Locopias Manual
Locopias Manual
MANUAL
Part 2
This part describes the LOCOPIAS Tank soundings software. Refer to Part 2 if
this module is purchased.
Part 3
This part is mainly for reference and contains general definitions, general
functions and advanced functions.
Important notes
Test your loading software frequently
Be sure to run the test conditions as described in section 1.2.7 Output at frequent
intervals and compare these with the test conditions included in the LOCOPIAS
Manual appendices booklet. A record of these verifications can be kept using the
Verification Forms included in the LOCOPIAS manual appendices.
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
TABLE OF CONTENTS ................................................................................................................................................................ ii
PART 1: LOCOPIAS LOADING COMPUTER SOFTWARE................................................................................................. 1
1.1 Introduction....................................................................................................................................................................................................1
1.1.1 General...................................................................................................................................................................................................1
1.1.2 Basic features.........................................................................................................................................................................................1
1.2 Main screen....................................................................................................................................................................................................2
1.2.1 Layout ....................................................................................................................................................................................................2
1.2.2 General approach ...................................................................................................................................................................................3
1.2.3 Conditions..............................................................................................................................................................................................4
1.2.4 Settings...................................................................................................................................................................................................5
1.2.5 Weight list..............................................................................................................................................................................................6
1.2.6 Check .....................................................................................................................................................................................................7
1.2.7 Output ....................................................................................................................................................................................................8
1.2.8 2D/3D VIEW .........................................................................................................................................................................................9
1.2.9 Night colours..........................................................................................................................................................................................9
1.3 Modules........................................................................................................................................................................................................10
1.3.1 Tanks....................................................................................................................................................................................................11
1.3.2 Containers ............................................................................................................................................................................................14
1.3.3 Grain/Bulk ...........................................................................................................................................................................................17
1.3.4 General cargo.......................................................................................................................................................................................19
1.3.5 Crane loading.......................................................................................................................................................................................22
1.3.6 RoRo cargo ..........................................................................................................................................................................................25
1.3.7 Hatch Module ......................................................................................................................................................................................28
1.3.8 Damages...............................................................................................................................................................................................29
1.3.9 Draft survey .........................................................................................................................................................................................31
1.3.10 Quartering and following seas...........................................................................................................................................................32
PART 2: TANK SOUNDING INCLUDING EFFECTS OF LIST AND TRIM .................................................................... 33
2.1 Menu options ...............................................................................................................................................................................................33
2.1.1 Specify list and trim.............................................................................................................................................................................33
2.1.2 Calculate tank particulars ....................................................................................................................................................................33
2.1.3 Print all tank particulars on paper........................................................................................................................................................35
2.1.4 Cargo/Ullage report, and historical cargo summary ...........................................................................................................................35
2.1.5 Export tank data to a loading condition ..............................................................................................................................................36
2.1.6 Import data from tank measurement system .......................................................................................................................................36
2.1.7 Survey of filling and flow rate per tank ..............................................................................................................................................36
Part 3: MISCELLANEOUS ......................................................................................................................................................... 37
3.1 General definitions.......................................................................................................................................................................................37
3.1.1 Draft definition ....................................................................................................................................................................................38
3.1.2 Weight list LCG and weight distribution ............................................................................................................................................38
3.2 General functions.........................................................................................................................................................................................39
3.3 Advanced functions .....................................................................................................................................................................................40
3.3.1 Weight list toolbar functions ...............................................................................................................................................................40
3.3.2 Output preview on screen ....................................................................................................................................................................42
FORMALITIES ............................................................................................................................................................................. 43
Downloads .........................................................................................................................................................................................................43
License conditions .............................................................................................................................................................................................43
Certificates .........................................................................................................................................................................................................43
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PART 1: LOCOPIAS LOADING COMPUTER SOFTWARE
1.1 Introduction
LOCOPIAS is on-board loading computer software. Derived from PIAS (Program for the Integral Approach of Ship design), it uses the same
proven technology to achieve optimum loading within the limits for strength, stability, draft, etc. This ensures optimal loading and maximum
safety of the vessel, her crew, her payload or passengers and the environment.
1.1.1 General
Define and verify loading conditions
The purpose of LOCOPIAS loading computer software is to verify if user-defined loading conditions comply with chosen criteria for
(damage-) stability and strength. For this purpose, calculations of intact stability, damage stability, and longitudinal strength can be
performed. LOCOPIAS’ graphical user interface offers on-screen verification as well as full reports printed on paper.
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1.2 Main screen
At start-up LOCOPIAS opens with the main screen. The main screen is the starting point of your activities. From here, the loading condition
can be defined, applicable criteria and settings can be chosen and calculations can be performed.
The main screen displays the current active loading condition and provides all the tools you need to define a loading condition. From the
Main Screen you can navigate to the available modules, for loading of specific types of cargo. After generating a loading condition, required
calculations and printouts can be made.
1.2.1 Layout
A typical layout of the main screen is shown below.
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1.2.2 General approach
In general, you can use the following steps to define a loading condition and perform the required calculations. Please note, this workflow is
a way to get you started, it is not the only possible way to use LOCOPIAS. All actions can be performed in random order and frequency. The
functionalities will be elaborated further in the remainder of this chapter. This example starts at the main screen.
Go to the Tanks module to modify the contents of consumables like fresh water
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(FW), fuel oil (FO), lubricating oil (LO).
In the Weight list, miscellaneous supplies, e.g. crew, provisions, stores can be
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entered.
Open the Tanks module again. When all cargo is loaded, the ship’s position can be
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optimized by adding water ballast.
The Check-button provides a quick check of stability and strength at any moment
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during this process.
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1.2.3 Conditions
By pressing the Conditions-button, the following window appears. In this window, the defined loading conditions are displayed and can be
managed. You can create a new loading condition and you can delete, rename, copy/paste or export existing conditions. To select a loading
condition for modification, select this condition and click the ‘OK’ button. This condition will now appear on the main screen.
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1.2.4 Settings
All settings that apply to the loading condition can be altered in the Settings menu. By clicking the Settings-button, the following window
opens, it has several tabs which can be edited. These tabs are explained below.
