Vikoma Komara 12K Mk2 Skimmer
| Manufacturer | Vikoma | Model | Komara 12K Mk2 |
| Service Type | Disc | Operating Environment | Protected Waters |
| Application | Stationary | Skimming Speed | <.5 Knots |
| Nameplate Recovery Capacity (bbls/hr) | 113 bbl/hr | Length (ft.) | 5 ft. diameter |
| Width(in.) | N/A | Height (ft.) | 1.5 ft. |
| Weight (lb.) | 123 lbs. | Maximum Draft | 0.8 ft. |
| Transit Speed | N/A | Sweep Width (ft.) | Varies with the amount of containment boom for collection |
| On Board Storage (bbls) | N/A | Debris Handling | Auto Screening |
| Pump Type |
Seperate pump built onto hydraulic power unit. Double Diaphragm pump, self priming |
Best in Oil Types | diesel fuel, crude oil |
| Aux Equipment | Diesel powered hydraulic unit with double diaphragm pump | Operators Required | 1 |
| Limitations of Skimmer | Capable of working in seas of less than 3 ft. | Head Type | free floating |
Function
The Komara 12K skimmer relies on adhesion of oil to the surface of a rotating discs. As the discs rotates through the oil/water surface, the oil adheres to the disc and is removed by scrapers. The product is collected in a sump and pumped away by a double diaphragm pump in the hydraulic unit.
The Komara 12K skimmer can be used in a protected water environment where advancing water is no greater than .5 knots.
Current Location and Quantity of Komara 12K skimmer
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Zone 7 Juneau |
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1 Connex #72 |
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