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Underwater Light
J. K. Subsea Engineering Pvt. Ltd. is an underwater light manufacturer and supplier for the diving, subsea and hyperbaric industry. Our Underwater Light, Model No. JK-UWL-300, is a compact LED light that gives a 100° wide flood of 3000 K warm white light from only 1.5 W on a 12 VDC supply. The aluminium housing, tempered glass window and dual Viton O-rings are designed for use down to 300 metres of seawater. The LED is rated for 30,000 hours, so you get a long working life from a very small power load.
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Optimized Launch and Recovery System
J. K. Subsea Engineering Pvt. Ltd. manufactures the Optimized Launch and Recovery System, Model No. JK-LARS-SB-ALPHA-OPT, a single basket diver launch and recovery system built for commercial diving operators running shallower water projects where full class certification is not required. This optimized LARS carries the same twin winch, rated A-frame, and self-contained hydraulic power unit architecture used across our class approved range, paired with a mild steel two diver basket and a 50 metre depth rating. Designed in line with IMCA D018 and D023 guidelines, it gives diving contractors a properly engineered, tested launch and recovery system at a lower cost and shorter lead time than a fully classed unit, and it folds down to fit a standard 20 ft shipping container for easy mobilisation.
What is the Optimized Launch and Recovery System?
The Optimized Launch and Recovery System is a streamlined version of our single basket LARS, designed for diving contractors who need a reliable, IMCA guideline compliant diver launch and recovery system without the cost and lead time of full class approval. It uses the same twin winch, A-frame, and hydraulic power unit architecture as our class approved LARS, but with a mild steel basket and a reduced 50 metre depth rating, making it a practical choice for shallower water commercial diving projects where class certification is not a contractual requirement. The result is a LARS system that keeps the operational reliability divers depend on, at a price point that fits smaller projects and tighter budgets.
Key Features of the Optimized Launch and Recovery System
Our optimized single basket LARS, also used as a budget diver launch and recovery system, is engineered to handle two diver deployment and recovery reliably for shallower water commercial diving work.
- IMCA Guideline Compliant Design: Designed in line with IMCA D018 and D023 guidelines for diving plant and surface oriented diving systems.
- Integrated Emergency Breathing Air Storage: Holds 2 x 50 litre x 200 bar breathing air cylinders as bailout supply, with an integrated storage cage for diving tools and accessories.
- Twin Independent Hydraulic Winches: One winch for the basket and one for the guide wire, each on its own hydraulic power pack for full redundancy if one system fails.
- Dedicated Guide Weight Winch: Double reeved through the guide weight to the A-frame, rated for 1 ton SWL and tested to 1.5 tons.
- 350 kg Clump Weight for Stability: Reduces the effect of underwater currents on the diver’s umbilical, improving control and operational safety.
- Weatherproof Electrical Control: Star and Delta starters in rubber-lined, weatherproof steel control boxes, finished with double coat marine epoxy paint.
- Mild Steel Diving Basket: Two diver capacity basket built from marine grade mild steel, offering a durable, cost-effective alternative to stainless steel construction.
- Rated A-Frame with Skid: Primary A-frame rated for 1.5 tons, with a hydraulically operated extending ram and dual lock valves for safe, controlled positioning.
- Man Riding Main Winch: Set hydraulically for close to 1 ton and tested to 1.2 tons as per IMCA, running at 18 m per minute with a 150 metre, 13 mm diameter wire.
- Self-Contained Hydraulic Power Unit: 20 HP electric motor driving a twin motor positive displacement pump, with high oil temperature display and emergency stop as standard safety features.
- Container-Ready, 20 ft Footprint: Folds down to fit a standard 20 ft shipping container in resting position, cutting mobilisation and shipping costs.
Applications of the Optimized Launch and Recovery System
Our optimized launch and recovery system supports commercial diving operations in shallower water where full class certification is not required.
Shallow Water Diving Support: Handles diver deployment and recovery to 50 metres, suited to inshore and nearshore commercial diving work.
Diving Support Vessel Operations: A compact, deck-mountable LARS that fits DSVs and barges without consuming excessive deck space.
Harbour and Port Diving Projects: Supports diving operations for port maintenance, jetty inspection, and harbour construction work.
Budget-Conscious Diving Contractors: Gives smaller diving operations access to a properly engineered LARS without the cost of class certification.
Remote and Mobile Diving Projects: Container-ready transport makes this system practical for projects requiring frequent relocation.
Backup or Secondary LARS Unit: A cost-effective second system for fleets that already operate a class approved LARS on their primary vessel.
Technical Specifications of the JK-LARS-SB-ALPHA-OPT
Technical Specifications
| Specification | Detail |
|---|---|
| Model No. | JK-LARS-SB-ALPHA-OPT |
| A-Frame Rating | 1.5 Tons |
| Rated Load of Main Winch | Approx. 1 Ton, tested to 1.2 Tons as per IMCA |
| Operating Speed (Main Winch) | 18 m/min |
| Guide Weight Winch Rated Load | 1 Ton SWL, tested to 1.5 Tons |
| Reeving | Double reeved through guide weight to A-frame |
| Hydraulic Power Unit | Open frame, self-contained, electric |
| Pump | Positive displacement, twin motor |
| Motor | 20 HP, 415V, 30 Amp, 1745 RPM |
| Working Pressure | 200 Bar |
| No. of Cylinders | 2 Nos |
| Water Capacity | 50 litres each |
For full details, download the complete technical data sheet.
Standards Followed for the Optimized Launch and Recovery System
Our optimized launch and recovery system is designed in line with IMCA D018 for the examination, testing, and certification of diving plant and systems, and IMCA D023 for surface oriented diving system design. The breathing air cylinders are PESO approved, manufactured in accordance with Gas Cylinder Rule 2046 of the Government of India. Every winch and lifting component is rated and tested well beyond its working load, keeping the same safety margins used across our class approved LARS range, without third-party class certification.
IMCA D018
Certified
IMCA D037
Certified
Why Choose J. K. Subsea Engineering for Your Optimized Launch and Recovery System
J. K. Subsea Engineering Pvt. Ltd. is a trusted launch and recovery system manufacturer, building IMCA guideline compliant diving handling equipment for commercial diving operators worldwide.
Practical, Cost-Effective Design: Full LARS functionality without the added cost of class certification, suited to shallower water projects.
Full Winch Redundancy: Independent hydraulic power packs for the main and guide winches mean one system can back up the other.
Durable Mild Steel Construction: Built for long service life in commercial diving environments.
Container-Ready Footprint: Folds down to fit a standard 20 ft shipping container, cutting shipping and mobilisation costs.
Tested Beyond Working Load: Winches and A-frame rated and tested above their stated safe working loads for a documented safety margin.
Strong After-Sales Support: Ongoing technical support for offshore and subsea clients worldwide.
Wide Product Range: We also manufacture and supply CCS class approved LARS, containerized decompression chambers, diving machinery containers, hyperbaric lights and cameras, diver air panels, and diving fittings and valves, supplied worldwide.
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