Bow Collector (LBC)

The Bow Collector (LBC) is a stiff brush conveyor belt unit which effectively recovers oil and debris. The LBC operates most effectively at vessel speeds of 1 to 4 knots. Forward motion of the vessel concentrates surface oil and oily debris into the brush conveyor for separation and recovery.

The LBC collects oils of all types and viscosities and can operate in choppy sea conditions without disrupted performance. The LBC brush conveyor automatically separates and recovers oils, emulsions and oily debris from the water and delivers it to deck level. Recovered oil contains less than 5% free water.

The number of brush belts varies from four to six depending on the desired capacity and the size of the vessel. The skimmer module is hydraulically powered and off-loaded by a suction pump, Archimedes screw pump, or a centrifugal pump. The system can be supplied with portable power packs and can also be operated using vessel hydraulics.

The technical specifications vary on the size of the LBC and vessel.