Draft
Select the applicable maximum and minimum drafts. The option ‘use alternative maximum draft’ makes it possible to enter a user-defined
draft. The selected drafts will be displayed in the summary of the loading condition, with the conclusions for the applicable stability criteria.
Strength
Different values of maximum allowable bending moments and shear forces are applicable for a vessel at sea or in a harbour. The appropriate
condition can be selected here. The selected condition is also indicated in the output of longitudinal strength conditions.
SW water
The specific weight of the outside water must be set to match the actual conditions. The specific weight can be set and will be stored per
loading condition. This specific weight is then used for all calculations.
Sight line
Depending on the regulations under which the vessel will sail, the sight line requirements can be adjusted here.
Output
Select which calculation to perform and send the results to the selected output device.
FrontPage
It is possible to add a front page to your output. You can select the text lines to be printed and enter free text as desired (e.g. a voyage
number, port of loading, etc).
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1.2.5 Weight list
The Weight list has a crucial role in configuring a cargo loading condition because it offers an overview of all weight items of which the
current loading condition consists. Moreover, every weight item can be manipulated alphanumerically (position, amount etc) except for the
first row, light ship weight, which can not be modified. Finally, the weight list is a handy tool to check completeness of the loading
condition.
Toolbar functions
Standard toolbar functions are described in section 3.2 General functions, on page 39.
Advanced toolbar functions, circled in Figure 6 are described in section 3.3 Advanced functions on page 40.
VCG
Vertical centre of gravity in meters, related to the baseline.
LCG
Longitudinal centre of gravity in meters, related to the aft perpendicular
TCG
Transverse centre of gravity in meters, related to the centreline
Fore, Aft
These columns contain the fore and aft boundary of a weight item. These boundaries are required for longitudinal strength calculations only.
The distances are given in meters and refer to the aft perpendicular. The weight distribution is a linear function determined by the
longitudinal centre of gravity and the position of the boundaries. (More information on this subject can be found under3.1.2 Weight list LCG
and weight distribution ).
FSM
This column shows the free surface moment for predefined tanks or for a user-defined weight of a fluid in metric tonnes multiplied by a
distance in meters. It is possible to override this standard free surface moment using another free surface option under Toolbar: Misc > fsm
type (more information on this function in 3.3.1 Weight list toolbar functions. If a non-standard option is selected, this FSM will be preceded
by an exclamation mark in the output. For a ‘Grain’ weight item indicated by a ‘G’ in the leftmost column, the FSM indicates the grain
heeling moment. In that case, the figure will be displayed in green.
Group
Each weight item may be assigned to a weight group. The number of the group is displayed in this column. If you want to show the
difference between weight groups even more clearly, in the Main screen-toolbar, under Edit -> Edit Weight Groups you can edit the name
and text colour of each weight group. This name and colour also becomes visible in the overview of weight groups (See item number [7] in
1.2.1 Layout of Main screen).
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1.2.6 Check
Click the Check-button to check if the loading condition complies with the stability and strength requirements. After clicking the Check-
button, a window opens with several tabs: Overview, Stability, and Strength. Damage stability is optional.
Compliance with the requirement is indicated by the colour of the bullet (complies = green, does not comply = red). If, for instance, the
overview shows a red bullet under intact stability, the corresponding tab provides more information about why the requirements are not met.
Note that when the vessel operates under more than one classification societies, the set of stability criteria applicable to the loading condition
can be set via Toolbar: Options > Select stability criteria.
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1.2.7 Output
When definition of the loading condition is complete, you can use the Output-button to perform full calculations and to make a print-out.
Before pressing the Output-button, the type of output can be chosen under Toolbar: Setup > Print options. If the selected printer for
LOCOPIAS is ‘preview/clipboard’ the output will appear on screen, see also 3.3.2 Output preview on screen.
After choosing the right print options, you can click the output-button to open the ‘output’ menu and select the output for your calculations.
Please note that the available output options in this menu depend on your version of LOCOPIAS.
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1.2.8 2D/3D VIEW
Toggles between side view and three dimensional view on the hull and cargo. By choosing Toolbar: View > 3D View it is possible to edit
materials, colours, and light effects of the 3D representation. The 3D image can be saved to file or sent to a printer.
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1.3 Modules
LOCOPIAS provides modules to define weight items in a loading condition. Each module contains the tools to perform specific operations,
such as filling tanks, loading cargo or using cranes. Each vessel can be equipped with a selection of modules required for the purpose of the
vessel. You can navigate to the modules by clicking one of the Module-buttons (see 1.2.1 Layout: element [2]).
General operations
Zoom Zoom in views and cross sections by rolling the scroll wheel (third, or middle mouse button)
Pan Pan in views and cross sections by pressing and holding the scroll wheel
Select Standard selection methods in the views:
- Left click an item
- Drag selection box
- Ctrl+left click
- Ctrl+A
Edit Right-click a selected item
Verification
In every module the Check-button is available to find out if the loading condition complies with requirements for intact
stability, longitudinal strength and, if applicable, torsion and damage stability. More information about the Check-button can
be found in 1.2.6 Check.
Toolbar: Stab/Strength
In the cargo-modules stability and strength compliance windows can be accessed. Go to toolbar: Stab/Strength and choose ‘Stability’, ‘Shear
forces’, ‘Moments’, or if available ‘Torsion Moments’ to display the corresponding graph in a separate window. These graphs give real time
feedback while loading cargo or modifying contents of tanks.
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1.3.1 Tanks
Goal
In the Tanks-module you can manipulate the contents of tanks of the vessel for the loading condition under consideration.
Functionalities
In the section windows [8] tanks can be displayed per tank group [4], or all tanks. A tank can be selected in one of the section windows, or in
the list of tanks [5]. The contents of this tank can be modified (e.g. weight, volume, percentage, specific weight). It is also possible to select
multiple tanks and modify all selected tanks. If two tanks of the same tank group are selected, fluid can be pumped between these tanks.
Layout
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General approach
1. Select. The tank module offers several ways of selecting tanks, for instance left-clicking a tank in a section window [8].
2. Edit. There is more than one way to edit tanks as well. One way to do it is by right-clicking a tank after selecting it.
3. Output. The vessel’s position (list, trim, draft) is directly calculated and the vessel is displayed with the actual waterline in cross
section and side view. The values for draft, trim, list and G’M are displayed in the relevant section window [8]. Hit the Check-
button to check if the ship’s position complies with your criteria.
