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WORK CLASS ROVS

WORK CLASS ROVS
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WORK CLASS ROVS

Product catalog summary
Overview
SMD provides a comprehensive solution for Remotely Operated Vehicle (ROV) systems, including the design and manufacture of Launch and Recovery Systems (LARS), winches, Tether Management Systems (TMS), and control cabins. They offer training and global aftermarket support, utilizing multi-platform components from SMD’s Curvetech™ range for compatibility and expandability.
Work Class ROV Systems
Since 2004, SMD has developed over 125 ROV systems for sectors such as oil and gas, oceanographic, defense, and renewables. Their systems are configurable and class-leading, with various models and capacities available.
Key Components
  • Tether Management Systems (TMS): Available in tophat or garage models with capacities from 250m to 1600m.
  • Launch and Recovery Systems (LARS): Offered in A-Frame, gantry, or cursor models with safe working loads from 5Te to 15Te.
  • Winches: Capacities range from 5Te to 15Te, with umbilical capacities from 500m to 6500m.
ROV Models
  • Atom: Ultra-compact ROV for drill support and light construction, with a small footprint and easy maintenance.
  • Quasar: Medium-sized ROV for survey, construction, and drill support operations.
  • Quantum: Largest ROV for heavy construction, offering extensive tool and instrument space.
Control Systems
SMD offers advanced vehicle control options, including dynamic positioning modes and survey kit upgrades. Control cabins are ergonomically designed and highly configurable.
Tether Management Systems (TMS)
Four standard tophat TMS sizes are available, offering simple tether paths and options for vectored thrusters. Garage TMS options provide versatility and protection for ROVs.
Launch and Recovery Systems (LARS)
With over 20 years of experience, SMD offers LARS with safe working loads from 5Te to 15Te in various configurations.
Specifications
SMD provides A-Frame and winch systems for marine applications, with A-Frames available in fixed and telescopic models (6 to 12 tonnes capacity). Winch systems support umbilical capacities from 500m to 6500m and are compatible with ATOM, QUASAR, and QUANTUM ROVs.
Winch Systems
Designed for all conditions, winch systems support steel wired armour or aramid umbilicals, with varying safe working loads and capacities.
Special Projects
SMD offers bespoke subsea solutions and specialist handling equipment for unique operational requirements, including trenching, exploration, and military applications.
Advanced Vehicle Controls (AVC)
In collaboration with SeeByte, SMD has developed an AVC suite integrated with the DVECs platform for autonomous functionalities like object recognition and waypoint navigation.
Research and Development
SMD is enhancing simulator technology for mission planning and training, recognized with the Queen’s Awards for Enterprise in Innovation in 2011.
Contact Information
SMD has offices in the UK, Singapore, and the USA, providing global support and services.
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Catalog excerpts

WORK CLASS ROVS-2

WORK CLAss ROV sYsTEms Building on a strong and unique legacy of over 40 years in subsea engineering, SMD entered the work class Remotely Operated vehicle (ROv) market in 2004 following the acquisition of Hydrovision. Since then SMD have designed and manufactured over 125 ROv systems for the oil and gas, oceanographic, defence, salvage, telecoms, special projects and renewable markets. SMD offer a complete turnkey ROv system solution including the design and manufacture of Launch and Recovery Systems (LARS), winches, Tether Management Systems (TMS) and control cabins. Training and world-wide...

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WORK CLASS ROVS-3

COMPLETE TURNKEY ROV SOLUTION 1 SMDTMS • Tophat or garage models available • Thrusters option • 250m to 1600m tether capacity • Latest multi-platform Curevtech™ components 2 SMDLARS • A-Frame, gantry or cursor model LARS available • 5Te - 15Te Safe Working Load (SWL) variants • Up to sea state 6 • Custom ROV LARS available 3 SMD ROVS • Atom, Quasar, Quantum - compact to heavy duty work class • 60hp to 250hp • DVECS II SCADA Control • Advanced Dynamic Positioning (DP) • Latest multi-platform Curvetech™ components 4 SMD WINCHES • 5Te - 15Te SWL variants • Lift or storage winches • 500m - 6500m...

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WORK CLASS ROVS-4

ULTRA COMPACT WORK CLASS ROV SMD's Atom is an ultra compact work class ROV comparable in size to an electric ROV system. The vehicle is suitable for drill support, survey and light construction duties and can be mobilised on vessels and rigs with limited deck space. Designed with ease of operation and maintenance in mind, the Atom boasts the latest DvECSII distributed control, graphical displays and pilot aids coupled with proven powerful Curvetech™ components. The Atom can be supplied as a complete package with SMD's ultra compact TMS and LARS. Ultra compact work class ROV Easy to operate and...

