We recently welcomed the technical team from Scantrol, a well-known Norwegian specialist in wave compensation technology, to OUCO Heavy Industry. It was a practical and constructive technical exchange focused on the applications and integration of Active Heave Compensation (AHC) in offshore lifting operations.

Welcoming Scantrol to OUCO

Based in Bergen, Scantrol has been a trusted global leader in marine control and vision systems since 1988.

We were honored to welcome their newly appointed CEO, Jan Kjærstad, who personally led the delegation. Having Jan and his senior engineers at our facility was a fantastic recognition of OUCO’s manufacturing standards and a meaningful step toward deeper international technical collaboration.

Why AHC Technology Matters

Lifting heavy cargo at open sea is always a high-stakes challenge. Unpredictable waves cause suspended loads to swing uncontrollably—putting both crew safety and multi-million-dollar deck equipment at severe risk.

Active Heave Compensation solves this at the core. Powered by real-time motion sensors, the system instantly calculates ship heave and adjusts the winch speed to counteract wave movement. The result? The load stays remarkably stable, even when the vessel is rolling in harsh seas.

During our joint technical sessions, both teams explored the core values AHC brings to offshore operations:

• Uncompromising Safety: By automatically suppressing load swing, AHC eliminates dangerous pendulum effects, safeguarding crew members and preventing costly cargo collisions.
• Expanded Weather Windows: Downtime is expensive. With AHC-enabled gear, vessels can continue operating safely in higher sea states—drastically reducing weather-induced delays and boosting operational profitability.

Proving Our Capability: OUCO’s In-House Tech

The visit wasn’t just a theoretical exchange—it was an opportunity to demonstrate OUCO’s engineering capabilities in action.

Our technical team showcased how we integrate our own heave compensation solutions into high-precision systems like our ROV LARS (Launch and Recovery System) and A-Frame Cranes. The Scantrol team praised our practical design methodology, mechanical integration precision, and robust real-world application performance.

Driving the Future of Offshore Machinery

As a premier marine crane manufacturer, OUCO builds custom equipment ranging from 1t to 150t capacity, backed by full certifications from world-class classification societies including ABS, CCS, BV, and DNV.

By combining Scantrol’s advanced control expertise with OUCO’s proven manufacturing strength, we are poised to deliver even smarter, safer, and more reliable solutions for our global clients. We look forward to creating greater value for the maritime industry together!