NIMBUS L-382G
VJ Engineering is the Authorized Agent of DARCY Spillcare – UK for the country of Malaysia, Singapore & Brunei.
The NIMBUS system is a UK Patented (GB 2348383) modular aerial dispersant spray system which is designed for operation from aircraft with a rear cargo ramp which can be opened in flight.
NIMBUS systems are design and certificated for specific aircraft types and models and the NIMBUS L-382G system is certificated by the US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) and Transport Canada for operation from the Lockheed L382G “Hercules” aircraft.
The NIMBUS system, which comprises up to 4 x 3000 litre tank modules and a combined Spray Arm/Pump Module, can be installed and loaded with dispersant in under 2 hours. The system utilises the aircraft’s electrical power and can be installed in a 3 or 4 tank configuration on the bare floor or on a cargo handling system.
Features:
- Modular Design for Easy Installation, Transportation and Storage
- 3 or 4 Tank Installation Options
- FAA, EASA and TC Supplemental Type Certification
- Bare Floor or Roller Floor Installation
- Pressure or Gravity Fill
- Low Profile, 3000 Litre Tank Modules
- Ramp Mounted Combined Spray Arm/Pump Module
- Retractable Spray Arms
- Utilises Aircraft’s Electrical Power
- Optional Automated Flow Control with Touch Screen Operation
- Spares and Ground Support Equipment Packages
- NIMBUS Operator and Maintenance Courses
Benefits:
- Modular Design for Easy Storage and Transportation
- Flexible Installation Options – 3 or 4 Tank Fits
- Minimal Aircraft Modification Required
- System Design can be Adapted for other Rear Cargo Door Type Aircraft
Technical Specifications:
| Model | NIMBUS L-328G |
| Dispersant Capacity | Up to 12,000 litres (3170 USG) |
| Flow Rate | Up to 1300 LPM (343 USG/min) |
| Effective Swath | 15 m (50 ft) |
| Application Rate | 80 – 100+ Litres/Hectare (9 – 10+ USG/Acre) |
| Area Treatment Rate | 10 Km²/hr (4 Sq Miles/hr) |
| Gauge | Pressure Gauge |
| Tank Module | 3000 Litre capacity, Stainless Steel, Low Profile Fabrication with Inspection/Gravity Fill Hatch, Level Indicator, Drain & Flow Control Valves, Ground Handling Features, Integral 463L Pallet |
| Hose Kit | Inter-Tank Hoses with Drain Fittings |
| Spray Arm / Pump Module | Aluminium Base Frame, Electrically Powered Centrifugal Pump, Recirc Flow Control Valve, Drain & Dump Valves, Retractable Spray Arms, Ground Handling Features, Wiring Loom with CB Box and Control Panel |
| Documentation | Installation, Operating & Maintenance Manuals |
| Quality Control | Designed & Manufactured under ISO 9001 Quality Management System. EASA Part 21g Production Approval for Civil Aircraft systems |
| Certification | FAA, EASA, and Transport Canada Supplemental Type Certification |