SOLAS Certified Marine Pilot Ladder

Product Overview

Brief Introduction

SSME’s Pilot Ladder (SOLAS Ladder) is a specialized safety ladder designed for pilots to board and disembark seagoing vessels. Compliant with SOLAS 1974 (Reg.V/23, X/3), IMO MSC/Circ.1428, and ISO 799-1:2019, it ensures the safety of pilots—critical personnel for ship navigation—during port entry/exit operations.

Key Selling Points

• Meets international SOLAS standards and holds CCS/EC(MED) certifications for global marine use.

• High-quality materials (hard beech, rubber sheets, white-coconut rope) for durability and anti-slip performance.

• Optimized design (step spacing 330±20mm, side rope breaking strength ≥11000N) for safe climbing.

Core Product Features

• Anti-Slip & Wear-Resistant Pedals: Bottom four pedals use steel-lined rubber (Shore hardness 70-80, breaking strength >1078Mpa) to prevent slipping in wet conditions.

• Strong Side Ropes: 22mm-diameter white-coconut rope with breaking strength ≥11000N, resistant to seawater corrosion and UV damage.

• Customizable Length: Available in 5M-12M to adapt to different vessel heights (e.g., 5M for yachts, 12M for large container ships).

Scenario-Based Solutions

Ocean-Going Container Ships & LNG Carriers

For large vessels like container ships or LNG bulk carriers (with high freeboards), the 10-12M ladder allows pilots to safely board from pilot boats, even in moderate sea swells. The steel-lined rubber pedals ensure stability in rough conditions.

Passenger Ships & Yachts

For smaller vessels (passenger ships, yachts), the 5-8M ladder is compact and easy to store. Its lightweight design (compared to metal ladders) reduces storage space and handling effort.

Offshore Platforms

For pilots working on offshore oil/gas platforms, the ladder’s corrosion-resistant materials withstand harsh marine environments (saltwater, high humidity), ensuring long-term reliability.

Comprehensive Product Details

Structural & Material Specifications

• Pedals:

◦ Standard pedal size: 52511528mm (hard beech core with rubber coating).

◦ Longest stop button pedal: 180011528mm (for stable standing during boarding).

• Side Ropes: 22mm diameter white-coconut rope, tied smoothly at upper/lower ends; breaking strength ≥11000N.

• Holding Magnets: Optional pilot ladder holding magnets to secure the ladder to the ship’s hull, preventing swaying.

Safety Testing

• Load Testing: Each ladder undergoes load testing (simulating 150kg human weight) to ensure no deformation or breakage.

• Corrosion Testing: Ropes and metal parts pass salt spray tests (48 hours) to confirm resistance to seawater corrosion.