Hatch Cover Inspection & Ultrasonic Tightness Testing

Eagle Marine Survey offers professional Hatch Cover Inspection services to ensure watertight integrity and compliance with safety standards.
Hatch cover leakage remains one of the leading causes of cargo damage claims. Our inspections help detect deficiencies before cargo operations commence.

Our Hatch Cover Services Include:
• Visual inspection of hatch panels, compression bars, rubber packings, and securing cleats
• Assessment of sealing arrangements and alignment
• Drain channel and non-return valve inspection
• Operational testing of securing mechanisms

Hatch Cover Inspection, Condition & Testing Methods:
• Ultrasonic Tightness Testing (non-destructive leak detection using advanced ultrasonic equipment)
• Chalk Testing (rubber packing contact surfaces are checked, and potential leakage points requiring intervention are clearly identified)
• Water Hose Testing (leakage points are quickly identified through controlled water application under operational conditions)

Ultrasonic Tightness Testing
We conduct hatch cover tightness testing using professional ultrasonic leak detection equipment to accurately identify areas of leakage without water hose testing.

This advanced method allows:
• Non-destructive and efficient testing
• Precise leak point identification
• Reduced operational delays
• Reliable documentation for charterers and P&I purposes

Our hatch cover inspections help minimize water ingress risks and cargo damage exposure.