Unleashing the Power of High-Pressure Pumps
In the landscape of rising demand for Liquified Natural Gas (LNG) powered vessels, Svanehøj – a marine pump industry stalwart hailing from Denmark, has unveiled their novel high-pressure pump solution apt for two-stroke engines. The ingenious solution, according to the company, is a compact yet powerful blend of three combined cold ends, all aiming at optimizing flow and extending service intervals. Owing to its remarkable efficiency and curtailed methane slips, high-pressure LNG engines are attracting eyeballs, and Svanehøj stands ready to cater to the burgeoning requests for key LNG high-pressure fuel systems components.
The Triplex Revolution in Fuel Pump Systems
This dedicated manufacturer of marine pumps has formulated an innovative high-pressure fuel pump unit, complete with a drive system and three strategically designed cold ends to ensure impressive fluid flow and elongated service intervals. The avant-garde contrivance, named the “HPP Triplex Unit”, is being premiered at Kormarine in Busan, Korea, this week. Johnny Houmann, the CSO at Svanehøj, emphasizes the growing involvement of fuel gas system integrators who demand bespoke components to navigate extremely cold and high-pressure conditions. Drawing upon years of expertise in low-pressure fuel and cargo pumps for LNG, Svanehøj has successfully incorporated an integral part of the LNG fuel supply system into their versatile high-pressure pump unit, designed solely for maritime use.
Achieving Leak-Free Operation and Longevity
Svanehøj’s bespoke HPP Triplex Unit is designed to deliver impeccable performance and longevity amidst the maritime industry’s demand for leak-proof critical components. The notable features of the Triplex Unit include a low-pressure sealing arrangement that reduces friction and guarantees longer service intervals. With a quick and efficient cartridge solution for sealing replacement, the company aims to curtail maintenance costs. They have also introduced a new inlet valve design to ensure utmost efficiency and minimal pressure drop.
Transition Fuels: The Road to a Greener Maritime Industry
“In an ideal world, all ships would transition to carbon-free fuels overnight. However, creating an infrastructure for liquid renewable energy will take time. Transition fuels are key to this energy transition, and natural gas is undeniably the most beneficial and environmentally friendly option. At Svanehøj, we are dedicated to constantly revolutionizing our product designs and service models while minimizing the environmental lifecycle cost,” says Søren Kringelholt Nielsen, CEO at Svanehøj.
Responding to Increased Demand for LNG-Powered Vessels
LNG has seen an impressive uptick in recent years, especially for newly built ships. DNV, the alternative fuels database, reveals that there are currently 431 LNG-powered ships in operation, with an additional 539 on order, bringing the total to nearly 1,000 vessels. Further, the global order book added 104 ships in the first nine months of 2023, following the order of 462 LNG-fueled ships in 2021 and 2022 alone.
HPP Triplex Unit: The Vital Information
This high-pressure piston pump for LNG comes with an easy transportation and installation skid, a downrated ATEX motor for VFD operation, and a belt drive system. It boasts a substantial LNG capacity and withstands extremely low operational temperatures. Its overall dimensions promise high efficiency despite space limitations. Svanehøj’s HPP Triplex unit undoubtedly stands as a beacon of innovation in maritime fuel supply systems.
