Offshore mooring steel buoys are robust and essential structures used in maritime and offshore operations to mark positions, provide mooring points, and assist in navigation. Constructed from high - grade steel, these buoys are designed to endure the harsh conditions of the open sea, including strong waves, high winds, and corrosive saltwater.
Typically cylindrical or spherical in shape, offshore mooring steel buoys come in various sizes depending on their intended use. They are equipped with mooring hardware, such as shackles and chains, which allow vessels to securely tie up. Internally, they may contain ballast to ensure stability and may be fitted with additional features like navigation lights, reflectors, or monitoring equipment. These features make them highly visible to ships at night or in poor weather conditions and enable remote monitoring of environmental data.
The surface of steel buoys is often protected with anti - corrosion coatings, such as epoxy paints or zinc - based materials, to extend their lifespan. Their reliability and durability make them a crucial component in offshore oil and gas platforms, marine terminals, and large - scale fishing operations, providing safe and stable mooring solutions for vessels of different sizes.
| Stock No. |
Type |
Buoyancy (not include anchor chains) |
Dia. x High |
Chain |
Ring |
To suit Sinker |
Mooring Shackle |
Berthing Capacity |
| (T) |
(M) |
(MM) |
(MM) |
(T) |
(MM) |
(T) |
| HSM030401001 |
2.0 Type Steel Mooring Buoy |
3 |
Φ2x1.74 |
Φ62 |
Φ45 |
4 |
Φ90 |
<2000 |
| HSM030401002 |
2.6 Type Steel Mooring Buoy |
6 |
Φ2.6x2.27 |
Φ72 |
Φ45 |
6 |
Φ90 |
<5000 |
| HSM030401003 |
3.6 Type Steel Mooring Buoy |
9 |
Φ3.6x2.14 |
Φ90-Φ100 |
Φ50 |
8 |
Φ14 |
<10000 |
| HSM030401004 |
5 Type Steel Mooring Buoy |
28.5 |
Φ5x3.4 |
Φ122 |
Φ60 |
12 |
Φ14 |
<12000 |
| HSM030401005 |
5.5 Type Steel Mooring Buoy |
31.2 |
Φ5.5x3.0 |
- |
- |
- |
- |
<100000 |
| HSM030401006 |
6 Type Steel Mooring Buoy |
34.2 |
Φ6.0x3.2 |
- |
- |
- |
- |
<150000 |
Haosail will provide Mill cert and inspection report and steel material quality certificate for each buoy. If required, MPI and UT inspection report is also available.
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Q1: What are the main functions of an offshore mooring steel buoy?
A: The primary functions include serving as a mooring point for vessels, marking important maritime positions (such as channels or hazards), and assisting in navigation. Some buoys can also be used to house monitoring equipment for environmental data collection.
Q2: How are offshore mooring steel buoys anchored?
A: They are usually anchored to the seabed using heavy - duty chains, ropes, or cables connected to anchors like drag - embedment anchors or suction - pile anchors. The type of anchoring system depends on the seabed conditions and the buoy's size and load requirements.
Q3: How do you protect offshore mooring steel buoys from corrosion?
A: Multiple methods are employed. Surface coatings like epoxy paints, zinc - rich primers, or hot - dip galvanization are commonly used. Additionally, sacrificial anodes may be attached to the buoy; these anodes corrode instead of the steel, thereby protecting the buoy structure.
Q4: Can offshore mooring steel buoys withstand severe weather conditions?
A: Yes, they are engineered to endure harsh marine environments, including strong storms, high waves, and extreme winds. Their robust steel construction, combined with proper ballasting and anchoring, allows them to maintain stability during adverse weather.
Q5: What determines the size of an offshore mooring steel buoy?
A: Several factors play a role, such as the intended use (e.g., for small boats or large tankers), the water depth of the mooring area, the expected loads from vessels, and the environmental conditions of the location. Larger buoys are generally needed for deeper waters and heavier loads.
Q6: Are offshore mooring steel buoys easy to maintain?
A: While they are durable, maintenance is still required. Regular inspections are needed to check for signs of corrosion, damage to the mooring hardware, or malfunction of additional equipment (like lights). Anti - corrosion coatings may need periodic touch - ups, and worn - out components should be replaced promptly.
Q7: Do offshore mooring steel buoys have any environmental impact?
A: When properly maintained and disposed of at the end of their life cycle, the environmental impact is minimal. However, if not managed correctly, rust and debris from corroded buoys can potentially affect marine life, and improper disposal can contribute to marine pollution.
Q8: Can offshore mooring steel buoys be customized?
A: Yes, they can be customized according to specific requirements. This may include adding specialized mooring fixtures, integrating different types of monitoring devices, modifying the shape or size, or applying unique paint schemes for identification purposes.
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