Selecting tanks
You can select tanks in one of the ways below. A selected tank is marked by black on white cross-hatching in the views.
• Left-click a tank in the list of tanks-window [5].
• Left-click a tank in one of the section windows [8].
• Select multiple tanks by holding the left mouse button to drag a selection box in one of the views. [8]
• Select all visible tanks by pressing Ctrl+A
• Add or remove a tank to/from a selection by holding Ctrl and clicking the tank in the section window [8], or in the list of tanks [5].
Editing tanks
Once a tank is selected, there are several ways to edit tank data:
• Double-click a tank in the list of tanks-window to open the input form ‘Edit tank data’.
• Right click a tank in one of the section windows to open the input form Edit tank data of the selected tank(s). When only one tank
is selected, all tank data can be edited, when more than one tank is selected, only filling percentage and specific weight of the
content can be changed.
• Double-click a value in the tank information window to edit that specific value.
• Drag the track bar to change the amount of fluid of the selected tank.
• Drag the surface of the content of a selected tank.
• Double click a tank to empty it or fill it to the maximum filling percentage. Use Toolbar: Settings > Filling percentages to edit the
default filling percentage.
• Enter a sounding or ullage. If a sounding pipe is defined, additional fields become available in the ‘edit tank data’ pop-up menu, by
entering trim and heeling angle together with sounding or ullage, the tank volume is calculated according the sounding data and
input for ship’s position.
• Pump with track bar. Select two tanks from the same weight group, with the same specific weight and go to Toolbar: Options ->
Pump. Now the track bar enables you to pump fluid from one tank to another tank.
It is possible to show all tanks of the same weight group in the colour of that weight group by enabling the setting on the Toolbar: Settings>
Tank colours per weight group setting (see also 1.2.5 Weight list, Group).
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Output
Finally, Toolbar: Output > Totals presents the total weight and FSM of all tanks of a selected subgroup. This provides a quick overview of
your tank fillings, or for instance a quick view of how much fuel oil you are carrying. These totals can also be found in the Weight list.
In the section views, the actual fluid level in a tank is indicated graphically as well as numerically. By selecting Toolbar: Settings >
Graphical tank information the views can be set to display weight or percentage as desired.
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1.3.2 Containers
Goal
The container loading module is designed to define a particular container loading. LOCOPIAS updates the situation and informs you about
the consequences for the vessel.
Functionalities
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 wind contour of the vessel.
Layout
A typical layout of the Containers-module is shown below. The following elements are displayed.
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General approach
There are three ways to load containers with the Container-module. You can load a new container with the New-button, you can create a list
of containers and load these with the Load-button, or you can use a BAPLIE file. These methods are explained further below under ‘Load’.
In general the following approach can be used:
1. Select. You can select (multiple) containers as well as empty container slots.
2. Load (new). It is possible to load new containers, to load containers from the list of containers or to read a BAPLIE file (Selection
of slots is not necessary when reading a BAPLIE file).
3. Edit. After loading, you can edit the data of a container, discharge a container, switch a container from one container slot to
another, or permanently delete a container.
4. Verify results and create output. Use the Check-button, or the Stab/Strength windows to verify your loading condition, then print
the output.
1. Select
You can select a container (or container slot) in one of these ways:
• Left-click a container in the list of containers.
• Left-clicking a container or slot in one of the section windows.
To select multiple containers or container slots, activate a function-button and do one of the following:
• CTRL + left-click in a section window
• CTRL + ‘a’ to select all containers or slots in the active section window
• Drag cursor to create a selection box
• CTRL + selection box to add a group of containers to your selection
2. Load (new)
Use this function to directly create a new container. You can left-click a selected slot to create and load a container with the
same properties as the previously loaded container.
BAPLIE - It is also possible to load your ship by reading a BAPLIE file via Toolbar: BAPLIE > Read file. This can only be done with a
file recent version of the BAPLIE file.
3. Edit
To open the ‘Edit container data’ form, you can right click on a loaded container or double-click a container in the list of containers. To edit
multiple containers, see the section about Multiple containers below. You can select the fill colour of the containers under Toolbar: Settings
> Color container.
Use this function to discharge containers from the vessel. Activate the Discharge-button and left-click a selected slot to
discharge the containers. The discharged containers become available for loading again in the list of containers. You can also
go to Toolbar: Options > Discharge options to discharge per row, bay or tier, or to discharge the entire ship at once.
Use this function to delete containers permanently from the vessel. Click the Delete-button to remove a selected container
from the vessel, the container can not be loaded again.
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4. Verify results and create output
In section 1.3 Modules: Verification more information can be found about verification of the loading condition
Go to Toolbar> Output to choose one of the output options, make sure you have selected the correct print options under Setup in the Main
screen, see also 1.2.7 Output.
Multiple containers
Activate a function button and create a multiple selection in one of the section windows as explained above. Now right-click to open the
‘multiple containers’-window (Figure 20) and choose an action.
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1.3.3 Grain/Bulk
Goal
The Grain/Bulk module can be used to load the vessel with grain or bulk cargo.
Functionalities
This module performs the following functions:
• Selection and positioning of moveable grain bulkheads.
• Selection of grain holds, and filling of those holds by volume, weight, ullage or percentage.
• After filling the holds, the centres of gravity and heeling moments (in case of grain) of the cargo are calculated automatically.
• Verification of compliance against the relevant grain stability criteria (IGC).
• At any desired moment, stability or strength particulars can be evaluated and verified against the relevant criteria.
Layout
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General approach
1. Position Bulkheads. If the ship is equipped with movable bulkheads, you can subdivide the holds if required.
4. Verify. Use the stab/Strength diagrams and the Check-button to verify the loading condition
5. Output. Go to Toolbar: Output > Totals for an overview of total loaded grain and/or bulk on screen.
1. Position Bulkheads
There are two ways to select the grain bulkheads:
• Double-click a bulkhead in the grain bulkheads window [3], and choose a position for the bulkhead.
• Double-click, or right-click on a positioned bulkhead in the side view to relocate it.
2. Select hold
• Click a hold in the side view
• Click a hold in the ‘Holds’ window [4].
