Shipbuilding

Shipbuilding/Navy

WITT fans for shipbuilding are designed to achieve an optimum efficiency. At the same time these meet the challenging demands at sea and are characterized by extremely high reliability, long life, low noise and low vibration levels as well as very compact design.

Some industry sectors:

  • cargo and container ships
  • passenger vessels
  • river cruise ships
  • ferries
  • navy vessels including submarines
  • yachts

References: More than 19,000 ships worldwide plus more than 900 navy vessels

 

Individual products in the shipbuilding industry

  • axial fans
  • centrifugal fans
  • damper / fire damper
  • cowl heads
  • cabin fans

Frequently Asked Questions about Shipbuilding & Navy

Which fans are used on ships?

Ships use axial and centrifugal fans for engine rooms, ventilation systems, and technical and safety-critical areas.

 

What requirements apply to fans in shipbuilding?

Fans must withstand moisture, vibration and corrosive environments while operating reliably in continuous duty.

 

What solutions does Witt & Sohn offer for navy vessels?

For navy vessels, Witt & Sohn develops special fans that, depending on the project, are shock- and vibration-resistant, non-magnetic or structure-borne-noise-reduced. Unusual space constraints can also be accommodated.

 

Which certifications are relevant for maritime applications?

Depending on the project, national and international classification and approval requirements apply and are taken into account during planning and design.

 

How are fans protected against corrosion?

Corrosion-resistant materials, hot-dip galvanising, and special coatings or tailored surface protection systems extend the service life of the equipment.

 

What experience does Witt & Sohn have in international shipbuilding?

Witt & Sohn has decades of experience in civil and naval shipbuilding. According to the company, fan solutions have been supplied for more than 19,000 ships and over 900 navy vessels.

Further Information

Learn more about our international ventilator solutions for shipbuilding or view our shipbuilding reference projects.