Ship Launching Balloons Engineered for Heavy Industry Low Maintenance Smooth Launching Control
Description
The Airbag Roller is an advanced, high-performance vessel launching solution designed for shipyards and offshore operators requiring custom engineering solutions for heavy or uniquely shaped vessels. Unlike standard launching systems, the Airbag Roller offers tailored dimensions, material specifications, and performance characteristics to meet the precise operational needs of specialized vessels, offshore modules, and heavy industrial marine structures.
Manufactured from premium natural rubber with multi-layer high-tensile fabric reinforcement, Airbag Rollers provide exceptional load-bearing capacity, elasticity, and durability. They are engineered to withstand extreme pressure from vessels exceeding several thousand tons, while ensuring smooth rolling motion and uniform load distribution. This combination of structural integrity, material resilience, and precise engineering allows for highly controlled launching and relocation operations, even in constrained dock spaces or offshore environments.
Airbag Rollers are especially valuable for applications where traditional slipways or heavy crane operations are impractical or prohibitively expensive. Their modular design allows for deployment in temporary docks, floating docks, or partially prepared surfaces, making them ideal for offshore platforms, research vessels, naval ships, or any vessel with unusual hull geometries. Beyond heavy load performance, the Airbag Roller significantly enhances operational safety, minimizes vessel and dock stress, and reduces the risk of accidents during launches.
By providing customizable solutions, Airbag Rollers allow operators to optimize spacing, diameter, length, and hardness to match specific vessel profiles and operational requirements. This flexibility ensures that each deployment is tailored for maximum safety, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness, making Airbag Rollers a strategic investment for shipyards and offshore operations seeking precision, reliability, and repeatability.
Case Study
An offshore engineering company was tasked with relocating a 12,500-ton research platform module from the fabrication yard to a temporary offshore docking location. The platform’s size, weight, and irregular hull design made traditional launching methods unfeasible, and conventional cranes could not safely handle the entire module.
The operator deployed a series of custom Airbag Rollers to support and roll the platform in conjunction with a precise launch sequence. The rollers were tailored in diameter and length to match the keel structure and load distribution of the module. During the operation, the Airbag Rollers maintained their cylindrical shape under extreme pressure and facilitated smooth, controlled movement, allowing incremental adjustments with high precision. The module was relocated without any lateral tilt, hull stress, or accidental slippage.
After completion, the rollers showed minimal wear, confirming their durability and suitability for repeated heavy-duty applications. The operation was successfully repeated for multiple modules over several months, resulting in reduced labor requirements, improved safety, and significant cost savings compared to alternative launching systems. The client highlighted the flexibility, customizability, and long-term reliability of Airbag Rollers as key advantages for future offshore operations.
Specifications
| Product Name | Airbag Roller |
| Material | 100% High Tensile Natural Rubber (NR) |
| Dimensions |
Diameter 0.2m - 4.0m, Length 3.0m - 28.0m, or As Request |
| Working Pressure | 0.05-0.25MPA |
| Technology | Overall Winding, High Pressure, Explosion-proof |
| Metal Parts | Q355 / SS304 / SS316 |
| OEM | Supported |
| MOQ | 1 |
| Repair Tools | Electric Heating Plate, Repair Materials, Glue, Free of Charge |
| Standard | ISO 17357 |
| Certificate | ABS, BV, KR, LR, GL, NK, RINA, DNV, RMRS |
| Package | Pallets, Wooden Cases |
| Service Life | 20 Years |
| Warranty | 36 Months |
| Diameter |
Working Pressure |
Working Height |
Bearing Capacity | |
| KN/m | Ton/m | |||
| D=1.0m | 0.14Mpa | 0.6m | 87.96 | 8.98 |
| 0.5m | 109.96 | 11.22 | ||
| 0.4m | 131.95 | 13.46 | ||
| D=1.2m | 0.12Mpa | 0.7m | 94.25 | 9.62 |
| 0.6m | 113.10 | 11.54 | ||
| 0.5m | 131.95 | 13.46 | ||
| 0.4m | 150.80 | 15.39 | ||
| D=1.5m | 0.10Mpa | 0.9m | 94.25 | 9.62 |
| 0.8m | 109.96 | 11.22 | ||
| 0.7m | 125.66 | 12.82 | ||
| 0.6m | 141.37 | 14.43 | ||
| 0.5m | 157.08 | 16.03 | ||
| D=1.8m | 0.09Mpa | 1.1m | 98.96 | 10.10 |
| 1.0m | 113.10 | 11.54 | ||
| 0.9m | 127.33 | 12.98 | ||
| 0.8m | 141.37 | 14.43 | ||
| 0.7m | 155.51 | 15.87 | ||
| 0.6m | 169.65 | 17.31 | ||
| D=2.0m | 0.08Mpa | 1.2m | 100.53 | 10.26 |
| 1.1m | 113.10 | 11.54 | ||
| 1.0m | 125.66 | 12.82 | ||
| 0.9m | 138.23 | 14.11 | ||
| 0.8m | 150.80 | 15.39 | ||
| 0.7m | 163.36 | 16.67 | ||
| 0.6m | 175.93 | 17.95 | ||
| * Other Size Can Be Provided Follow Client's Requirements. | ||||
Features
Customizable Design for Specialized Vessels
Airbag Rollers can be tailored in diameter, length, and hardness to suit specific vessel dimensions and hull geometries. This ensures uniform load distribution and predictable rolling behavior, even for unusual or heavy industrial vessels.
