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Lifeboat and Davit Test Water Bags

“Lifeboat and Davit Test Water Bags” are used for evenly distributed load tests. These load test bags come with fill/offload fittings and an automatic relief valve, which is activated once the lifeboat bags achieve the desired weight.

Canflex lifeboat testing systems have been specifically designed to provide a safe and simple method of applying a test load to life-saving appliances. Our lifeboat test bags allow for gradual application and uniform distribution of the load. Controlled loading, unloading, and minimal handling of the test load to achieve a wide range of capacities results in minimum downtime of equipment during load tests.

The lifeboat testing systems are an extremely safe and simple method of proof load testing. The bags are light, easily positioned, and fulfill the requirement for an evenly distributed load test. A control manifold and pumping system is used to fill remotely and drain the water bags. This negates having personnel be in the craft while undergoing a proof load test.

Loading is measured and verified by means of a calibrated flowmeter.

Gangway load testing bags are also available and offered in all custom sizes.

Some of the accessories for these bags include: pumps and manifold systems, hoses, carry/storage satchel, and marine grade shipping/storage plywood box.

Some of the Lifeboat key features are:

  • Foldable for easy storage and transportation.
  • Made of high strength coated fabrics.
  • Complete with all accessories and fill/offloading systems.
  • Flat Bottom Lifeboat Bags are also available.
  • Complete Lifeboat Testing System Kit available.

Testing Applications include, but not limited to:

  • Lifeboat load testing
  • Life Raft load testing
  • Gangway load testing
  • Free Fall Lifeboat testing
  • Davit Launch Life Raft testing
  • Platform & Dock testing

Capacities for the Lifeboat Test Bags are 100, 250, 375, 400 and 500 kg.

Technical Information

CANFLEX LIFEBOAT TEST BAGS
Model Weight  Volume Diameter Length Dry Weight
kg  Liters / m3 m m kg
lb USG  in in lb
LBB-100 100 100 / 0.10 0.32 1.50 7
221  26.4 12.5 59 15
LBB-250 250 250/ 0.25  0.51 1.60  9
 551 66.1 20.0  63  20
LBB-375 375  375/ 0.375 0.51 2.26 10
826  99.2 20.0 89 22
LBB-400 400  400/ 0.40 0.51 2.40 11
881  106 20.0 94.5 25
LBB-500  500  500/ 050  0.51  2.9  13
 1,102  132  20.0  114  28
LBB-1000  1000  1000/ 050  0.64  3.7  34
 2,204  264  25.0  145  75
  Notes:
  • Custom sizes also available. “LBB/FB” are Load Test Bags with Flat Bottom
CPS-40T Cluster
CT/CPS

Crane Test Water Bags

Capacities: 1 to 100 Tonnes
( 1,000 to 100,000 kg).

Load Shackles
LS

Load Shackles

Capacities: 6.5 to 1,000 Tonnes

LBB-400
LBB

Lifeboat Water Bags

Capacities: 100, 250, 375, 400 & 1000 kg

CT/CPS

Load Links

Capacities: 2.5 Tonne - 500 Tonne

Image courtesy of Manson Construction - Maximizing Load Safety: The 100 Tonne Crane Test Water Weight Bag in Action
CT/CPS-100

100T Crane Test Water Bags

Capacities: 1 to 300 Tonnes (1,000 to 300,000 kg).

Load Cell And Shackles
JCM

Load Cells

Cells Capacities: 5 to 500 Tonnes

Gangway Load Test – 22,000 @ 90 lbs psf
Filling six 375 Kg Lifeboat Bags simultaneously
Canflex – Life Boat Test Water Bag With Flat Bottom
Offloading six LBB-375Kg bags simultaneously
Gangway Load Test with Canflex lifeboat bags. Courtesy of NW Docks
Using a non-submersible fluid transfer pump to offload Gangway Bag
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