4. Verify
Go to 1.3 Modules: Verification for more information about verification of the loading condition.
5. Output
For an overview of the loaded grain and bulk weight, go to Toolbar: Output > Totals
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1.3.4 General cargo
Goal
The General cargo module is intended for loading of general cargo. The weight and centre of gravity of the general cargo are
incorporated in the loading condition, and thus included in the calculation of stability and strength.
Functionalities
This module is applicable to ships with general cargo capability. Some highlights of this module are:
• Cargo can be placed on any position in the vessel
• Cargo holds and compartments used for storage are visible in all views of the vessel
• Project cargo positioned above deck is automatically included in the calculation of the wind contour of the vessel
• Project cargo of any dimension can be defined (LxBxH)
• Cargo can be rotated
• A list of all cargo or a graphical cargo stowage plan on any desired horizontal section can be printed
• At any desired moment, stability or strength particulars can be evaluated and verified against the relevant criteria
Layout
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General approach
1. Input. The first thing to do is to define cargo and ports; it is optional to assign each piece of cargo to a group.
2. Load. Now you can use the Load-Button to load the cargo on to the vessel.
3. Edit. After loading of the cargo you can make changes to the loading condition, for instance move, discharge or delete cargo.
Input
1. Define the relevant ports by going to Toolbar: Input > Ports.
2. Adding groups is optional, it can be useful for instance to make a division between cargo on the tanktop and on the tweendeck.
3. Select Toolbar: Input > General cargo to define the cargo you want to load. You can define a group, ports, name, size, weight and
centre of gravity of the cargo. More information on the centre of gravity can be found in section 3.1.2. It is possible to import a
textfile with general cargo items. The required format is a CSV (comma separated values) file. The specification of the format can
be found in appendix 1 of this chapter .
Load
1. Under Toolbar: View > Group/port you can select the cargo you want to view in the list of cargo window [5].
2. Select a piece of cargo from the list of cargo.
Edit
It is possible to edit cargo data by:
• Double-clicking the cargo in the ‘list of cargo’-window [5].
• Right-clicking the cargo in a section window [7].
Activate the Move-button to move cargo in the section windows. Move the mouse over a piece of cargo to automatically
select is, then left-click and hold the cargo to drag it to the new position.
Activate the Discharge-button and left-click the cargo in the section window to discharge. The discharged cargo appears in
the list of cargo again. You can also discharge all general cargo at once or by selected port: go to Toolbar: Options
Activate the Delete-button and left-click cargo to permanently remove the cargo from the vessel and from the cargo list.
Output
In 1.3 Modules: Verification more information can be found about verification of the loading condition
A list of all general cargo items as defined under input can be generated through Toolbar: Output > General cargo list.
Views and sections of the stowage plan can be defined under Toolbar: Output > General cargo stowage plan.
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Gereral cargo import
specification of import CSV file format
In the input menu for general cargo, select File, CSV
Example file:
SUCTION_PILE , 182 , 64.38 , 4.551 , -5.66 , 5.5 , 0.5 , 5.6 , 2.8 , 29.6 , 15.6 , 0 , HOUSTON , GULF_OF_MEXICO
REEL , 200 , 93.356 , 20.713 , 4.69 , 8.77 , 0.51 , 8.6 , 4.3 , 6.17 , 3.09 , 0 , AMSTERDAM , DUBLIN
REEL , 190 , 103.276 , 20.713 , 4.48 , 8.77 , 0.51 , 8.6 , 4.3 , 6.17 , 3.09 , 0 , AMSTERDAM , DUBLIN
PLATFORM , 200 , 64.88 , 17.741 , 0.07 , 3 , 0.5 , 20 , 10 , 20 , 10 , 0 , ST-NAZAIRE , ABU-DHABI
CASE , 230 , 106.43 , 7.121 , 5.72 , 7 , 0.5 , 5 , 2.5 , 10.76 , 5.38 , 0 , AMSTERDAM , ROTTERDAM
CASE , 500 , 108.17 , 18.291 , -6.04 , 4.1 , 0.5 , 4 , 2 , 30 , 15 , 0 , AMSTERDAM , ROTTERDAM
PLATFORM , 200 , 28.02 , 17.741 , -0.04 , 3 , 0.5 , 20 , 10 , 20 , 10 , 0 , ST-NAZAIRE , ABU-DHABI
CONTAINER , 20 , 119.17 , 17.541 , 2.52 , 2.6 , 0.5 , 2.4 , 1.2 , 12 , 6 , 0 , AMSTERDAM , DUBLIN
LIFT-SUPPORT , 1.6 , 92.68 , 2.201 , -6.97 , 0.8 , 0.5 , 2.8 , 1.4 , 5.4 , 2.7 , 0 , FENIT , BARCELONA
CONTAINER , 20 , 119.17 , 17.541 , 7.55 , 2.6 , 0.5 , 2.4 , 1.2 , 12 , 6 , 0 , AMSTERDAM , DUBLIN
PLATFORM , 0.35 , 33.81 , 2.551 , -4.78 , 1.5 , 0.5 , 2.3 , 1.15 , 3.2 , 1.6 , 0 , FENIT , BARCELONA
CONTAINER , 20 , 119.15 , 17.541 , 5.05 , 2.6 , 0.5 , 2.4 , 1.2 , 12 , 6 , 0 , AMSTERDAM , DUBLIN
PLATFORM , 0.4 , 40.54 , 2.551 , 6.08 , 1.5 , 0.5 , 2.3 , 1.15 , 3.2 , 1.6 , 0 , FENIT , BARCELONA
CONTAINER , 20 , 119.2 , 17.541 , -0.01 , 2.6 , 0.5 , 2.4 , 1.2 , 12 , 6 , 0 , AMSTERDAM , DUBLIN
MAIN-BEAM-88MT , 88 , 70.19 , 4.191 , 6.26 , 4.77 , 0.501 , 4.45 , 2.23 , 50.48 , 25.24 , 0 , FENIT , BARCELONA
DERRICK-BOOM-100MT , 100 , 67.2 , 3.941 , 0.78 , 4.28 , 0.5 , 4.45 , 2.23 , 56.39 , 28.2 , 0 , FENIT , BARCELONA
LIFT-SUPPORT , 1.9 , 91.46 , 2.201 , -3.88 , 0.8 , 0.5 , 2 , 1 , 7.7 , 3.85 , 0 , FENIT , BARCELONA
CASE , 52 , 106.16 , 6.621 , -5.81 , 4 , 0.75 , 5 , 2.5 , 10 , 5 , 0 , AMSTERDAM , KATWIJK
LIFT-SUPPORT , 1.7 , 35.25 , 2.201 , 4.67 , 0.8 , 0.5 , 2.1 , 1.05 , 6 , 3 , 0 , FENIT , BARCELONA
CASE , 300 , 111.14 , 6.321 , 0.15 , 5.4 , 0.5 , 3 , 1.5 , 20 , 10 , 0 , AMSTERDAM , KATWIJK
REEL , 230 , 50.194 , 20.706 , 0.11 , 14.54 , 0.307 , 8.6 , 4.3 , 10.7 , 5.35 , 0 , AMSTERDAM , DUBLIN
