In offshore operations, the transfer of heavy equipment from vessels to drilling platforms involves high risks due to extreme weather and dynamic sea movements. DNV 2.7-1 and EN 12079-1 certifications are not just supplementary documents, but global safety standards that ensure every container unit or equipment frame can withstand dynamic loads during lifting operations at sea.
In accordance with The Complete Guide to Offshore Drilling Fluid and Equipment Management in Indonesia, compliance with international standards is a crucial step to mitigate the risk of structural failure, which can have fatal consequences for occupational safety and the environment.
Key Differences and Structural Integrity Test Parameters
DNV 2.7-1 certification provides very strict specifications for frame design and fabrication. Based on the latest filtration equipment technical data, there are several key parameters that must be met:
Proof Load Testing: Units must pass significant load tests. For example, a Filter Press unit with a Tare Weight of 7,300 Kg must pass a Proof Load test of up to 18,250 Kg.
Design Code Frame: The frame must be designed in accordance with EN 12079-1 or DNV 2.7-1 codes to ensure material resistance to seawater corrosion and impact.
Sling Angle & Number: Each unit is equipped with a certified sling number and lifting angle to maintain balance during the lifting process, as stated on unit serial number 75914219.
Importance of Periodic Inspection and NDT (Non-Destructive Test)
Having certification at the initial fabrication stage is not enough. Offshore industrial equipment must undergo routine inspections to ensure functional suitability. In the 2026 equipment catalog, the latest inspection standards include:
Visual Inspection: A thorough examination for corrosion, cracks, or deformation on the frame.
NDT (Non-Destructive Test): Non-destructive testing (such as Magnetic Particle Inspection) to detect micro-cracks at critical lifting points.
Recent Inspection Date: All major assets such as Twin Pod and Slurry Tank have completed their latest inspections with validity from 05/02/2025 to 05/02/2026.
Compliance with this inspection schedule significantly impacts your [Heavy Equipment TCO Analysis], as it prevents sudden damage that can trigger unexpected operational costs.
Implementation on Filtration Units and Tanks
This DNV standard is comprehensively applied to various drilling support units, including:
Twin Pod: Dual filtration unit with an operational weight (MGW) reaching 1,400 Kg to 1,600 Kg.
Slurry Tank: Features a DNV 2.7-1 2013 edition frame specifically designed for the mobility of liquid fluids on supply vessels.

