Dolphins are piles driven into the ground in waterways and harbors to give ships a place to dock or moor.
Dolphins have different tasks: as breasting dolphins they must be dimensioned for ship impact, as mooring dolphins the load results only from the rope tension.
Dolphins can consist of individual piles or bundles of piles. In the past, tree trunks were used as dolphins, which were driven into the ground. Today, steel piles or sections composed of sheet piles are mostly used.
To reduce the contact forces between the ship and the dolphins, they can be fitted with fenders.
Looking for high-quality dolphin structures for marine engineering projects? Womic Steel is your trusted partner. With years of experience and a commitment to excellence, we specialize in producing dolphin structures that are versatile, durable, and reliable.From nine pile jacketed structures to 96” OD steel pipe piles, we have the equipment, personnel, and experience to install the heaviest and biggest dolphins.
Applications:
Dolphin structures are essential for various purposes in marine engineering, including:
Providing a stable hardpoint along docks, waterways, or shores.
Stabilizing docks, bridges, or similar structures.
Serving as mooring points for ships.
Supporting navigational aids such as lights and day beacons.
Features:
Our dolphin structures offer several key features:
Made from premium-grade steel or reinforced concrete for exceptional durability.
Available in various sizes and configurations to suit different project requirements.
Can be untreated or pressure-treated timber piles, steel piles, or reinforced concrete piles.
Smaller dolphins may use wire rope to draw piles together, while larger dolphins use reinforced concrete cappings or structural steel frames for stability.
Size Range:
Our dolphin structures come in a range of sizes to accommodate different applications:
Diameter: From small diameters suitable for pedestrian bridges to larger diameters for mooring dolphins.
Length: Customizable lengths to suit specific project needs.
Height: Adjustable heights to provide the required stability and clearance.
Professionalism in Production:
At Womic Steel, We cut, fit, weld, and paint indoors to give our customers the best quality that can be offered today.we take pride in our professionalism and expertise in manufacturing dolphin structures. Our production process adheres to the highest standards, ensuring that each structure meets the stringent requirements for marine engineering projects. We use advanced technology and quality control measures to guarantee the durability and reliability of our products.
Choose Womic Steel for your dolphin structure needs and experience the difference that professionalism and quality can make. Contact us today to discuss your project requirements and let us provide you with the perfect solution for your marine engineering needs.
Post time: May-16-2024