Marine Loading Systems

THE EXPERIENCE AND PROVEN PRODUCTS

OF CE-LOADING SYSTEMS INC.
Syltone Marine, Inc. high-quality, custom-engineered fluid
handling products and experienced, service-oriented people have been
serving the worldwide petroleum, chemical, and petrochemical markets
for many years.
Syltone Marine, Inc. was created through the acquisition and
consolidation of the assets of AARIG Terminal Systems and CE-Loading
Systems, Inc. The result - a single source company with the capability of
offering marine loading and tank truck tank car arms. As Syltone Marine,
Inc., we are continuing to design, manufacture, and fabricate precision-
engineered equipment for all your fluid handling needs. We also offer a
complete range of marine arm refurbishment services.

Syltone Marine, Inc., offers a variety of marine loading arms designed and
assembled to handle all your fluid transfer requirements, from the smallest
barge to the largest tanker. Our marine loading arm assemblies include:

• A counterweighted design (CBA) with manual

operation for small ships and barges.

• A rotary counterweighted design (CEMA IV) with

hydraulic assist and positive control for simple
operation and maneuverability for small to large
ships, tankers, and barges.

In addition to the manufacture of marine arms, we provide complete

refurbishment services. Your existing marine loading arms can be
refurbished on-site, or at our manufacturing facility. We maintain a
large inventory of parts which allows us to upgrade, rebuild, or service
any existing marine arms.
 The Counter-Balanced Marine Arm (CBA)

The Counter-Balanced Marine Loading Arm (CBA) is manually

operated, and fully balanced by utilizing counterweights on both the
inboard and the outboard arms. It is an extremely versatile loading
arm, and very easy to maneuver. It is best suited for loading/unloading
barges and small ships.
Standard Features:
Sizes range from 6 inch to 10 inch diameter

Available materials include carbon steel,

low-temp carbon steel, stainless steel, and
other alloys
Optional Features:
Replaceable stainless steel raceways for Manual quick
higher load capacity and longer service life connect/disconnect couplers

Corrosion resistant stainless steel inlaid Stray electrical current

packing faces for improved service life on protection
all sealing surfaces
Piggyback Vapor return lines
Removable elbows at the riser/trunnion
and apex swivel joints for easy seal Access Ladders and work
replacement and inspection Platforms

Drain connections at the

riser, apex and Style 9

Remote lubrication of the riser,

trunnion, and apex swivel joints
using Electro-Lubricators
 CEMA IV Marine Loading Arms

The Rotary Counterweighted (CEMA IV) Marine Loading Arm is

engineered to fulfill industry’s demands for a dependable and easily
operated marine arm system. The CEMA IV is fully balanced in all
positions, and can be manually or hydraulically operated. It is best
suited for loading/unloading small to large ships and barges.

Standard Features: Optional Features:

Sizes range from 6 inch to 16 inch diameter Complete electro-hydraulic
positive control system
Available materials include carbon steel,
low-temp carbon steel, stainless steel, and Manual or hydraulic powered
other alloys quick connect/disconnect
couplers
Replaceable stainless steel raceways for
higher load capacity and longer service life Style 9 Bi-Pod Support Jack

Corrosion resistant stainless steel inlaid Single Stage Overtravel Alarm

packing faces for improved service life on System
all sealing surfaces
Vessel deck or dock side
Removable elbows at the riser/trunnion and Pendant Control System
apex swivel joints for easy seal
replacement and inspection Stray electrical current
protection
Drain connections at the
riser, apex and Style 9 Piggyback Vapor Return Lines

Remote lubrication of the riser, Access Ladders and work

trunnion, and apex swivel joints Platforms
using Electro-Lubricators
Emergency Release System
 Marine Arm Swivel Joints
The heart of the Syltone Marine Inc’s. marine arms are the swivel joints.
The Syltone Marine Inc’s., marine arm swivel joints have earned a
reputation for capability and performance worldwide. Extremely reliable
and low maintenance, they feature:

• Replaceable stainless steel ball races which ensures longer service life.
• Stainless steel inlaid seal faces which prevent seal face pitting and corrosion.
• Split-flanged design to allow for easy seal maintenance and replacement.
• A special weather seal to provide pressure relief from over lubrication and protect bearings
from dust, dirt, and other contaminants.
• A series of grease fittings which permits thorough lubrication of the entire raceway
circumference, helping to decrease maintenance intervals and reduce downtime.

Riser/Trunnion
Self Leveling
Carriage Assembly
Style 9
 Marine Arm Nomenclature

Marine Arm Design Travel Limits

Traverse
(+/- 45°)

OB Tuck Back
(30° Max.)

IB Tilt Back
(45° Max.)

IB/OB Included Angle

(150° Max.)
 Marine Arm Accessories

Electro-hydraulic Control System with Positive Control

The control system is electro-hydraulic with power supplied by an explosion-resistant, electric hydraulic
pump power train. The arm can be controlled from a central control console, or from controls mounted
on the riser tower. Indicator lights on the central control console monitor system operation and warning
functions, with arm movement controlled through a selector switch. Hydraulic motors, driving through
speed reducers, actuate the inboard and outboard arms. Traverse motion is by hydraulically powered
action. By operating the three directional control valves, the arm can be made to extend, retract, or
traverse. The operator maintains positive control at all times as the arm is maneuvered into position. The
valves which control the arm are throttling valves which enable smooth and positive operation. Once
hookup is accomplished, the hydraulic control is switched to neutral and the arm can easily follow the
movements of the vessel.

Pendant Control
The Pendant Controller provides vessel deck or dockside control for all operational functions of the
loading arm. It is compact and convenient, utilizing a small, lightweight helical cable that may be
plugged in to the central control console.

Manual Couplers
Manual couplers may be installed on the outboard end of the marine arms. Rapid vessel manifold flange
connections are possible by eliminating the studs, nuts, and gaskets normally required for hookup.
These couplers meet U.S. Coast Guard requirements for marine vessels and shore side installations
with ANSI 150# and 300# flanges. They are available in 6” to 16” sizes.

Hydraulic Quick Disconnect Couplers (QDC)

The hydraulic Quick Disconnect Couplers are designed to connect marine loading arms to a ship’s
manifold without the use of bolts , nuts, and gaskets. The coupler is activated by hydraulic motors
driving clamping jaws that are similar to “C” clamps.

Style 9 Bi-Pod Support Jack

Most 12” and larger marine arms require a Bi-Pod Support Jack to partially support the weight of the
product being transferred and help distribute the weight away from the vessel’s manifold. The Bi-Pod
Support Jack is located on the lower elbow of the Style 9 triple swivel assembly.

Single Stage Overtravel Alarm System

The Overtravel Alarm System is designed to warn personnel by activating an audio and visual alarm
when a loading arm is about to exceed the designed reach range envelope and enter into an unsafe
operating condition.

Piggyback Vapor return lines

Certain toxic or hazardous products require a vapor recovery system, or a separate piping system
designed to prevent toxins from being released into the atmosphere.The product is carried through the
larger product arm with the smaller arm, or vapor line, attached “piggyback” style. This economical
design saves dock space, eliminates the need for a separate vapor and product marine arm, and
reduces the time required for hookup and disconnect.

Access Ladders and work Platforms

Access ladders complying with OSHA standards are available on the riser tower and inboard arm
providing access to the riser, trunnion and apex swivel joints for inspection and maintenance
Mailing Address: P.O. Box 691247, Houston, Texas 77269-1247
Street Address: 9111 Jackrabbit Road, Houston, Texas 77095
Tel: 281-856-1300
Fax: 281-856-1325
email: sales@syltone.com
Web: www.syltone.com