Karl Senner, LLC is proud to equip the M/V Cape Hatteras with three WAF 464L Reverse Reduction Gearboxes and a 2 Station Main Propulsion Control System, complete with Vulkan Torsional Couplings, Mechanical Trailing Pumps, and Temperature Control Valves.

 

Great Lakes Dredge & Dock Corporation, a Houston-based dredging contractor, recently celebrated a significant milestone with the delivery of two Damen 3013 Multi Cats, the Cape Hatteras and the Cape Canaveral. These vessels, constructed by Conrad Shipyard in Morgan City, Louisiana, mark a pivotal moment for both the company and the U.S. dredging industry.

Chris Gunsten, Senior Vice President of Project Services and Fleet Engineering at Great Lakes, emphasized the notable safety enhancements brought by the Multi Cats to their dredge pipeline operations. These improvements include the ability to securely perform pipe handling and connections on deck, significantly reducing the risk of man overboard incidents. The vessels also enhance pipe and anchor operations and reduce the risk of soft tissue injuries, thanks to the Multi Cats’ two cranes, multiple winches, and wire tugger arrangements.

The Multi Cats measure approximately 99 feet in length and are powered by three EPA Tier III Caterpillar C32 TTA engines, capable of achieving speeds of 10.2 knots and a maximum bollard pull of around 32 short tons. Onboard Karl Senner, LLC has equipped the M/V Cape Hatteras with three WAF 464L Reverse Reduction Gearboxes and a 2 Station Main Propulsion Control System, complete with Vulkan Torsional Couplings, Mechanical Trailing Pumps, and Temperature Control Valves.

These versatile dredge support vessels feature two large winches and two deck cranes, enabling them to handle submerged and floating pipelines, anchor handling, and logistics supply. The elimination of the need for various floating support equipment, such as derrick barges, towboats, and anchor barges, enhances operational efficiency.

The Cape Hatteras and the Cape Canaveral are the first Damen Multi Cats to be constructed in the United States. They fully comply with the stability criteria set by the U.S. Coast Guard and the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, underlining their significance in the American maritime industry.

Karl Senner, LLC is proud to equip the F/V Aleutian No. 1 with a Reintjes WAF 665 Reverse Reduction Gearbox with an Internal Hydraulic multi-disc shaft Brake.

“Karl Senner’s timely provision of the reduction gear saved our fishing season from disaster. Their commitment to seeing the project through to the end, combined with their readily available gear inventory, made the difference.”

– Spencer Whitlock | Alaska Boat Company, LLC

The Miss Carter W’s 2,000 hp. is supplied by twin Caterpillar C32A main engines rated 1,000 hp. each at 1,800 rpm. They are mated to Reintjes WAF 573 gears from Karl Senner, which have a reduction ratio of 7:1, and they turn 80- by 62-inch steel propellers on 7-inch shafts with Duramax seals.

“Throughout many years and many gears, Karl Senner and REINTJES have provided Verret Shipyard with products and services for 40+ vessels. A good hull, the right ratio and propellers have been the key to the success and reliability of Verret built vessels. Many thanks to the Senner Family for all their dedication to their product and Verret Shipyard.”

– Ted Verret, President | Verret Shipyard, Inc.

Karl Senner, LLC is proud to supply a pair of REINTJES WAF 773 Gearboxes onboard the Dave B. Fate. This is the 7th of 8 vessels built at John Bludworth Shipyard for Maritime partners.

We are proud to equip the M/V Rusty Moore with three REITJES WAF 573L marine gearboxes and a Emerson Control System.

“We made the decision to go exclusively with Karl Senner, LLC for Golding Barge Line, and the REINTJES gears have served us extremely well.”

– Steve Golding, CEO of Golding Barge Line

Congratulations to Parker Towing on the delivery on M/V Jared Phillips. Karl Senner, LLC is proud to equip this vessel with two REINTJES WAF 873 Gearboxes.

Karl Senner, LLC is proud to equip the M/V Capt. Frank W. Banta and the M/V Ben Hays with matching WAF 563 REINTJES Gearboxes.

Karl Senner, LLC is proud to equip the M/V Bowling Green with REINTJES Gearboxes for Hines Furlong and Kirby. Thank you for placing your trust in the Karl Senner Team.

Onboard Karl Senner, LLC supplied three REINTJES WAF 1173 Reverse Reduction Gearboxes, with 7.429:1 single stage reduction ratio, Internal Hydraulic Multi-disc Shaft Brakes, and two station Emerson Control System. Two of three gearboxes are horizontal offset, and one is vertical.

“Within HFL, Karl Senner LLC is viewed as an extension of our maintenance and engineering department as they take the necessary time to understand our specific needs while also offering timely advise and support.”

– Kent Furlong, Hines Furlong Line, Inc

Karl Senner Reverse Reduction Gearbox and Electronic Controls

We proudly equipped the M/V Kevin Goldstein and sister vessel, each with two REITJES WAF 665 Reverse Reduction Gearbox and Electronic Controls.

Austin Sperry, Co-Founder & President at Maritime Partners, LLC said, “Thanks to the exceptional propulsion selection and strong product support from the reliable and dependable service from Karl Senner, the collaboration between Maritime Partners and Karl Senner – now seven years strong – will continue to help us flourish. We look forward to many more years of growth and success.”

Karl Senner Reverse Reduction Gearbox and Torsional Coupling

We equipped the F/V Ocean Leader with one REITJES WAF 863L Reverse Reduction Gearbox and Torsional Coupling.

Eddie Houston, Captain of Emmonak Leader LLC said, “Karl Senner provided unparalleled delivery time to ensure we met our fishing season. Their team delivered on target with exceptional support and exceeded our expectations.”