Jankel launches next generation suspension seating
NAUTech Seating, the first multi-axis seating system design to provide optimum protection for crew, features in the Dalby Swale, Dalby Offshore’s new 23m wind farm support vessel.
NAUTech seating by Jankel brings to the market a revolutionary approach developed to properly protect against Whole Body Vibrations (WBV) and the severe loads on fast/rough conditions experienced by boat crew.
Launched at Seawork 2014, it has been selected for the exhibition’s Innovation Showcase, a dedicated platform for products that are totally innovative in the commercial market.
The design contains two patented features, first, the suspension system is a new configuration of three non-conventional springs and damper elements. Secondly the seat contains a passive restraint system to retain occupants within the seat and also protect the spine.
The NAUTech seating system has been developed with the assistance of leaders in Whole Body Vibration studies, including testing undertaken by the University of Southampton with user input from seven times world offshore powerboat champion Neil Holmes. Live trials are being carried out via a partnership with Dalby Offshore, the seats are being fitted to their new ‘Dalby Swale’ 23m WFSV to offer increased protection for passengers and crew working in a harsh environment.
See the seats on the vessel on berth V28 or visit Jankel on stand D13.
