NSW Port Authority Vessels | Completed Project

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Brad Marsden
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Marine Air Flow engine room ventilation specialists

Marine Air Flow

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Get in touch with any questions you might have or for a quote for your own vessel.

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+61 7 3523 3523

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Baird Maritime Port Authority Fire Boat with Marine Air Flow Grilles

Project OVERVIEW

The Port Authority of New South Wales recently welcomed the Burra and Girawaa, two advanced firefighting vessels built by local company Birdon. These aluminium monohull vessels are designed to respond swiftly to major on-water incidents in Sydney Harbour and surrounding areas. Equipped with twin Scania engines and Namjet waterjets, they boast speeds exceeding 20 knots, essential for rapid response in emergencies.

Project GOALS

We wanted to create an effective ventilation and cooling system that utilized limited generator resources to allow that to remain free for critical applications. 


Additionally, MAFI provided comprehensive fresh air ventilation for all void areas on the vessel, maintaining positive ventilation to mitigate condensation and prevent corrosion. This solution enhances operational reliability and longevity in critical vessel compartments.

The CHALLENGE

Weight was a major consideration in this project, so it was essential that our system was as light as possible while still allowing for the correct amount of airflow and temperature handling for a vessel that might not be moving for an extended period of time.

The SOLUTION

Due to the extensive equipment onboard utilizing the genset for power, we employed high-volume 24V DC fans. This strategic choice minimized additional load on the genset, allowing it to allocate more power to water pumps and other critical firefighting equipment. The fans operate efficiently on the 24V battery supply, crucial for fast-response vessels like firefighting boats.


These lightweight fans were custom-tuned to draw a maximum of 35 amps each, ensuring optimal power efficiency.

Images and Drawings

The airflow plan for the NSW Fire Fighting boats designed by Marine Air Flow International
The engine room of the NSW Fire Fighting Boats, Burra & Girawaa

Below you will find some photos of the equipment we installed, the designed air flow drawing and photos of the vessels themselves.

Air intake grille for the Burra NSW Fire Boat
Rear view of an Air intake grille for the Burra NSW Fire Boat
High volume fan fitted on to an air damper for the Girawaa NSW Fire Boat
Stainless steel air damper with a protective guard for the Girawaa NSW Fire Boat

Project Details

Marine Air Flow client

Client:
NSW Port Authority

Marine Air Flow client

Vessel:
Burra and Girawaa

Marine Air Flow client

Project Overview:

Engine room ventilation for 2 new NSW Fire Fighting Boats.

Marine Air Flow engine room ventilation specialists

Marine Air Flow

CONTACT Us!

Get in touch with any questions you might have or for a quote for your own vessel.

Call Marine Air Flow

+61 7 3523 3523

office@marineairflow.com

Project Details

Marine Air Flow client

Client:
NSW Port Authority

Marine Air Flow client

Vessel:
Burra and Girawaa

Marine Air Flow client

Project Overview:

Engine room ventilation for 2 new NSW Fire Fighting Boats.

Marine Air Flow engine room ventilation specialists

Marine Air Flow

CONTACT Us!

Get in touch with any questions you might have or for a quote for your own vessel.

Call Marine Air Flow

+61 7 3523 3523

office@marineairflow.com

Project Details

Marine Air Flow client

Client:
NSW Port Authority

Marine Air Flow client

Vessel:
Burra and Girawaa

Marine Air Flow client

Project Overview:

Engine room ventilation for 2 new NSW Fire Fighting Boats.

Marine Air Flow engine room ventilation specialists

Marine Air Flow

CONTACT Us!

Get in touch with any questions you might have or for a quote for your own vessel.

Call Marine Air Flow

+61 7 3523 3523

office@marineairflow.com

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