Deck support units are sliding supports that are often deployed on the topside and barge’s legs. DSU consists of a rubber element on top of which is a sliding material with a low coefficient of friction. A secure and firm connection will be formed when the topside leg rests on the DSU and compresses the rubber element to a preset limit. During the transit of the topside, this connection will prevent any lateral movement. The DSU will assist in load transfer in the topside leg during the float-over operation as the topside transfers the loads to the LMU. The DSU’s top has a sliding surface that will aid in the barge’s easy sliding movement when the load transfer is complete.
Deck Support Unit
