A lifeboat davit is a shipboard launch and retrieval device. Configurations include gravity crane and free-fall.
This gear is found aboard all ships whose certification or governing regulations, such as SOLAS, require the presence of lifeboats.
Some davits take the form of single or double articulated arms resembling a small crane. Others are inclined rails, like a slide. The slides are made of polypropylene or polyacetate, and are designed to minimize lifeboat acceleration during launch. The slope of the track can sometimes be adjusted.
Certain versions combine both crane and rail systems, since wind and sea state can render free-fall launch impossible. Articulated arms are generally hydraulic, sometimes electric. Davits are configured for stern or side installation. Most come with a control panel.
Davits and lifeboats must conform to SOLAS or other applicable regulations. Most davits are designed for a specific type of lifeboat and cannot be used with any other. However, certain multipurpose models are suitable for a wide range of craft. Plan davit installation location carefully.
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MOB and life-boat davit for ships (electro-hydraulic ) NRDS 3500 H Noreq
The NRDS is in full compliance with the Noreq Davit concept where power pack and all vulnerable parts are protected inside the davit structure itself. The davits are intended for long-term, reliable...
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MOB boat and lifeboat single pivot davit for ships Fassmer
The Fassmer pivot davit is a simple inside-ship solution made for freestanding installation. The electric winch is fully protected...
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Lifeboat davit for ships NoreqFender
The new Noreq NPD series davits are specifically designed for safe and efficient launching and retrieval of lifeboats. All equipment is integrated inside the davit structure. The davits are intended for long-term, reliable operation in harsh and hazardous marine and offshore environments. The davit system is designed in accordance...
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MOB and life-boat davit for ships 1020577 VIKING
Approved according to SOLAS. Designed for long time operation...
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MOB and life-boat davit for ships HTL TTS Marine
A telescopic slide out davit, where the boat’s parking device virtually follows/supports the rescue boat during...
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Lifeboat gravity davit for ships GSP.FPH. GLOBAL DAVIT
The group name of Gsp.FPh.-type davits represents the very low-build type of davit systems for...
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Lifeboat davit for ships TYPE 2 Promac BV
The section of pivot davits for lifeboat handling is splitted into two main groups; the systems with turning-out using winch and falls and the systems with turning out on hydraulic power. The group name of Gs(l)p.-type...
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Freefall lifeboat davit for ships Navalimpianti
Free fall davits are designed for launching lifeboats fully loaded, in any trim and...
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Lifeboat davit for ships (hydraulic) BT-TYPE Vestdavit
VESTDAVIT davits are 100% hydraulic - Emergency system according to SOLAS - Shock Absorber System...
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Freefall lifeboat davit for ships HD SERIES Norsafe
The Norsafe HD davit system is especially designed for safe and efficient launching and retrieval of Norsafe free fall lifeboat. The davit system is designed for long time operation in a tough...
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Freefall lifeboat davit for ships FFH SERIES Ned - Deck Marine
The FFH davit is a deck to wall mounted davit, placed at the stern of the ship, and consists of a launch ramp, davit arm (A-frame), winch and...
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Lifeboat davit for ships (hydraulic) NMF - Neuenfelder Maschinenfabrik
NMF’s range of products includes a variety of service cranes for every...
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Lifeboat gravity davit for ships Industrias Ferri, S.A.
We have an ample range of davits for lifeboats, rafts, rescue boats and fast rescue boats which comply with all international...
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MOB boat and lifeboat single pivot davit for ships Acebi Yacht Division
Material: steel Workshops tests SOLAS...
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Inflatable liferaft for ships (self-righting, davit launched) 20-25 Eurovinil
in the throw overboard version and in the capacity of 20 and 25 persons also of the davit-launched type. The rafts for 20 and 25 persons are also...
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Inflatable liferaft for ships (davit launched) HAF DAVIT LAUNCHED SeaCurity GmbH
Approved according to SOLAS and...
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Inflatable liferaft for ships (davit launched) Survitec Zodiac
An extensive range - 12, 16, 20, 25, 37 persons Designed for cargo...
