Bottom Fittings
Also known as: bottom fittings, deck fittings, container bottom fittings, container deck fittings, conical deck fittings
Conical steel fittings installed on a vessel's deck that engage with a container's corner castings to secure the container in position and prevent movement during a voyage.
Bottom fittings provide the foundation for securing shipping containers on board a vessel by locating and supporting the container's corner castings. They are commonly used together with twistlocks to prevent containers from shifting, lifting, or sliding due to rolling, pitching, vibration, and heavy seas. Properly installed bottom fittings help maintain the integrity of container stacks, protect cargo from damage, and contribute to the overall stability and safety of the vessel. They are a critical component of a ship's container securing system.
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