Safety, reliability, and efficiency are paramount in Marine fluid transfer operations. From Terminals to Tankers, you need hose coupling solutions that protect your people, the environment your assets, without compromising on performance.
The Marine industry is a long established industry critical to the global transport of Hydrocarbon. With a changing energy landscape and climate. Emergency Release Couplings play a key role in achieving this safely.
Both Emergency Release Couplings (ERC) and Quick Connect Disconnects Couplings (QCDC) allow hose connections to be disconnected before an incident takes full effect.
Secc design philosophy sets a new standard in performance and Spill.
Secc is a leading designer and manufacturer of advanced breakaway couplings for the global energy sector. Our intelligent, field-proven solutions are engineered to help you minimise vessel turnaround times while maximising operational safety.
Our Couplings offer zero compromise to fluid transfer operations offering Zero Spill – Zero Leak – Full Bore – Pressure Balanced and provide the quickest resetting time in the market. With dual passive and active operating methods, with and without hydraulic control.
Quick disconnects are used in the loading/offloading of chemicals downstream for transport, sampling and other uses in the marine sector.
Secc’s technology provides robust and reliable solutions for a diverse range of marine fluid transfer applications. We work closely with you to deliver best-fit technology for your specific operational needs.
Enhance the safety and efficiency of transferring crude oil, liquefied gas, and other bulk cargo between vessels at sea. Our solutions are cost effective and engineered to provide secure, zero-spill connections that you can depend on, with the simplest and quickest resetting procedure.
Seamlessly integrate our couplings into your hose reel systems to protect high-value assets, personnel, and the environment. Our HF-ERC saves space, reduces hoses interference and is compatible with various media thanks to its full bore. With the simple resetting mechanism it allows reconnection by winching the Probe back onto the receptacle without lengthy dismantling procedures.
Provide robust protection for vertical transfer systems, such as goosenecks, with couplings designed for efficient and straightforward integration. Easy connect/reconnect mechanism through simple winching, with full bore capacity offers unique operation efficiency and safety.
You can ensure the safe and rapid transfer of cryogenic media, including LNG, Ammonia, and Hydrogen, during critical bunkering operations. Our couplings offer zero spill when it matters most, and are designed to perform reliably in demanding low-temperature applications, supporting the global energy transition.
Thanks to the HF-ERCs 90 degree geometry, integration into marine loading arms is seamless. The HF-ERC offers passive and active disconnects with full bore and zero spill, unlike any other marine loading arm coupling. Providing a reliable, emergency release system for jetty and tanker berth loading arms.
Secc offers a range of cost effective marine couplings that support vessel to vessel transfer. Unlike STS these couplings can be installed midway along the hoses string acting as a passive breakaway coupling for low and medium pressure fluid transfer between support vessels.
The HIGHFLOW Emergency Release Coupling (HF-ERC) is Secc’s primary solution for demanding marine applications. It is a high-flow, full-bore coupling that delivers zero spill and zero leak performance upon disconnection, giving you complete operational assurance.
The HF-ERC’s 90° geometry allows for efficient and straightforward integration into new or existing pipework. It is designed for versatile installation in horizontal manifolds, goosenecks, and reel connections, providing a flexible solution for any setup.
Crucially, the HF-ERC is a true Quick Connect Disconnect Coupling (QCDC). It can be quickly and easily reset after an activation without being removed from the hose or fixed connection point, saving valuable time and resources.
Example: 4″ HF-ERC for Marine Bow loading System (BLS)
Choosing Secc gives you access to field-proven technology that delivers tangible benefits for your safety protocols and operational performance.
Our full-bore design features no valve trim or obstructions in the flow path. This unique design provides limitless flow capability with minimal pressure drop, helping you reduce transfer times and minimise operational risk.
Secc’s ERCs are engineered for zero spill and zero leak operation. The internal design minimises the cavity volume between the valve closures, and vent options can reduce potential spills to zero. Secc is setting the standard for zero spill, with no other large bore coupling capable of true zero spill.
Our patented pressure-balanced design removes the separation forces created by internal hydrostatic pressure. This eliminates dangerous thrust during an emergency activation and allows the coupling to disconnect safely under full pressure and flow, protecting your people and assets from harm.
Unlike competitor couplings that can take hours or even days to reset, the HF-ERC can be reset in minutes offshore without special tooling. This significantly reduces your operational downtime and allows you to resume transfers as quickly as possible.
The HF-ERC provides passive, “plug-and-play” protection that activates automatically from hose tension in a drift-off event. This simple, robust system can also be fitted with an active hydraulic override, giving you complete operational flexibility and removing single points of failure.
Our experienced team is ready to help you find the most effective solution for your specific challenges.
Contact our expert team today to discuss your marine application and discover how our solutions can enhance your operational safety and efficiency.