1 CARGO NAME
2 WEIGHT [T]
3 LCG [m FROM APP]
4 VCG [m FROM BASE]
5 TCG [m FROM CL, PS = "+")
6 HEIGHT CARGO [m]
7 zCG [% OF HEIGHT, ITEM 6] VERTICAL POSITION OF CoG, FROM BASE OF CARGO
8 WIDTH CARGO [m]
9 yCG [m] TRANSVERSE POSITION OF CoG (SEE BELOW)
10 LENGTH CARGO [m]
11 xCG [m] LONGITUDINAL POSITION OF CoG (SEE BELOW)
12 ROTATION [deg] ROTATION ANGLE (SEE BELOW)
13 PORT OF LOADING
14 PORT OF DISCHARGE
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1.3.5 Crane loading
Goal
The crane-module is intended for vessels equipped with cranes, to simulate lift operations. The weight and centres of gravity of the cranes
and their loads are incorporated in the loading condition.
Functionality
With the crane module, lift operations with cranes can be simulated. The crane-module also supports dual crane operations (with coupled
cranes). Crane operations can be compensated by counter ballasting, either by filling ballast tanks with seawater, or by pumping between two
tanks. In the view windows heeling angle, trim and drafts can be instantly verified. The Crane module applies to fixed cranes as well as
crawling cranes and cranes with fly-jibs.
All crane- and ballast operations are written to a log, so loading scenarios can be created and stored.
Layout
3 4
6 7 8
5
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General approach
1. Define cargo
2. Select cargo
3. Operate crane
4. Ballast operations
5. Check
6. Output
1. Define cargo
There are two ways to define cargo:
• For simulation of a crane operation it is sufficient to enter a weight [6].
• For visualization purposes it is also possible to enter the geometry of a cargo item (LxBxH). Go to Toolbar: Cargo to open the
Define crane cargo-window and choose ‘new’ to enter new cargo. The dimensions are referred to aft, underside, and longitudinal
centre plane. See figure below. Defined cargo can be selected in the drop down menu [5].
2. Select cargo
Choose the crane you want to operate [4] and either enter a weight [6] or select a defined cargo item [5]. If defined cargo is selected, first
hoisting point 1 is used. The minimal vertical distance from the crane top to the hoisting point due to rigging arrangement can be defined
under Toolbar: Rigging.
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3. Operate crane
Use the buttons on the dashboard to operate the crane or cargo suspended from the crane. It is also possible to type a specified value in the
edit boxes showing the actual values.
If the vessel is equipped with two or more cranes a dual crane operation can be performed. This requires a dimensioned cargo item. To start a
dual crane operation:
• Move the second hoisting point within the radius of the second crane (Use the buttons on the dashboard to move the crane or rotate
the cargo).
• Select the second crane [4] and select the same cargo item [5]. This crane will attach to the second hoisting point. Both cranes are
now attached to the cargo item. If one crane is operated, the other crane follows automatically so the top of the crane stays in
vertical position above the hoisting point and the cargo remains in horizontal position.
• To end a dual crane operation, disconnect the cargo item, by choosing another or no cargo. [5]
For simulation of discharging or loading, it can be useful to define the quay. The position and dimensions of the quay can be made visible in
the top-, and cross view window by going to Toolbar: Quay.
4. Ballast operations
During a crane operation, ballasting may be required. Select a ballast tank [7] to perform a ballast operation with. Now use the track bar to
change the volume of the selected tank. If the pump-button is selected, the fluid is pumped between the selected tank and the tank chosen in
the drop down menu.
Under Toolbar: Configurations > view tanks you can choose to view all tanks available for ballast operations or only the selected tank in the
top view.
5. Check
In 1.3 Modules: Verification more information can be found about verification of the loading condition. If Safe Working Load tables, and/or
allowable heeling and trim angles are pre-programmed, these are also checked for compliance. The crane will turn red in the views [8] when
the Safe Work Load is exceeded.
6. Output
All crane operations are stored in a log. The log can be printed by clicking the ‘print’-button.
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1.3.6 RoRo cargo
Goal
The RoRo cargo module is intended to define rolling cargo and perform loading operations on RoRo cargo. The RoRo cargo is added to the
list of weight items of the selected loading condition.
Functionalities (features)
RoRo cargo can be positioned on all defined RoRo decks. The weight and centres of gravity of the RoRo cargo are incorporated in the
loading condition. RoRo cargo stowage plans and loading lists can be printed.
Layout
2 3
4
5
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General approach
Before loading can start, the RoRo module requires input of ports and a list of RoRo cargo. Following, you can load the cargo and print
output.
1. Define ports. All relevant ports must be defined, since every piece of cargo must be assigned a port of loading and discharge.
3. Load RoRo cargo. Under Toolbar: view > Ports you can choose the ports from which you want to load cargo.
4. Edit RoRo cargo. You can move, discharge or delete cargo, or measure distances on deck.
5. Print output. The list of RoRo cargo can be sorted and printed.
Define ports.
Go to Toolbar: Input > Ports, add ports by clicking ‘Insert’ or ‘New’, remove ports by clicking ‘Remove’. A colour can be assigned to each
port to indicate the port of discharge.
