Marine Dock Services
K Plus provides a wide range of services around marine and barge loading on waterways; rivers, canals, and lakes. Specializing in the equipment and construction of access gangways, marine hoses, marine loading arms, and pumping and metering solutions, K Plus is the experienced and educated marine contractor for your project.
Our Marine Dock Services
Access On and Off Barges
Custom access gangways designed for safe personnel movement between shore and barges. Our solutions prioritize safety while meeting the specific requirements of your marine operations.
- Adjustable-angle gangways for tide variations
- Self-leveling systems with safety interlocks
- Non-slip surfaces and handrails
- Custom widths from 30" to 48"
- Load capacities up to 1,000 lbs
- Meets OSHA 1910.23 and USCG requirements
Marine Hoses and Metering Solutions
Various types of marine loading arms and loading marine hoses for efficient and safe transfer of materials between vessels and shore facilities.
- OCIMF-compliant composite marine hoses
- Counterbalanced loading arms with quick-disconnect
- Flow rates from 100 to 12,000 GPM
- Pressure ratings up to 300 PSI
- Cryogenic capabilities (-50°F to 400°F)
- Integrated emergency release systems (ERS)
Waterway Installation
Professional equipment installation on loading and unloading docks, ensuring optimal functionality and compliance with marine regulations.
- Pile-driven and floating dock installations
- Barge positioning systems
- Mooring hook and line tension monitoring
- Fender systems and dock protection
- Integrated lighting and safety systems
- Remote monitoring and control capabilities
Comprehensive Marine Solutions
We can install new equipment, as well as maintain and refurbish existing equipment. With safety and environmental variables so crucial on waterways, K Plus is your answer for design, permitting, fabrication, and construction.
New Installations
- Custom gangway design and installation
- Marine loading arm systems (hydraulic, manual, and pneumatic)
- Flexible hose systems with OCIMF certification
- Pumping and metering solutions (up to API ±0.1% accuracy)
- Safety and containment systems with overflow prevention
- Quick-connect/disconnect coupling systems
- Vapor recovery systems for VOC reduction
- Integrated control and automation systems
Maintenance & Refurbishment
- Equipment inspection and assessment (OCIMF SIRE compliance)
- Preventative maintenance programs with scheduled service
- System upgrades and modernization for efficiency improvements
- Repair and refurbishment services with minimal downtime
- Compliance updates and certification to current standards
- Emergency repair services available 24/7
- Hydrostatic and operational testing
- Documentation and certification for regulatory compliance
Our Marine Expertise
Expert engineering and design services for marine loading and unloading systems
- 3D modeling and simulation
- Finite element analysis
- Hydrodynamic calculations
- Tidal variation accommodation
Comprehensive assistance with regulatory compliance and permitting processes
- USACE Section 10/404 permits
- State environmental permits
- USCG waterway approvals
- Local zoning compliance
Custom fabrication of marine components to meet your specific requirements
- ASME-certified welding
- Marine-grade materials
- Corrosion-resistant coatings
- Quality control testing
Our team brings decades of experience in marine construction and equipment installation. We understand the unique challenges of working on waterways and have developed specialized expertise to ensure safe, efficient, and environmentally responsible solutions for our clients. From initial concept to final installation and ongoing maintenance, K Plus is your trusted partner for all marine dock services.
Environmental Responsibility
At K Plus, we recognize the critical importance of environmental protection when working on waterways. Our marine dock services are designed with environmental responsibility as a top priority. We implement:
- Spill Prevention Systems: Double-contained transfer lines, breakaway couplings, and emergency shutdown systems
- Environmentally Friendly Materials: Non-toxic coatings, biodegradable hydraulic fluids, and sustainable construction materials
- Regulatory Compliance: Clean Water Act, Oil Pollution Act, and state/local environmental regulations
- Vapor Recovery: Systems to capture VOCs during transfer operations
- Ecosystem Protection: Minimized dredging, habitat preservation, and seasonal work scheduling to protect aquatic life
- Sustainable Methods: Energy-efficient equipment, reduced emissions construction practices, and waste minimization
- Impact Monitoring: Before, during, and after-project environmental monitoring and assessment
- Emergency Response: Rapid deployment containment equipment and trained response teams
Industry Standards & Compliance
Marine Industry Standards
- OCIMF: Oil Companies International Marine Forum guidelines for marine terminals
- PIANC: World Association for Waterborne Transport Infrastructure design recommendations
- API 2350: Overfill protection for storage tanks in petroleum facilities
- ASTM F1122: Standard specification for quick disconnect couplings
- ASME B31.3: Process piping design and construction
Regulatory Compliance
- USCG 33 CFR: Navigation and Navigable Waters regulations
- EPA SPCC: Spill Prevention, Control, and Countermeasure requirements
- OSHA 1910.106: Flammable liquids handling and storage
- NFPA 30: Flammable and Combustible Liquids Code
- 40 CFR 112: Oil Pollution Prevention regulations
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