LORI Brush Skimmer HK 3-3.5
| Manufacturer | LORI | Model | LORI HK3-3.5 Brush Pack/Skimmer for Skimming Barge (see 249 Response Barges) |
| Service Type | Chain Brush | Operating Environment | Protected Waters |
| Application | Advancing Skimmer | Skimming Speed | 2-3 Knots |
| Nameplate Recovery Capacity (bbls/hr) | 773 bbl/hr | Water Recovery | Max. 10% |
| Effective Daily Recovery Capacity (bbls/day) | 3,715 bbl/day | Sweep Width (ft.) | Varies (increases as addition boom is added to skimming system |
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Wave Height (ft.) (*Dependant on vessel capabilities) |
6.5 ft. | Length (ft.) | 11.5 ft. |
| Width (in.) | 28.5 in. | Height (ft.) | 1.5 ft. |
| Maximum Draft | 2.5 ft. | Transit Speed | Vessel Speed |
| Debris Handling | Auto/Not affected | Pump Type |
Gravity discharge |
| Best in Oil Types | All types and ages, also debris and tar balls. | Operators Required | 1 |
| Aux Equipment | Hydraulic Power unit and the skimming ORB are necessary for to unit to operate. | ||
Function
The LORI Oil Recovery System (LORS) consists of the unique stiff-brush pack with deflection booms and the patented recovery channel system. The LORI utilizes oil deflection booms to gather floating oil and debris from the water surface on both sides of the vessel. The forward motion of the vessel creates a difference in pressure between the intake and outflow ports which provides an efficient flow through the recovery channel. Oil and debris are separated and removed from the flow. The brush-speed is adjusted according to the operating conditions. The channel that the LORI brush skimmer operates from creates a natural feeding and recirculation which enhances the effectiveness of the recovery process and allows faster skimming. The LORI bristles recover only oil and debris which eliminates the need to store contaminated water for maximum use of onboard storage capacity. When the system isn't in use it is stowed inside the hull to not disturb other activities of the vessel. The system is deployed in only a few minutes.
Current Location and Quantity of LORI Brush Skimmers
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Zone 1 Ketchikan |
Zone 6 Gustavus |
Zone 7 Juneau |
Zone 8 Haines |
Zone 9 Yakutat |
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1 ORB 2 |
1 ORB 1 |
1 ORB 9 |
1 ORB 7 |
1 ORB 3 (Stored in Juneau Oct 1 - Apr 15) |