Self-Propelled Crane Barge
AMERICA North (USA-Canada-Mexico)
Builder: Evans Deakin Industries LTD
Classification: ISTHMUS IBS – N° CLS323
L.O.A.: 46.50 m
Breadth: 20.22 m
Cargo Deck Area: 350 m²
Capacity: 500 m.t.
Crane: Fully revolving, 250 Mt
Last dry docking: 2016
Crane and ropes replaced: 2024
Partial topside sandblasting and painting completed: 2025
Hull cleaning, sandblasting, and painting (if needed at reclassification)
Mooring chains inspection and restoration as necessary
Engine components inspection for looseness and maintenance
Propulsion system inspection and maintenance
Seacocks and exhaust valves inspection and maintenance
Anodes replacement
Voith blade seals replacement and inspection/maintenance
Additional work as required by naval registry inspector
Three MAN engines installed (2009)
Engines operate in parallel for crane and mooring winches
All three required for Voith propulsion start-up and long navigation
Two-engine operation possible for short movements within work area
Generator No. 1 usage: 861 hours
Generator No. 2 usage: 780 hours
Generator No. 3 usage: 722 hours