Patents Assigned to Houlder Limited
  • Method and apparatus for mechanical connection between an offshore structure and a subsea pile
    Patent number: 12163300
    Abstract: A method for connecting an offshore structure (2) to a subsea pile (1) includes inserting a connecting portion (14) of the structure inside the subsea pile. The connecting portion (14) comprises a plurality of outwardly moveable clamping members (5). Moving each of the plurality of clamping members (5) into gripping contact with an inside surface of the subsea pile provides a mechanical connection. The method may also include a grouting step to make the connection permanent.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 7, 2020
    Date of Patent: December 10, 2024
    Assignees: CALEY OCEAN SYSTEMS LIMITED, HOULDER LIMITED
    Inventors: Gregor McPherson, Luiz Demenicis
  • Fluid transfer apparatus
    Patent number: 10087067
    Abstract: A fluid transfer apparatus for transferring fluids such as hydrocarbon fuel is disclosed. The fluid transfer apparatus comprises a support member and at least one catenary hose, wherein a proximal end of each catenary hose is suspended from the support member. A distal end of each catenary hose is coupled to a transfer manifold. A tensioning member is arranged for applying a tensile force to the transfer manifold during a transfer operation.
    Type: Grant
    Filed: May 1, 2015
    Date of Patent: October 2, 2018
    Assignee: Houlder Limited
    Inventors: Frederic Vincent Perdrix, Gianpaolo Benedetti, Luiz Eduardo Demenicis