The "PAD"

BEST IN CLASS HATCH COVER BEARING PAD

A next-generation hatch cover bearing/support pad. With the lowest wear in the market and an improved locking pin, the “PAD” also comes in various sizes and boasts low friction.

Hatch cover bearing pads can lead to high ship maintenance costs during service life. The “Pad” offers the lowest wear rate available, improving support pad lifetime and lowering hatch cover maintenance costs.
By offering the “Pad” in multiple sizes for different makers, we are able to provide you with one solution for your entire fleet. The “Pad” can replace traditional Bronze Teflon support pads. We offer tailor-made programs to help you find the best solution possible to keep your hatch covers in top shape.

Improved Locking Pin

Our improved locking pin provides better security for the “Pad” compared to pins with a standard thread. The head of the locking pin ensures a better grip, making mounting the “Pad” faster.

Wear detection

Easy wear detection by prefabricated grooves of 1mm, 2mm and 3mm deep

DNV Type Approval

The “Pad” has been tested and approved by DNV to the latest industry standards, as an recognition of its low wear and low friction characteristics. Independent tests show 50% less wear and 10% less friction compared to its closest competitor.

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Kappa Group Services provides solutions for the maritime shipping industry with an expertise in supplying vessels, oil platforms, and their respective crews, at all the major ports in Greece and not only.

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