Rudder system
Every vessel has unique handling characteristics and operational requirements. At West Mekan, we design and manufacture custom-engineered rudder systems that deliver optimum steering performance, low resistance and reliable operation throughout the vessel's service life.
Rather than offering a standard solution, each rudder is individually designed to match:
Vessel type
Operating profile
Customer requirements
Our designs are optimized for:
Excellent manoeuvrability at low, high or all operating speeds
Minimum hydrodynamic drag
Maximum performance within the available installation space
Our scope of supply includes:
Rudders, including spade rudders, heel pintle rudders, fishtail rudders, flap rudders, balanced rudders and other custom designs
Rudder tubes with maintenance-free bearing solutions
Skegs and rudder support structures
Tillers
Rudder tubes are manufactured in materials selected to suit the vessel and minimize corrosion and maintenance requirements. Rudders are available as cast or fabricated designs in carbon steel, stainless steel and other marine-grade materials.
We supply rudder systems with stock diameters up to 200 mm and rudder areas up to approximately 3 m².
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