Raw Water & Seawater Lift and Pre-Loading Reel System

Raw Water/Pre-Loading Reel Systems provide an effective means of storing, lowering and retrieving a hose with an Electrical Submersible Pump (ESP) attached, which is deployed below the ocean surface to deliver seawater to elevated offshore structures. These ESP Deployment Systems can be retrofitted to existing vessels or supplied for new construction projects.

Raw Water & Seawater Lift and Pre-Loading Reel System

Raw Water/Pre-Loading Reel Systems provide an effective means of storing, lowering and retrieving a hose with an Electrical Submersible Pump (ESP) attached, which is deployed below the ocean surface to deliver seawater to elevated offshore structures. These ESP Deployment Systems can be retrofitted to existing vessels or supplied for new construction projects.

The Raw Water Reel System for seawater pump deployment is a significant improvement over the conventional approach of mounting pumps within platform legs. Pumps can be quickly retrieved for inspection and maintenance at any time using an Offshore Pump Retrieval System, minimizing downtime and improving operational efficiency.

An idle pump left underwater can rapidly accumulate marine growth, reducing performance and potentially causing damage. In addition, Seawater Hose Reel Systems eliminate the need to remove manifold piping with a crane, helping reduce maintenance time and costs. Compared to traditional raw water towers, a Raw Water Pre-Loading Reel System can save hundreds of thousands of pounds in installation, maintenance and operational expenses.

Reel Power ME systems are designed to retrieve pumps in the shortest possible time, ensuring minimal rig downtime and lowering overall operating costs. These systems are ideal for Seawater Pump Systems, Offshore Water Supply Systems, Offshore Water Lift Systems, Offshore Water Intake Systems and Jack-Up Rig Water Systems.

A complete Seawater Lift System includes a reel with hose, power cable, safety cable, submersible pump/motor and all necessary controls. Single-speed soft start and Variable Frequency Drive (VFD) controls are available for improved flow management and operational flexibility.

Reel Power ME's Raw Water Reel Systems are widely used for offshore seawater pumping applications, offshore water intake systems, offshore water supply systems, jack-up rig water systems and ESP deployment operations where reliable pump deployment and retrieval are critical to minimizing downtime and maintaining operational efficiency.

Contact Reel Power ME to discuss your requirements and let our team design a customized Raw Water Reel System, Deep Well Reel, Submersible Pump Deployment Reel or Offshore Seawater Pump System tailored to your application.

Reel Power Marine & Energy has introduced a new patent-pending Integrated Raw Water Umbilical Hose for raw water, deepwell hose reel, and seawater-lift applications on self-elevating platforms and jack-ups. The fully assembled design combines a 300-psi raw water hose with pre-installed pump power conductors, spare conductors, and a dedicated safety cable. A braided rubber outer cover provides additional mechanical and UV protection while creating a uniform profile for smoother deployment.

Read more about the Integrated Raw Water Umbilical Hose

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Product BrochureView FileRaw Water/Pre Loading Reel Systems
Model/OptionThe reel accommodates an OSD (oil suction & discharge) hose. At the end of the hose, a suitable submersible deep well pump is attached. The entire weight of the pump, motor, and accessories are supported by the hose alone, making it the most maintenance-friendly, hassle-free compact lightweight system available in the marketplace.

Options

  • Electric Slip Ring Options: A electrical slip ring allows pumping continuously while jacking up or down. Slip ring may be by-passed in case of failure
  • Alternate Hose Capacities: 2”, 3”, 4”, 6”, 8”, 10”, 12” hose capacities available. Various hose lengths available
  • Hose Options: Standard and fire-resistant hoses
  • Reel Drive Options: Pneumatic, Electricand Hydraulicdrives are available
  • Pump Drive Options: Variable Frequency and Soft Start Single Speed areavailable
  • Remote Control Panel Option: Remote control panels are available for ease of operation from the deck, primarily used with the above platform options
  • Chute: To maintain pump/hose position in high winds, waves and current
  • Platforms Options: Single and double (parallel or tandem) reel platforms are available to raise the reel off the deck and provide additional storage space under the platform.
  • Platforms are complete with safety railing and access latter
  • Lifting Accessories Option: Certified single point lift spreader bar, lifting slings & shackles
  • 3rd Party Certification: ABS, DNV or NK certifications available
  • Flow Rate: Up to 4000 GPM (681 m3/hr)
  • Hose Diameter: 4 in (102 mm), 6 in (152.4 mm), 8 in (203 mm), 10 in (254 mm)
  • Hose Length: up to 250 ft (76 m)
  • Drive: Pneumatic, Electric VFD or Hydraulic – powered up or down control – 0 to 15 FPM speed range.
  • Rotary Union & Electric Slip Ring Options: A 90 deg. live swivel connection eliminates the need to decouple during raising or lowering the pump.
  • Offshore Duty: Heavy duty, offshore, seal welded skid, oilfield paint system and non-corroding components provided.
  • Manual Lock Pin: Manually engaged locking pin positively prevents inadvertent turning of the reel.
  • Hose Guides: Removable rollers maintain position of hose and pump below the reel.
  • Documentation: Complete documentation package provided. Including Installation,
  • Raw Water & Pre-Load Delivery
  • Wind Installation Vessels Seawater Lift
  • Jack-up Drilling Rig
  • Jack-up Lift Boats & Barges
  • Platform Rigs
  • Any Offshore Structure Fluid & Bulk Loading Transfer
  • Dockside Fluid Loading
Reel Power systems provide the safest and most reliable seawater supply for offshore jack-ups. For rigs and vessels, the Reel Power systems can retrieve the pump more easily for periodicmaintenance in the shortest possible time, ensuring the least rig down time and decreasing overall operating cost.

Advantages:
Greater Flexibility for Pump Access
  • Raise the pump out of water any time when not pumping reduces sea growth
  • Does not require the use of crane to pull manifold piping (dangerous operation)
  • Quickly retrieve the pump for maintenance any time
Easier & Faster Rig Moves (more important with frequent rig moves of Lift Boats)
  • Fire water pumping available when jacking up & down
  • No heavy manifold blinds and jumper hoses to lift & make-up
  • One man deployment and retrieval
Lower Operating Costs
  • Less Ocean Life grows in Hoses than steel pipes
  • Easier and less costly to replace a hose than manifold piping
Additional Benefits
  • Higher flow rates due to less ocean life growth
  • Often able to operate in shallower water making your vessel more marketable
If you are a jack-up rig or vessel owner or builder we'd like to share the many benefits of these systems and Reel Power’s extensive experience and capabilities with hose reel pumping systems.