Cargo

Pression de coup de bélier

A sudden increase in pressure within a cargo pipeline or tank, usually caused by rapid valve closure or pump operation, posing risks of structural damage.

Quick answer: A sudden increase in pressure within a cargo pipeline or tank, usually caused by rapid valve closure or pump operation, posing risks of structural damage.

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Quick answer

A sudden increase in pressure within a cargo pipeline or tank, usually caused by rapid valve closure or pump operation, posing risks of structural damage.

Why it matters

Pression de coup de bélier matters because it supports clear communication in Cargo contexts for Deck Officers, Engine Officers, and Masters. It also connects to aviation training and exam language such as STCW, Marlins Test, ISF Watchkeeper, and GMDSS.

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Questions and answers

What is Pression de coup de bélier?

In this glossary, Pression de coup de bélier refers to: A sudden increase in pressure within a cargo pipeline or tank, usually caused by rapid valve closure or pump operation, posing risks of structural damage.

How is Pression de coup de bélier used in maritime?

In maritime communication, this term appears in contexts such as: "Terminal au navire : Veuillez manœuvrer toutes les vannes lentement pour éviter la pression de coup de bélier."

Why does Pression de coup de bélier matter in maritime?

Pression de coup de bélier matters because it supports clear communication in Cargo contexts for Deck Officers, Engine Officers, and Masters. It also connects to aviation training and exam language such as STCW, Marlins Test, ISF Watchkeeper, and GMDSS.

Who uses Pression de coup de bélier?

Pression de coup de bélier is mainly used by Deck Officers, Engine Officers, and Masters.

What category does Pression de coup de bélier belong to?

In this glossary, Pression de coup de bélier is grouped under Cargo. Related pages in this category explain adjacent procedures, commands and operational concepts.

Where does this definition come from?

This definition is sourced from IMO SMCP, STCW Convention, SOLAS, COLREG and published by Protermify Maritime as a static maritime reference page.

Definition

A sudden increase in pressure within a cargo pipeline or tank, usually caused by rapid valve closure or pump operation, posing risks of structural damage.

Operational example

Terminal to vessel: Please operate all valves slowly to prevent surge pressure in the cargo system during start-up.

Localized term

Pression de coup de bélier

Localized example

Terminal au navire : Veuillez manœuvrer toutes les vannes lentement pour éviter la pression de coup de bélier.

Definition language

English reference definition

Source

IMO SMCP, STCW Convention, SOLAS, COLREG

Category

Cargo

Exam relevance

  • STCW
  • Marlins Test
  • ISF Watchkeeper
  • GMDSS

Target audience

  • Deck Officers
  • Engine Officers
  • Masters

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