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Load RoRo cargo
1. Select visible ports of loading under Toolbar: View > Ports
2. Click Load-button
3. The first piece of cargo is automatically selected, but you can also select a different cargo item in the RoRo-cargo list [5].
4. Select the deck to be loaded with the Deck-buttons [8].
5. Click and hold the left mouse button in the top view window [9], the cargo is now connected to the cursor and can be moved around on
deck, on release of the left mouse button, the cargo is loaded on the deck.
6. The next item in the list is automatically selected.
While loading, automatic checks are performed for free height over deck, positioning within deck contours, and intersections with other
cargo items on deck. Furthermore, you can choose to see cargo from other modules in the view window by enabling the ‘Draw Cargo’-
function under Toolbar: Settings > Draw cargo. The function ‘Collision check’ verifies if there is a conflict between RoRo cargo and cargo
from other modules, the function can be enabled or disabled under Toolbar: Settings > Collision check.
Click Discharge-button and select a deck, now left-click in the top view [9] to discharge items back to the list of RoRo cargo
[5]. You can also discharge all positioned cargo from all decks at once by choosing Toolbar: Options > Discharge all.
Use this function to permanently remove cargo from the vessel, without placing it back in the cargo list, click the Delete-
button. To permanently delete all positioned cargo, go to Toolbar: Options > Delete all.
Use this function to measure the distance between two points in the top view.
Output
Before printing output, you can check the
loading condition, more information about the
Check function can be found in 1.3 Modules:
Verification. Under Toolbar: Output you can
choose output of loaded cargo sorted by port
of loading, port of discharge, deck, Id number,
Id name. You can also print an overview of
cargo in the list of cargo sorted by Id number,
or Id name. Finally, it is possible to print a
cargo plan, showing a view of the loaded
cargo on each deck.
Figure 35: Output cargo plan per deck
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1.3.7 Hatch Module
Goal
The hatch module is intended for vessels with multiple tweendeck hatches.
Functionalities
With the hatch module you can edit the position of all hatches and tween deck panels. Tween deck panels can be used to construct the tween
deck or they can be stacked in ‘store position’. Tween deck panels can also be placed ashore or defined as grain bulkhead. The position of
hatches can be set to open, closed, or ashore/gain bulkhead.
In the hatch module only the position of a hatch or panel can be changed. The weight and position of centre of gravity are generated
automatically. When the Hatch-module is closed, the weight and centre of gravity is incorporated in the loading condition and in all
calculations.
Layout
1
2
General approach
1. Select position. Double click on a panel or hatch [1] to display all possible positions for this panel or hatch in the ‘Select position’-
window [3] and select the position for the loading condition.
2. Confirm. Close the hatch module and confirm the modification of the hatches configuration.
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1.3.8 Damages
Goal
Damage stability calculations can be performed for all loading conditions. All mandatory damage cases can be checked against the relevant
criteria. Furthermore specific damage cases can be defined and verified.
Functionalities
A damage case consists of a set of selected tanks and other watertight compartments. In damage calculations the initial contents of a
damaged tank will be replaced by seawater, up to the level of the outside water for every heel and trim angle.
If the Damages-module is purchased, a ‘damaged stability’ diagram is displayed in the main screen and a Damages-button is present
amongst the other module-buttons. Click the ‘Calculate damage stability’-button in the Main Screen to calculate all mandatory damage cases.
After calculation the diagram states if the loading condition complies, or does not comply.
Layout
1
5
Figure 37: Damage-module
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General approach
1. Review pre-defined damages cases. The predefined damage cases should all comply with the criteria and can not be edited. They
can, however, be viewed and selected
2. Define damage cases. You can create new damage cases with a selection of flooded compartments.
3. Select damage cases. To test the loading condition(s) for compliance with the regulations, all pre-defined damage cases should be
calculated.
Output
On the Main Screen, click the Output-button and choose damage stability, or damage stability summary, see also 1.2.7 Output. If all pre-
defined damage cases have been selected and the loading condition complies with the relevant criteria for all defined damage cases, this
conclusion is printed in the damage stability output.
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1.3.9 Draft survey
Goal
The Draft survey-module is intended for the calculation of loaded or discharged cargo weight.
Functionalities
This module can be used on every cargo vessel. It calculates the weight of the loaded or discharged cargo by means of the drafts or
freeboards before- and after the cargo handling. It takes into account the differences in ballast water and consumables. The output shows the
difference in total loaded ton of cargo for the initial and final loading condition.
Layout
2 3
1
7
6
General approach
1. Define the initial loading condition. Use LOCOPIAS to define the loading condition as described in this manual, including tank
fillings, grain bulkheads, cargo etc. Open the Draft survey-module and enter the observed drafts in this condition. Press the
Calculate-button [2] to calculate the ship’s position according to the entered draft marks.
2. Define the final loading condition. Go back to the Main screen and define the final loading condition, including tank fillings,
configuration of grain bulkheads, cargo etc. Open the Draft survey-module again and enter the observed draft marks of the
(un)loaded vessel. Press the Calculate-button [2] to calculate the ship’s position according to the entered draft marks.
Note that by default the draft marks are used, but you can also define a reference point yourself and indicate if you want to use drafts or
freeboards. Double-click in the ‘observed drafts/freeboards’-window [6] to open the ‘edit measuring point’ window [7].
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1.3.10 Quartering and following seas
Goal
High quartering and following seas may inflict immediate danger to a vessel. This module can produce a diagram that allows assessment of
dangerous combinations of speed, course and wave period when sailing in quartering and following seas. Furthermore, an indication of the
loss of stability is given for a wave with the same length of the vessel and a wave height of 1/50th of the wavelength.
Functionalities
The dangers of quartering and following seas can be categorized as follows:
- Surf riding. When the speed of the vessel approximates the speed of the waves, the vessel will be accelerated by those waves, this
reduces the rudder function and may cause broaching
- Loss of stability on a wave crest. For a vessel with V-shaped cross sections the waterline breadths at the vessels ends are reduced in
the wave troughs, which reduces G’M and may even lead to negative G’M values
- Synchronous rolling or resonance
- Asynchronous rolling or resonance
In order to be able to assess those dangers, LOCOPIAS can be equipped with the Quartering and following seas-Module, which is based on
the method of IMO paper SLF 39/3/3. This LOCOPIAS module presents a graph (Figure 40), which indicates all possible dangers
instantaneously. It contains three elements which can help the crew to determine a possible change of course or speed:
- A bar chart, indicating the dangerous speed zone for surf riding
- A polar diagram, which indicates dangerous resonance zones for different courses and speeds. In this diagram the areas with possible
synchronous or asynchronous resonance (resulting from the actual loading condition) are indicated in red
- An indication of the loss of stability, by showing the loss of metacentric height on a wave crest with a height of 2% of the length
between perpendiculars.
