Oil Discharge Monitoring and Control System
ODME (Oil Discharge Monitoring and Control System) unit, specifically the SEIL-SERES SS-2000 model.
π What is an ODME?
An Oil Discharge Monitoring and Control System (ODME) is a mandatory device on oil tankers under MARPOL Annex I regulations. It continuously monitors, records, and controls the discharge of oily water mixtures from a vesselβs cargo tanks to ensure that oil content in overboard discharges stays within legal limits during deballasting or tank cleaning operations.
π Key Components (as visible in your image):
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Printer (left)
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Prints out discharge logs β oil content, time, position, and other data.
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Essential for record-keeping and Port State Control inspections.
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LCD Display (top right)
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Shows operational status, oil content readings in ppm, and other discharge parameters.
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Keypad (bottom right)
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For operator inputs β setting parameters, starting/stopping operations, acknowledging alarms, and configuration.
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Key Switch and Alarm Indicators (middle)
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Key switch to enable/disable system operation.
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Visual and audible alarms when discharge limits are exceeded.
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π¦ Manufacturer:
SEIL-SERES is a recognized manufacturer of ODME systems, specializing in marine pollution control instrumentation.
π Typical Application:
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Installed on oil tankers, product tankers, and chemical carriers.
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Monitors and records:
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Oil content in ppm.
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Date and time.
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Latitude and longitude.
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Total quantity discharged.
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Automatically stops discharge if oil content exceeds permissible limits.