Successful SeaBotix Training

Staff from UVS workshops in Newcastle and Perth have completed training in all aspects of support for Teledyne SeaBotix Remotely Operated Vehicles (ROVs) at Newcastle, NSW. The training was conducted by Cyril Poissonnet, Strategic Product Development Manager, SeaBotix Teledyne Marine, who traveled to Australia especially for the event.

Newcastle Workshop Manager, Grant Maddison and Perth Workshop Manager, Dave Gull participated in the course establishing the capability for UVS to service SeaBotix users on both east and west coasts.

Grant Maddison said that the vLBV Test Bench was a key tool that would enable rapid fault-finding and repair of vLBV vehicles. “The vLBV Test Bench enables complete end-to-end testing of the vLBV system”, said Grant, “We can quickly identify faulty components and provide fast turnaround on system repairs”.

Dave Gull said that the workshop training had built on his existing knowledge of SeaBotix operations. “SeaBotix systems are versatile and reliable in the field”, said Dave, “But as many customers operate the in harsh conditions and some damage is inevitable”. “Our workshop capability in Perth will enable us to service west coast customers with local support if damage occurs”, said Dave.

Cyril Poissonnet (right) and UVS staff commence training with classroom theory lessons. Ben Piek (left) from SeaBotix operator, Geo Oceans, also joined the training in Newcastle

The innovative Little Benthic Crawler (LBC) in ROV mode in the Test Tank at the UVS Newcastle facility. The LBC system is configured by adding a crawler skid to the Little Benthic Vehicle (LBV)

The LBC in Crawler mode on the side of the Test Tank at the UVS Newcastle facility. With the Vortex function of the LBC activated a negative pressure is created holding the LBC to the inspection surface. The ROV thrusters are not required and the LBC manoeuvres using the crawler wheels. The LBC provides an easy to use system for inspection of ship hulls or other underwater surfaces.