Marine Loading Arm (Manual Operation)

Operating method: manually operated
Supporting structure: independent support, hybrid support, self support, single or double arm

Marine loading arms for manual operations are typically used for transporting fluid between pipelines of inland rivers and small seaports and tankers. During the process of fluid transfer, the design of the loading arm allows it to accommodate the drift and movement of the tanker or ship within its predetermined range without damaging the equipment. In order to prevent drifting past the design range, a range alarm system can be installed to trigger audible and visual warnings to alert operators of excessive drift. Manual arms are lighter, less costly, and require less maintenance than their hydraulic counterparts.