Engineering

We combine proven pumps and flow technologies with engineering, testing, documentation, and project execution—so you can integrate reliably in demanding applications across naval defense and commercial segments.

  • Naval standards readiness (shock/vibration/noise/EMI) 
  • ILS documentation
  • System integration
  • Global service & spares support

Integrated Engineered Solutions (Defense and Beyond)

When performance, compliance, and uptime matter, it’s an advantage to have the engineering done by the same team supplying the equipment. We design and integrate complete flow systems - leveraging deep product knowledge, sourcing capability, and experienced QA and documentation interfaces to reduce project risk and accelerate delivery.

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Engineering Capabilities


Our engineering services scale from quick feasibility to full installation packages—covering system design, verification, and documentation that supports procurement, class/approval workflows, and long-term maintenance.

Grouped capability blocks

Program & Delivery

  • Project management and execution support
  • Experience with complex customer requirements and multi-stakeholder delivery
  • Structured change handling and interface management

 

Defense-ready ways of working

  • Security-aware project setup (IT handling, controlled access, documentation discipline)
  • Export control awareness and compliant collaboration setups where required

 

System & Application Engineering

  • System design & integration (skids, piping, automation interfaces)
  • Application knowledge built from field experience
  • Fluid design support (tie-ins, routing concepts, pressure/flow logic)

Mechanical & Reliability Engineering

  • Robust design approach (shock-resilience mindset)
  • Mechanical engineering, material knowledge
  • Risk methods (FMEA / design reviews)

 

Automation & Controls (where relevant)

  • Automation/controls integration and interface support
  • System logic and operational modes support

 

Documentation as a differentiator

  • Product and system documentation packages
  • ILS-ready documentation to support lifecycle planning, maintenance, and spares strategy

 

BWMS-specific competence

  • UV technology competence (for BWMS solutions)
  • Retrofit integration experience and engineering packages (linked below)
Testing & Verification Capabilities

We support verification activities that help de-risk integration and demonstrate compliance—combining internal capabilities with qualified external partners where needed.

 
  • Testing support for shock, vibration, and noise requirements (via facility/partners)
  • Test planning support and QA interface (documentation, reports, traceability)
  • Simulation/analysis support (e.g., mechanical/shock) where applicable
  • FAT/HAT support and on-site engineering assistance (as agreed per project)
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Test set-up

Installation

Service

Project Management That Reduces Integration Risk

 

From kick-off to acceptance, we manage interfaces, deliverables, and technical alignment—so stakeholders get predictable progress and transparent documentation.

 

Typical PM deliverables

  • Project plan, milestones, and interface register
  • Documentation/deliverables list aligned to customer needs
  • Risk log and design review cadence
  • Coordination of FAT/HAT activities (when required)
  • Handover package structure and lifecycle documentation plan
 


Engineered Solutions Across Critical Systems
  • Cooling Systems
    Heat exchangers, seawater/freshwater circuits, redundancy concepts, lifecycle spares planning.
  • Fuel Systems
    Transfer, circulation, conditioning support, integration with safety and monitoring needs.
  • Firefighting Systems
    Duty/standby setups, reliability, documentation for inspection/maintenance readiness.
 
  • Water & Hydrophore Systems
    Pressure boosting, domestic/service water, robust design for uptime.
  • HVAC Support Systems
    Chilled water circuits, circulation, integration assistance.
  • Ballast Water Management (BWMS)
    Retrofit surveys, 3D scanning, integration packages and documentation.
  • Other Engineered Solutions
    Skids, modular pump units, bespoke integration challenges, special environments.

BWMS Engineering (Retrofit & Integration)

We offer on-board surveys, 3D scanning, and engineering packages to integrate BWMS efficiently—identifying optimal equipment location, tie-in points, bypass logic, and installation documentation to support yard execution and approvals.

 
Industrial piping system with color-coded pipes and valves in a mechanical room.

The feasibility study is chosen if you are in the preliminary phase and it is unknown to you where you have room for a BWMS system and perhaps which size of system to choose. Request a feasibility study here

Industrial machinery with pipes and a large Filtrex unit for fluid handling.

The engineering packages are specialized for finding space for and integrating our CompactClean BWMS on your vessel. Ask about engineering package levels here

References & Customer Stories

Below are examples of how our engineering support has helped customers adapt to changing scopes and ensure reliable performance from design and 3D scan to installation, upgrades, and commissioning.

 

A Scalable Engineering Process

Our scalable engineering process guides projects from early requirements to long-term operational support. We start by clarifying needs and constraints, then define the best concept and integration approach with risk in mind. Next, we produce detailed drawings and documentation and support testing and acceptance. Finally, we stay involved through commissioning, spares, service, and lifecycle documentation to ensure lasting performance.

Ready to solve your next engineering challenge?

Contact us Today and Talk to an Engineer

Get direct access to our engineers and move from questions to solutions quickly—whether you need design support, approvals, installation guidance, upgrades, or commissioning. Talk to an engineer, request a capabilities deck, or discuss service & spares setup.

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