Heavy rolling
When the encounter wave period is nearly equal to the natural rolling period of the ship, heavy rolling may occur (synchronous rolling).
Large rolling motions also occur when the encounter wave period is about half the natural rolling period (parametric rolling). The lower part
of the graph is a polar diagram, which indicates dangerous resonance zones for different courses and speeds for the actual loading condition.
In this diagram the areas with possible synchronous or asynchronous resonance are indicated in red.
The actual state of the vessel is the intersection between the heading of the vessel relative to the wave direction (the diagonal lines in the
graph), and speed (the circular arcs, scale on the bottom axis). The red areas represent the dangerous combinations of speed and course.
Left and right of every intersection in the graph, the encounter periods are printed for waves with a period of 6 and 9 seconds respectively.
Note that the printed periods may differ from the ones above, depending on the length of the vessel.
Loss of stability
An indication of the loss of stability is show in text, as the loss of metacentric height on a wave crest with a height of 2% of the ship’s length.
Note that this loss of stability is not corrected for in the stability values presented in LOCOPIAS output, as this loss of stability is normally
temporary (only in a wave crest), it may not be dangerous. However, sailing in following seas with approximately the same speed as the
wave can lead to a prolonged period with reduced stability. This may lead to dangerous situations.
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PART 2: TANK SOUNDING INCLUDING EFFECTS OF LIST AND TRIM
This module allows calculation of tank volumes and other tank data based on the actual list and trim of a vessel. Miscellaneous corrections
can be performed according to common product data tables or manual input. Different output formats are available, including output to intact
stability and longitudinal strength calculations. If the option is purchased, this module can retrieve data from an automatic draft and tank
gauge system.
The main menu for this module is opened from the start-up menu (see Figure 1: LOCOPIAS start menu). The available options are listed
below.
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Defining Product, temperature and density
By selecting a tank name in the menu above, a new menu opens to define particulars for this specific tank. Some of these cells are protected
and will not accept input if this value is defined automatically. Note that some cells may or may not accept user-defined input, depending for
instance on the selected conversion table. The menu items are explained below.
Tank name
As defined in the LOCOPIAS vessel model.
Product (substance)
The name of the product is for the Cargo/Ullage report.
Conversion table
For the calculation of the cargo weight of heated hydrocarbons, one of the available conversion tables must be selected from a menu:
Datalink
If the option to retrieve data from the tank gauge system is used, this is the value that is sent by that system (see section “2.1.6 Import data
from tank measurement system”). This value is for checking purposes only.
Temperature
The standard temperature for correction tables is 15 degrees Celsius. The actual temperature of the substance can be defined here, as a basis
for corrections.
Weight
The weight is calculated according to: (Volume (not corrected for expansion)) x (Density at 15 degrees Celsius) x (Volume Correction
Factor) x (Temperature Expansion Factor).
The weight of each product on board is indicated. For comparison, the weight of products according to the Bill of Lading can be entered. In
the report the relative differences between the figures from the Bill of Lading and the ones calculated with LOCOPIAS are printed.
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Furthermore, the name of the port, berth and voyage number can be entered and the density in air or vacuum must be selected. All these data
are printed in the report.
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Part 3: MISCELLANEOUS
Term Definition
Units All units are metrical, unless stated otherwise.
App (Aft perpendicular) All longitudinal distances are related to App. If App is the rudderstock, the stern of the
vessel has a negative longitudinal distance. The reference point App may of course be the
stern of the vessel; all longitudinal distances are then related to the stern
Fpp (forward perpendicular) Position of Fpp is defined by Lpp and App.
The longitudinal distance of Fpp related to App is exactly Lpp.
Lpp (length between perpendiculars) The length(Lpp) is the distance between the App and Fpp.
Baseline All vertical distances relate to the baseline.
Draft Distance between the baseline and the waterline, measured along the vessel’s vertical
axis.
Mean draft Draft at L/2
Draft aft Draft at App
Mean draft
Negative value related to App
Draft aft
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3.1.1 Draft definition
At large heeling angles the draft may be quite large, so consequently the trim may also be large at greater angles.
In tanks it is also possible that the LCG is not within the middle 1/3 of the boundaries. This is always considered incorrect and therefore the
aft or fore boundary is adapted so that LCG is exactly in the middle 1/3 of the distance between aft and fore boundary (The distribution of
fluid in a tank can never give negative values in the weight distribution). The user will also get a message for this type of correction.
Two examples:
1. a weight item of 100 tonnes,
• Center of gravity at 50 m
• Boundaries at 40 and 60 m.
2. a weight item of 75 tonnes,
• Center of gravity at 50 m
• Boundaries at 40 and 70 m.
The corresponding weight distributions are shown in the figure below (Nr 1 to the left, Nr 2 to the right).
Help
This option opens a text window with a short description of the available toolbar functions in the active window.
Pressing any key or left-clicking in the help window will open the next Help page or close the Help window. The Help window may be
context sensitive: in that case different help texts are displayed, depending on the position of the active cell in the text menu.
Insert
This option will insert a new row in the menu, above the active cell. If no new row is permitted there (the first row is sometimes designated
for a specific purpose, or the maximum number of displayed items may be exceeded), no new row will be inserted.
New
This option will insert a new row in the menu, under the active cell. If no new row is permitted there (the maximum number of displayed
items may be exceeded), no new row will be inserted.
Remove
This option deletes the row of the active cell, unless that row is protected against removal.
Copy
Activating this option will start copying the data on the row of the active cell. First activate a cell on the row containing the data to be copied,
and select “Paste”.
Paste
To paste data to a row, select a cell on the row where the data are to be pasted and select “Paste”.
