Hongruntong Marine Load Testing Water Bags configured for offshore wind farm applications represent a specialized class of flexible test weights engineered to address the unique logistical and operational challenges of the rapidly expanding renewable energy sector. These self-contained test weight solutions can be transported to offshore construction sites, deployed and filled without external crane support, and recovered without returning to port.
The material specification prioritizes extended service life in aggressive marine environments with heavy-weight PVC-coated polyester textile incorporating advanced UV stabilization specifically formulated for high-latitude operating environments typical of European and North American offshore wind developments.
A leading offshore wind installation contractor operating a purpose-built jack-up vessel in the North Sea required recertification of their 800-tonne capacity main crane. Using traditional solid weight methodology would have consumed approximately five days of vessel time per recertification event.
Hongruntong Marine supplied a complete water bag test system consisting of eight 100-tonne capacity bags and a custom-designed spreader beam assembly. The entire test sequence was executed within 22 hours, representing a time saving of approximately four days and avoiding approximately €320,000 in vessel standby costs while preserving five days of installation capacity.
| Name | Load Testing Water Bags |
| Application | Proof Load Testing, Offshore Load Testing, Structural Load Testing, Ship Load Testing, Industrial Equipment Testing, Research and Development |
| Content | 100% POLYVINYL CHLORIDE |
| Phthalate | 7P Phthalate Free (Includes all Phthalates Listed in CAL Prop 65, CPSIA and REACH) |
| Backing Material Size | 1.8/2.0 MM X 1.55M, Thickness Produced as Per your Request |
| Weight | 37.1 oz square yard/ 1450 +- 50 GSM |
| Special Features | UV Resistant, 7P Phthalate Free, BPA Free / Tris Free / Formaldehyde Free, Does not Contain Conflict Minerals |
| Care Instructions | Rinse with Fresh Water and Air Dry, Do Not Store with Seawater and Keep Away from Heat Sources |
| Available Sizes | 5000 kg, 8,000 kg, 10,000 kg, 15,000 kg, 20,000 kg, 30,000 kg, 50,000 kg, 100,000 kg (Special Sizes Could be Customized) |
| OEM | Supported |
| MODEL | Weight | Volume | Empty Height (Length) | Filled Height (Length) | Max Diam (ø) | Dry Weight without accessories |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| HM-1T | 1,000 kg / 2,204 lbs | 1,000 L / 1 m³ / 264 USG | 2.52 m / 8.27 ft | 2.23 m / 7.33 ft | 1.39 m / 4.56 ft | 36 kg / 80 lbs |
| HM-2T | 2,000 kg / 4,409 lbs | 2,000 L / 2 m³ / 528 USG | 2.87 m / 9.41 ft | 2.6 m / 8.5 ft | 1.65 m / 5.43 ft | 41 kg / 90 lbs |
| HM-3T | 3,000 kg / 6,613 lbs | 3,000 L / 3 m³ / 792 USG | 3.38 m / 11.11 ft | 2.97 m / 9.75 ft | 1.82 m / 6.0 ft | 50 kg / 110 lbs |
| HM-4T | 4,000 kg / 8,818 lbs | 4,000 L / 4 m³ / 1,056 USG | 3.41 m / 11.22 ft | 3.07 m / 10.1 ft | 1.88 m / 6.16 ft | 64 kg / 141 lbs |
| HM-5T | 5,000 kg / 11,023 lbs | 5,000 L / 5 m³ / 1,320 USG | 4.14 m / 13.60 ft | 3.52 m / 11.58 ft | 2.13 m / 7.0 ft | 80 kg / 176 lbs |
| HM-6T | 6,000 kg / 13,227 lbs | 6,000 L / 6 m³ / 1,585 USG | 4.39 m / 14.41 ft | 3.91 m / 12.83 ft | 2.28 m / 7.48 ft | 86 kg / 189 lbs |
| HM-8T | 8,000 kg / 17,636 lbs | 8,000 L / 8 m³ / 2,113 USG | 4.54 m / 14.91 ft | 3.93 m / 12.91 ft | 2.52 m / 8.27 ft | 104 kg / 230 lbs |
| HM-10T | 10,000 kg / 22,046 lbs | 10,000 L / 10 m³ / 2,641 USG | 5.18 m / 17.0 ft | 4.49 m / 14.75 ft | 2.70 m / 8.90 ft | 130 kg / 286 lbs |
| HM-12.5T | 12,500 kg / 27,558 lbs | 12,500 L / 12.5 m³ / 3,302 USG | 5.43 m / 17.91 ft | 4.62 m / 15.16 ft | 2.86 m / 9.39 ft | 154 kg / 340 lbs |
| HM-15T | 15,000 kg / 33,069 lbs | 15,000 L / 15 m³ / 3,962 USG | 6.24 m / 20.50 ft | 5.48 m / 18.00 ft | 2.95 m / 9.70 ft | 159 kg / 350 lbs |
| HM-20T | 20,000 kg / 44,100 lbs | 20,000 L / 20 m³ / 5,283 USG | 6.78 m / 22.25 ft | 6.04 m / 19.83 ft | 3.42 m / 11.25 ft | 224 kg / 492 lbs |
| HM-25T | 25,000 kg / 55,115 lbs | 25,000 L / 25 m³ / 6,604 USG | 7.51 m / 24.66 ft | 6.40 m / 21.0 ft | 3.75 m / 12.33 ft | 315 kg / 695 lbs |
| HM-35T | 35,000 kg / 77,161 lbs | 35,000 L / 35 m³ / 9,246 USG | 8.07 m / 26.50 ft | 7.11 m / 23.33 ft | 3.91 m / 12.83 ft | 417 kg / 920 lbs |
| HM-40T | 40,000 kg / 88,184 lbs | 40,000 L / 40 m³ / 10,566 USG | 8.71 m / 28.58 ft | 7.72 m / 25.33 ft | 4.07 m / 13.36 ft | 440 kg / 970 lbs |
| HM-50T | 50,000 kg / 110,231 lbs | 50,000 L / 50 m³ / 13,208 USG | 8.99 m / 29.50 ft | 7.77 m / 25.50 ft | 4.56 m / 14.96 ft | 544 kg / 1200 lbs |
| HM-100T | 100,000 kg / 220,462 lbs | 100,000 L / 100 m³ / 26,420 USG | 11.27 m / 37.00 ft | 10.00 m / 32.9 ft | 5.65 m / 18.56 ft | 952 kg / 2100 lbs |
Water bags can be transported by crew transfer vessel, service operation vessel, or platform supply vessel. They are packaged in heavy-duty woven polyethylene shipping bags with package weights typically under 50 kg for manual handling, or using vessel cranes for larger bags.
Yes, the bags are specifically designed for direct filling with seawater. The internal PVC coating is chemically inert to seawater salts, and the fill port includes a strainer to prevent marine debris ingestion. After testing, water can be discharged directly overboard without treatment or filtration requirements.
Based on North Sea service experience, conservative estimates indicate a minimum service life of five years with regular use, with many units remaining serviceable for eight years or more following periodic recertification evaluations.
Yes, rated for use down to minus 30 degrees Celsius with low-temperature plasticizers maintaining flexibility. Testing should be scheduled to ensure filling, testing, and drainage occur before water temperature drops to freezing point to prevent ice formation damage.
Comprehensive documentation package includes Certificate of Conformity, Material Test Report, Welding Procedure Qualification Record, Proof Load Test Certificate (150% of rated capacity), calibration certificate for fill volume, and rigging plan. All documents provided in advance for surveyor review and approval.