Propellers: VEEMSkewplan
The VEEMSkewplan® propeller is a further evolution to the highly successful VEEMKaplan propeller. The Skewplan is designed for use in applications similar to the Kaplan such as on trawlers, tugs and long liners, whilst providing superior smoothness.
Reducing noise and vibration is of particular concern for vessels which operate for extended periods of time, where crew fatigue is not only dangerous, but reduces productivity.
Not simply a skewed Kaplan, the Skewplan incorporates many additional features not found on competitors' propellers.
Blade foil sections have been further optimised to suit modern trawling and bollard pull applications, which means that the Skewplan is well suited to new nozzle designs. Water inflow angle is optimised to each area of the propeller using a variable pitch distribution, as compared to the constant pitch of the Kaplan design, which has the additional effect of controlling cavitation near the blade tips.
Manufactured using the latest robotic and CNC processes, the VEEMSkewplan is of the highest quality and accuracy attainable, and is further improved with dynamic balancing at VEEM's NATA. approved balancing facility.
Overall the Skewplan offers excellent bollard pull, high efficiency and smooth operation, making it the ideal choice for any vessel equipped with a nozzle.
VEEMSkewplan Nominal Specifications:
| Diameter: | 500mm - 4000mm (20" - 173") |
| Pitch Distribution: | Variable Pitch |
| Blade Section Type: | Aerofoil/Ogival |
| Skew: | 35 Degrees |
| Blade Rake: | As required |
| Material: | NiBrAl (Nickel Aluminium Bronze) |
| Manufacturing Standard: | ISO 484/2 Class 1 |
| Balance Standard: | ISO 1940/1 G6.3 |
Custom configurations mentioned above are available on request. Should you require assistance in selection of the propeller suited to your vessel, please complete and forward the enquiry sheet.