Diverless Bending Stiffener Connector
For applications where the bending stiffener is prefitted to the riser prior to deployment and reeled off the laybridge before being pulled into the I-tube, we have developed the Diverless Bending Stiffener Connector System (DBSC).
The DBSC assembly normally consists of the following features:
- Female Interface - the main interface for the connection of the bending stiffener connector
- Self activating and diverless
- Bending Stiffener
- ROV Removable Clamp - required during installation of the DBSC then removed
- Fixed clamp/back-up clamp - required during installation of the DBSC, remaining in place during normal service life then used to facilitate the removal of the DBSC should it be required
Our DBSC is secured within the bore of the female interface via a fatigue resistant locking arrangement.
The process is quick and reliable with minimal ROV assistance required during installation.