VisuDREDG plough position monitoring
Real-time plough measurement for dredging, survey and offshore projects
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Reliable plough position monitoring for dredging, survey and offshore projects
VisuDREDGE plough position monitoring from MSA-Service is developed for projects where reliable, flexible and accurate plough measurement is essential. The system provides real-time insight into the position, depth and optional movement and inclination of subsea ploughs during dredging, survey and offshore operations.
The solution is available as a portable system for temporary or mobile projects and as a fixed installation for permanent onboard integration.
Plough depth is primarily determined through wire length measurement of the deployed cable. Depending on the onboard situation, the measurement can be performed in several ways:
- gear ring measurement on a winch, diabolo or sheave;
- measuring wheel systems on the winch;
- interface with existing encoders;
- external measuring wire for increased accuracy(optional);
- taut wire measurement combined with umbilical systems(optional);
- plough list and trim measurement(optional).
Measurement data can be displayed locally on screens and easily integrated with existing survey, dredging and client systems.
Why choose VisuDREDGE plough position monitoring
Real-time insight into plough position and plough depth
Compatible with QINSy, PDS, HYPACK and client systems
Designed for maritime and offshore environments
Expandable with inclination, tension and taut wire measurements
Benefits
VISUdredge plough position monitoring is developed for situations where reliable measurement data is essential. Whether for temporary project setups, mobile installations or permanent onboard solutions, the system is tailored to real-world project requirements.
The portable version offers maximum flexibility. The system is delivered in a robust portable enclosure, such as a Pelicase, including plug-and-play connections, displays and measurement electronics. This makes the solution easy to transport, quick to connect and suitable for repeated use across multiple vessels and projects.
For long-term or permanent applications, the system can be fully integrated into existing onboard installations, including:
- permanent cabling;
- displays;
- sensors;
- interfaces;
- survey software;
- client-specific systems.
For increased accuracy, VisuDREDGE plough position monitoring can be expanded with:
- side and offlead measurements;
- list and trim measurements;
- tension measurements;
- acceleration measurements;
- taut wire measurements.
This creates a complete solution for real-time offshore monitoring and subsea plough control.
Key functions
With VisuDREDGE plough position monitoring, you can monitor, record and integrate your subsea plough operations in real time.
- Plough position and displacement measurement
- Real-time plough depth measurement
- Winch and cable length measurement
- Payout monitoring
- Gear ring measurement on winch, diabolo or sheave
- Measuring wheel systems
- Interface with existing encoders
- Interface with client-specific measurement signals
- Local display readout
- Single or dual measurement setup
- Portable system or fixed installation
- Two-axis inclination measurement
- Umbilical monitoring
- Supply of umbilical and umbilical winch systems
- Tension measurement
- Logging and track registration
- Daily reporting
- Ethernet and serial communication
- Integration with survey software such as QINSy, PDS and HYPACK
VISUdredge plough position monitoring feels at home onboard
The system is suitable for a wide range of dredging, survey and offshore applications, including:
- workboats;
- mobile project setups;
- temporary dredging projects;
- permanent offshore installations.
In this article the main focus is on dredge related plough measurements.
As MSA-Service we can also deliver offshore related plough measurements for trenching/cable lay or other offshore related projects.
The portable version is ideal for projects where speed and flexibility are important. The fixed installation is designed for vessels where real-time plough monitoring must be permanently available.
For more advanced applications, the system can be expanded with additional measurement functions such as inclination monitoring, tension measurement and taut wire monitoring.
Operator-focused design
VisuDREDGE plough position monitoring is designed with the operator in mind. Measurement values are clearly displayed on screens, giving operators and survey teams direct insight into the real-time subsea situation.
The clear visualisation and straightforward operation allow deviations to be identified more quickly and enable faster response during critical offshore operations.
In more advanced configurations, real-time plough inclination can also be displayed, providing increased control over the actual plough position and orientation during operations.
All results available for reporting and analysis
In addition to real-time visualisation, VisuDREDGE plough position monitoring can be expanded with:
- logging;
- track registration;
- daily reporting;
- data analysis.
- additional measurements
This allows measurement data to be used for:
- quality control;
- project administration;
- client reporting;
- offshore operational analysis.
Available project data may include:
- plough depth;
- plough position;
- tension force;
- environmental information;
- operational project data.
This makes VisuDREDGE not only a monitoring system, but also a valuable source of operational project information.
Survey every detail and optimise your process
VisuDREDGE plough position monitoring can be integrated with survey software such as QINSy, PDS and HYPACK. This enables real-time measurement data to be used directly within survey and dredging operations.
In addition to position and displacement information, the system can be expanded with:
- two-axis inclination measurement;
- taut wire monitoring;
- GPS and RTK integration;
- motion sensors.
- client specific instrumentation;
This creates a more complete overview of the real-time subsea situation and supports more accurate monitoring, control and registration of offshore operations.
Interfaces with client-specific systems are also available.
Compatible with your existing hardware
VisuDREDGE plough position monitoring is highly compatible and can be integrated with existing:
- encoders;
- sensors;
- displays;
- PLC systems;
- offshore monitoring systems.
Measurement can be performed through:
- gear ring measurement;
- measuring wheel systems;
- encoder interfaces;
- external measuring wires;
- taut wire systems.
The system supports multiple communication protocols, including:
- 4–20 mA;
- serial communication;
- UDP ASCII;
- TCP/IP ASCII;
- OPC UA.
Additional protocols are available on request.
Total solution: complete support from A to Z
MSA-Service delivers complete solutions for real-time plough monitoring and offshore visualisation. We provide engineering, configuration, delivery, installation, commissioning and support.
The portable version consists of a robust portable enclosure with measurement electronics, displays and plug-and-play connections. For fixed installations, we deliver project-specific configurations fully adapted to existing onboard systems.
Additional systems and options can include:
- umbilical systems;
- umbilical winches;
- tension measurements;
- GPS and RTK integration;
- additional sensors;
- logging and reporting solutions.
MSA-Service because
Are you looking for a powerful, scalable and user-friendly system for real-time plough position monitoring? VisuDREDGE provides reliable visualisation, accurate plough measurement and maximum control for your dredging, survey or offshore project.
Specifications VISUdredge plough position monitoring
Main functions
- Real-time plough depth measurement
- Plough position monitoring
- Local display readout
- Logging and reporting
- Two-axis inclination measurement(optional)
- Tension measurement(optional)
- Survey integration
Configurations
Portable version
Delivered in a robust portable enclosure with plug-and-play connections, displays and measurement electronics. Ideal for temporary projects and mobile applications.
Fixed installation
Fully integrated onboard including permanent cabling, sensors, displays and interfaces.
Measurement methods
- Gear ring measurement on winch, diabolo or sheave
- Measuring wheel systems
- Interface with existing encoders
- Interface with client-specific signals
- Inclination measurement via umbilical
- Taut wire monitoring
- Tension measurement
Communication
- 4–20 mA
- Serial
- UDP ASCII
- TCP/IP ASCII
- OPC UA
- Additional protocols on request
Survey software compatibility
- QINSy
- PDS
- HYPACK
- Client-specific systems
Expansion modules
- GPS positioning via DGPS or RTK
- Motion sensor interfaces
- Echo sounder interfaces
- Side and offlead measurements
- Two-axis inclination measurement
- Umbilical winch
- Taut wire monitoring
- Tension measurement
- Logging and track registration
- Daily reporting
- Additional displays
- Client-specific interfaces
Start today with VISUdredge plough position monitoring
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