Select, Deselect
In menus where items can be selected in a separate column, these options will select respectively deselect all items in that menu.
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3.3 Advanced functions
3.3.1 Weight list toolbar functions
The advanced Toolbar functions Check-Displ, Subtotal, Database and Misc are explained below.
Check Displacement
In order to simulate the actual loading condition in LOCOPIAS, the function Check-Displ can be used to see how well the real and simulated
displacements are approximating each other. You can enter the real-life draft marks and compare them with the calculated draft marks and
check the displacement difference. A correction weight can be added to the Weight List to achieve the real displacement.
Subtotal
Click Subtotal to open a window that displays the summarized weights for each defined weight group. Weight items with no defined weight
group summed at the bottom, for example in Figure 56 the subtotal of undefined weight items is 42 tonnes.
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Database
Use this option to load common weight groups, such as “crew”, “stores”, etc. Define weight items once, and read them from this database
when needed. Choose Toolbar: Database > Edit database to open Figure 57: Database weight items and edit weight items in the database.
Toolbar: Database > Read database opens the menu in Figure 58 with a list of weight items that can be added to the loading condition.
Misc
Use Misc to perform miscellaneous manipulations on defined weight items:
Fill tanks. Use this function to open a menu for filling of tanks per group. In this menu the filling percentage and specific weight of each
weight group can be defined and applied. The toolbar options ‘Select-all’ and ‘Deselect-all’ set the entire (selected) ‘Apply’ columns to Yes
or No respectively.
Fsm tYpe. With this function you can select the type of free surface moment (FSM) calculation. By default the free surface moment is read
from the tanktable. It is also possible to override this standard free surface moment, and set it to zero, maximum, or zero if filling is greater
than 98%. These options can be necessary in case of the requirements as listed in section 3.3 of the Amendments to the Code on Intact
Stability for All Types of Ships Covered by IMO Instruments Resolution MSC.75(69) amending resolution A.749(18). Note that the 'actual
centres of gravity of fluids in tanks' (if applicable) override the free surface moment as established using these options.
Switch columns. Change the layout of the Weight by switching columns Aft en Fore with columns VCG and TCG.
Sort Weight items. You can sort weight items as shown in Figure 60: Sort weight items.
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3.3.2 Output preview on screen
Preview
A preview on screen can be copied and pasted in external editing programs (e.g. Word or Paint) by means of the options ‘Copyall’ and
‘Copypage’. With these functions you can paste all output, or only the current page. The level of formatting of the text is determined by
choosing Richtext, Text, Tabbedtext, or Image.
Richtext Copy to clipboard in a format for word processing programs such as Microsoft Word
Text Copy to clipboard in a format for ASCII based programs such as Notepad
Tabbedtext Copy to clipboard in a format for spreadsheets such as Microsoft Excel
Image (works only with copypage) copy to clipboard in image format
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FORMALITIES
LOCOPIAS has no protection against copying. Therefore, for any given vessel, LOCOPIAS may be distributed at the discretion of the
owner, for example for office use or training. However flexible, use of LOCOPIAS is not without restrictions, see “License conditions”.
Downloads
New and updated versions of LOCOPIAS are distributed via CD-ROM, USB-stick or via the ‘download’ function that can be found on the
SARC homepage: WWW.SARC.NL. This button will open the download page. Access to LOCOPIAS installation files is granted after
entering the username and matching password. Again, distribution of username and password is at the discretion of the owner.
License conditions
Licensor : Scheepsbouwkundig Advies & RekenCentrum (SARC) BV
Brinklaan 109 - I
1404 GA Bussum, The Netherlands
Internet www.sarc.nl, email [email protected]
Licensor grants to user who accepts, subject to the following terms and conditions, a nonexclusive right to use the LOCOPIAS software:
1. The software may be used on board of that specific single vessel the software was destined for. If applied to that single specific vessel it
may also be used on the ship owner’s shore office, and on the shipyard where that vessel was built.
2. The user may make copies of the software as are reasonably required for the proper use of the software and for security or archival
purposes.
3. User shall not rent, lease, sublease, sublicense, distribute, transfer, reproduce, display, modify or time share the software or
documentation. Nor shall the user modify, disassemble, decompile or otherwise reverse engineer the software.
4. Ownership of, and title to, the software and documentation (including any updates or copies) shall be held by licensor. Only the license
is purchased by the user.
5. Except in case of malice or laches, user will indemnify the licensor.
a. against all and any costs, claims, demands or liabilities whatsoever arising out of or consequent upon the use of the software
by, through or with consent of the user.
b. In case of malice or laches the liability of licensor is limited up to a maximum of € 70,000 (seventy thousand euros).
6. To licensors best knowledge the software is correct. Licensor does not warrant the correctness of the software or any part of it however.
7. Updates of the software, if applicable, will in general only contain enhancements and extended functionality. However, licensor does
not guarantee that function of less importance will always remain to exist. Additionally, licensor does not guarantee that updates will
always lead to exactly the same calculation results as the original software (for example, in an update a more exact calculation
procedure might be applied).
8. Even if the software is initially approved by a regulatory body or a classification society, licensor does not guarantee that this approval
will remain valid eternally, or that this approval is also applicable to updates of the software.
9. User is obliged to ensure that the terms and conditions of this agreement are also valid for subsequent owners.
10. This agreement shall be governed by, and interpreted in accordance with, the laws of the Netherlands.
Certificates
LOCOPIAS is accepted by all major classification societies and complies with Cat. B and C of ISO standard 16155. (Shipboard Loading
Instruments). Here, some of the certificates of PIAS and LOCOPIAS of some major bodies have been printed.
Other societies may not issue generic certificates at all, or we have not requested for such generic certificates. In that case classification
societies have approval procedures for each individual copy of the software.
Note that not one individual copy of LOCOPIAS has been denied approval by any of the classification societies SARC has come across,
regardless if that class had issued generic certificates for LOCOPIAS or PIAS.
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Figure 62 Certificate Germanischer Lloyd
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Figure 63 Certificate Norwegian Maritime Directorate
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Figure 64 Certificate Netherlands Shipping Inspection
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Figure 65 Certificate Lloyd's Register 1/2
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Figure 66 Certificate Lloyd's Register 2/2
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