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WORK CLASS ROVS-5

Depth rating Dimensions Length Width Height Weight in air (base system) Payload (base system) Through frame lift Bollard pull Forward/aft Vertical (up) surface performance Forward Lateral Vertical INSTRUMENTS/TOOLING CONTROL CABIN Hydraulic channels standard Optional Video capability standard Optional Gyro standard Optional Lighting Manipulator Grabber 10ch iHCU (15LPM), 1ch (high flow) Torque tool controller 2ch iHCU (95LPM) 6 x channels composite 2 x HDTV channels Gyro compass ns FOG 2 x HID + 6 x halogen or LED 1 x 7F pos feedback (T4 compatible) 1 x 5F rate, heavy duty Control cabin 16...

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WORK CLASS ROVS-6

Drill support/General Work class rov Quasar is the medium size vehicle in SMD’s Q-Series work class ROV range. Utilising the latest multi-platform Curvetech™ components, the vehicle offers class-leading in-current performance, tooling and instrument space and access for maintenance. Quasar is an excellent all round performer capable of survey, construction and drill support operations. Features • edium sized high power work class M ROv • xcellent performance and highly E versatile • onfigurable for survey, drill support C and construction tasks • he essential all-rounder and T backbone of your...

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WORK CLASS ROVS-7

GENERAL Depth rating Dimensions Length Width Height Weight in air (base system) Payload (base system) Through frame lift PERFORMANCE Bollard pull Forward/aft Vertical (up) surface performance Forward Lateral Vertical INSTRUMENTS/TOOLING CONTROL CABIN Hydraulic channels Control cabin 12ch iHCU (15LPM), 1ch (high flow) Control system Torque tool controller 2ch iHCU (95LPM) 12ch iHCU (15LPM) Incoming power supplies 20ft, A60 IsO (optional zone II 3G) sMD DVECsII ROV control hardware Dual touch screens TFT video wall 380V-480Vac or 690Vac Video capability standard Optional Gyro standard Optional Lighting Manipulator Grabber...

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WORK CLASS ROVS-8

Heavy Duty construction class rov Quantum is SMD’s largest work class ROV suitable for heavy construction duties. Utilising the latest multiplatform Curvetech™ components, the vehicle offers class-leading in-current performance and extensive free tool and instrument space. Designed to cope with power intensive deepwater tasks, the Quantum is the ultimate subsea construction and survey tool. Features • SMD’s most powerful ROV • arge payload and through frame lift L to meet your heavy duty tooling needs • onfigurable for survey and heavy C construction tasks • he ultimate ROV for the most T demanding...

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WORK CLASS ROVS-9

GENERAL Depth rating Dimensions Length Width Height Weight in air (base system) Payload (base system) Through frame lift PERFORMANCE Bollard pull Forward/aft Vertical (up) surface performance Forward Lateral Vertical INSTRUMENTS/TOOLING CONTROL CABIN Hydraulic channels standard Optional Video capability standard Optional Gyro standard Optional Lighting Manipulator Grabber 2 x 12ch iHCU (15LPM), 4ch iHCU (HFlow) Torque tool controller 8 x channels composite 2 x HDTV channels Gyro compass ns FOG 12 x halogen or LED + 2 x HID 1 x 7F pos feedback (T4 compatible) 1 x 5F rate, heavy duty Control...

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WORK CLASS ROVS-10

CONTROL sYsTEm rov Dynamic positioninG (Dp) smD offers a range of advanced vehicle control options for each ROV system. Example flight modes include Bottom Lock DP and mid-Water DP which allow hover, cruise, step, rotate round and flight by designated way points. The ROV pilot can utilise data from multi-beam sonars to control the ROV relative to objects in the workspace, this enables accurate navigation and control during inspection and construction tasks. topsiDe control smD’s latest range of control cabins have been functionally and ergonomically designed to maximise productivity. Operator...

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WORK CLASS ROVS-11

TETHER FRIENDLY SYSTEMS Four standard sizes of tophat Tether Management Systems (TMS) are available from SMD to suit a wide variety of applications. Standard units utilise a unique fleeting drum arrangement which offers a simple tether path for extended tether Life. A variety of tether sizes can be accommodated with options. The Ultra Long Excursion (ULX) TMS can also accommodate vectored thrusters for subsea positioning. ULTRA COMPACT TMS Metric Imperial Suitable for use with ATOM Depth rating Dimensions (Dia x H) Weight in air (base system) Main lift capacity Latch capacity Tether capacity Tether...

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