service where and when you need it The VIKING network of subsidiaries, agents, 270 authorised servicing stations and worldwide stock points makes us a truly global provider. We are present in geographic areas that are important to our customers and our unique network means that we can offer efficient and timely solutions – whether local or global. The advice you get is just as important as the products you choose VIKING's extensive knowledge of the life-saving industry ensures the optimal solution – putting together total packages for new buildings, producing custom designed evacuation systems, supplying the right combination of personal protective equipment, as well as professional and convenient servicing and replacement Contact VIKING via the below information: VIKING LIFE-SAVING EQUIPMENT LTD Ferryhouse South Denes Road NR30 3 PJ Gt Yarmounth, Norfolk Great Britain (UK) Tel.: (+44) 0 1493850250 Fax: (+44) 0 1493851222 E-mail: vikingldn@viking-life.com Bunker gear For more than 25 years, VIKING has been manufacturing fire protective clothing from NomexÒ material. We are one of the most experienced suppliers of fire-protective clothing for professional and ...... Fire boots VIKING’s SOLAS approved rubber fire boots are made of rubber to make them fire resistant and waterproof. They are comfortable and their rough rubber soles make ...... Lifejacket VIKING’s lifejackets are specially designed to improve personal safety at sea for passengers on board all types of vessels. We use the latest technology and innovative design for convenient stowage, optimal protection, comfort and style and quick and easy donning - essential for proper usage. ......

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