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Shipmare replied to the topic Discussion of anything & everything..Under the sun in the forum General Discussions 4 years, 2 months ago
To be very frank, i feel that all the topics as we discussed and posted in this forum is much more useful and relatable as what our course notes and exams are.
We should encourage the students from the institutions, just for their benefit at least for those who are going to sail.
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Shipmare replied to the topic New forum for interest groups. in the forum Feedback / membership Support 4 years, 2 months ago
Im suggesting a forum on study methods? Perhaps mnemonics? Like a memory aids, i think it will be useful for people taking orals/ or for students taking their exams.
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Shipmare replied to the topic Ad hoc job opportunities come in here! in the forum Shore Transitions 4 years, 2 months ago
URGENT!!
posting on behalf,Joining: mid september
Position: 3E (4E are welcome to apply, coc 2 will be better for cv)
Experience: 3E duties, familiar with winches.
Salary Negotiable
Period: 6 months minimumInterested applicant pls send your cv to Clawrence@atlasprofessionals.com
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Shipmare replied to the topic Reporting Bugs found in the forum Feedback / membership Support 4 years, 2 months ago
@admin On the menu; about us, blog, forum, further studies, the wordings become invisible over mouse, would be better if the word remains visible.
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Shipmare posted an update 4 years, 2 months ago
@jughead Heres the first mention in the forum. <3
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what is your role onboard? how many years have you been at sea mate? please share your experience-
Check out my profile bro :p
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Shipmare started the topic Bilge pumps problems in transfering bilges & solutions in the forum Pumps 4 years, 2 months ago
I think everyone would have this issues. Sharing my experiences below,
1) Check your pump suction & discharge pressure
2) Close your suction valve. The suction pressure should drop down to vacuum. If the pressure gauge already shows vacuum, your Pump inlet filter are already dirty.
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Shipmare started the topic Boilers problems faced & solutions in the forum Boilers 4 years, 2 months ago
Brands of boilers i’ve experience are Hada Tortise, Sunflame boiler. Both rotary cup type and pressure fuel jet type.
Prior to port, make sure your boiler can be fired, else you’re gonna be in trouble.
Simple maintenance to be carried out, Make sure that the electrodes are clean, Nozzle is clear, Swirl plates are not choked.
Commonly problems…[Read more]
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Shipmare started the topic Main air compresser problems faced & solutions in the forum Main Air Compressor 4 years, 2 months ago
I’ve experienced Tanabe & Mitsubishi Air compressors.
After overhauling, the gaskets to be fitted tight thus all the nuts must be tighten properly. If not the gasket will burst from the high pressure air. Double check and tighten to make sure.
When reassembling, make sure that all the surface is brushed clean, if surface is not even, i’d apply…[Read more] -
Shipmare started the topic Purifiers problems faced & solutions in the forum Purifiers 4 years, 2 months ago
Im very fortunate to have worked with different purifiers brand mitsubitshi, alfa lava and Westfalia.
Common problems that i’ve faced is that purifier cannot desludge (bowl cannot open & close) , purifier leaking fuel oil etc, excessive vibrations.
When faced with any kind of purifier that bowl cannot open or close, its normally the open and…[Read more]
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Shipmare replied to the topic Personal finance for Seafarers in the forum Money Matters 4 years, 2 months ago
Not sure if people here are familiar with FIRE ( Financial Independence, Retire early) movement. Basically its accumulation of the assets which in turns generate us passive incomes. And when passive incomes exceeds our expenses, we no longer slave to survive to pay bills and day to day expenses. Faster leave the rat’s race do what we enjoy.
From…[Read more]
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Shipmare replied to the topic Marpol (International convention for prevention of pollution from ship) in the forum Marine Legislation 4 years, 2 months ago
Another Question regarding Marpol Annex 1,
Special Areas; What is the differences in regulations between discharging of oil in machinery spaces in special area and non special area?
In Both special and non special area, since these critierias are to be made, are all similar
1) Ship must be enroute
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Shipmare replied to the topic Marpol (International convention for prevention of pollution from ship) in the forum Marine Legislation 4 years, 2 months ago
Trick question if surveyor ask you: Can you pump out oil ? yes or no?
Technically yes. If less than 15ppm. But how much exactly is 15ppm, but of course politically safe answer is always no, cannot pump out.
“PPM = parts per million
PPM is a term used in chemistry to denote a very, very low concentration of a solution. One gram in 1000 ml is…[Read more]
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Shipmare replied to the topic Salary in different companies in the forum Money Matters 4 years, 2 months ago
Pacc is considered one of the better paying company. But choose a company to sail with doesnt just necessary look at pay alone.
Just sharing for juniors ah, choose wisely.
1) PROMOTION; people can stuck for very long time, like OOCL offers high pay but slow promo, we all will leave early.
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Shipmare replied to the topic Our cadetship true stories in the forum Before cadetship 4 years, 2 months ago
Hello all, heres my story of engine cadetship ~
It was year 2012, it was graduation and i had already made up my mind to take the sailing path. i joined ship on SG waters on a anchorage, not knowing what to expect on the first day, i wore my uniform with epaulette onboard… only to have a shock of my life in the next few hours.
i was guided to…[Read more]
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