The free fall lifeboat launching device is a specialized equipment for launching and retrieving free fall lifeboats. This device has completely changed the traditional way of launching lifeboats from both sides of the ship. Instead, the lifeboat deviates from the mother ship's course and falls freely into the water, thereby improving the evacuation capability of the distressed vessel. This device is currently the safest and most reliable rescue and escape system internationally, and its superior performance has been increasingly recognized by ship owners and crew members.
MODEL | S.W.L(KN) | Suitable |
JY-FH55 | 55 | JY49CF/FF |
JY59CF/FF | ||
JY-FH70 | 70 | JY67CF/FF |
JY-FH90 | 90 | JY85CF/FF |
JY-FH145 | 145 | JY109CF/FF |
Products Details:
1. Type: Life Boat Davit
2. Material: Steel
3.. Standard: ISO, CCS, BV, DNV, ABS, GL, LR, RINA, NK
When it comes to evacuating a vessel or offshore installation in an emergency, speed and reliability are everything. A dedicated launching appliance for a free-fall lifeboat makes that possible by enabling a near-instant release of the craft directly into the sea. Thanks to its design, this system drastically shortens the time between “abandon ship” and “airborne” and helps ensure evacuation under the most severe conditions.
One major benefit is rapid deployment with minimal preparation. Unlike conventional davit-launched lifeboats that require multiple lowering ropes, synchronised operations, and may be compromised in heavy seas, a free-fall system allows the lifeboat to slide off the ramp virtually immediately — even while the ship is still moving. This means the craft can clear the ship’s side quickly and avoid the hazards of listing, debris, or flooding that often hamper traditional launches.
Another advantage is the enhanced safety margin and sea-clearance this appliance provides. With a free-fall ramp and launching appliance, the lifeboat gains forward momentum and enters the water at a safe distance from the vessel’s hull, reducing the risk of side-impact, entrapment or being overwhelmed by the ship’s motion. Additionally, because the system is always stowed in a “ready” position and requires fewer manual steps, human error and delays are reduced.
From a structural and operational perspective, the launching appliance offers simplicity, durability and cost-effectiveness. Since the system uses gravity and ramp design rather than complex mechanical falls, it has fewer moving parts during the launch phase, making maintenance more straightforward and the chance of mechanical failure lower. Over the long term, this translates into a more reliable escape system that aligns with life-safety priorities.
Finally, in environments where seconds and metres matter — offshore platforms, vessels in high seas, remote operations — the free-fall launching appliance enables fully enclosed lifeboats to be deployed with confidence. The appliance supports the heavy rugged construction, buoyancy, and stability features of enclosed lifeboats, so that once launched they give occupants enhanced protection, integrity during impact, and improved survival chances.
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