LOCOPIAS module: Containers

For container vessels LOCOPIAS can be equipped with a dedicated container module

This module is essential for vessels with a significant container capacity. It allows for the interactive positioning of containers of any size, and contains numerous loading options, amongst which electronic data exchange.

Some highlights of this module are:

The module is founded upon a 3-D representation of container distribution. It allows the user to show any desired combination of rows, bays and tiers, and to work in a sequence and orientation selected by the user;
Suitable for all kinds of containers. The module has no restrictions at all with regard to the container type (20′, 30′, 40′, 45′, 48′, 52′ or every other length, with random breadth and height of each container) or loading combination. (Refrigerated containers are also supported);
Drawings and lists of container loading details, either sorted by bay, row or tier;
At any desired moment, stability or strength particulars can be evaluated and verified against the relevant criteria
Alarm on exceeding maximum stack load;
Only consistent container loading is accepted. For instance, containers can only be placed where/if the slots underneath are also occupied;
Database management functions for import and export of container data and loading conditions;
Integrates seamlessly with LOCOPIAS line of sight module;
Container cargo positioned above deck is automatically included in the calculation of the windcontour of the vessel.
With the optional IMDG extension, the container module provides real-time validation of dangerous goods against the latest IMDG Code (Amendment 42-24), automatically identifying segregation and stowage conflicts to ensure safe and compliant loading.
Optional lashing assessment can be added to the container module, enabling real-time evaluation of forces in lashings, twistlocks and container structures, with automatic limit checks and warnings to ensure safe and compliant container securing.
With the optional BAPLIE interface (up to version 3.1), container data files can be easily imported and exported, allowing users to review, correct and manage loading data efficiently, including validation of containers that could not be loaded.