High Load-Bearing Capacity
Reinforced internal layers of high-tensile fabric allow the Airbag Roller to handle extreme loads exceeding several thousand tons. The structure maintains stability and shape under repeated compressive cycles, enabling safe, controlled movement.
Durability and Environmental Resistance
The rubber compound is resistant to abrasion, UV radiation, and seawater, allowing prolonged outdoor use in marine or offshore environments without significant wear or degradation.
Operational Efficiency and Modular Deployment
Lightweight relative to load capacity, the rollers can be easily deployed and repositioned without heavy machinery. Multiple units can be combined to match vessel size and hull geometry, optimizing safety, efficiency, and labor use.
Predictable Rolling and Stability Control
Precision-engineered cylindrical geometry provides smooth rolling, minimizes lateral deviation, and reduces vessel stress. Elastic recovery ensures stable operation across repeated cycles.
Applications
Heavy and Specialized Vessel Launching
Supports vessels with unusual hull shapes, high tonnage, or specialized equipment modules, ensuring safe and efficient launches in constrained dock spaces or offshore locations.
Offshore Platform Relocation
Facilitates controlled movement of heavy industrial modules, research platforms, and offshore installations without reliance on large cranes or permanent slipways.
Shipyard Modular Operations
Ideal for temporary docks, floating docks, or limited infrastructure facilities where flexibility and adaptability are critical for efficient vessel handling.
Why Choose Hongruntong Marine
Advanced Custom Engineering
Every Airbag Roller can be engineered to match unique vessel dimensions and operational requirements, with support for precise load calculations, spacing optimization, and deployment strategies.
High Quality Materials and Manufacturing
Premium natural rubber and multi-layer high-tensile reinforcement ensure durability, load-bearing performance, and resistance to abrasion and environmental degradation. Stringent quality control guarantees reliability for heavy-duty operations.
Proven Performance in Heavy Applications
Field-tested for offshore modules, research platforms, and specialized vessels, Airbag Rollers have demonstrated long-term performance, repeatability, and safety under extreme conditions.
Comprehensive Support and After-Sales Service
Hongruntong Marine provides technical guidance, training, and ongoing support to ensure optimal performance, reduce downtime, and extend operational life.
FAQ
1. Can Airbag Rollers be customized for unique vessel hull shapes?
Yes, each roller can be tailored in diameter, length, and hardness to match the vessel’s keel profile and load distribution requirements.
2. What is the maximum load capacity of Airbag Rollers?
Reinforced rollers can handle several thousand tons, depending on diameter, layer configuration, and vessel weight.
3. Are Airbag Rollers suitable for offshore use?
Yes, the rubber compound is resistant to seawater, UV, and temperature fluctuations, making it suitable for offshore deployment.
4. How many times can an Airbag Roller be reused?
With proper handling and periodic inspection, Airbag Rollers can be reused for hundreds of launch cycles without significant wear or performance degradation.
5. Do you provide technical support for layout and deployment?
Yes, Hongruntong Marine offers engineering guidance, deployment planning, and training to ensure safe and efficient operation.




