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DNV-ST-E271 Certified Offshore Equipment Frame

The DNV-ST-E271 Certified Offshore Equipment Frame ensures safe lifting, transportation, and long-term protection of oversized industrial equipment in harsh offshore environments. Engineered to DNV-ST-E271 standards, it withstands extreme marine conditions while offering superior structural integrity and corrosion resistance.

- Open-frame design for flexible transport of generators, compressors, pumps, HPUs, and large control panels
- High-strength steel construction with certified lifting eyes, forklift pockets, and reinforced base structure
- Marine-grade anti-corrosion coating for salt spray, humidity, and weather resistance
- Customizable options including lifting slings, lashing points, mounting brackets, and project-specific dimensions
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  • 20ft DNV-ST-E271 Certified Offshore Equipment Frame

  • Qingdao Boxwell

Product Advantages

Designed for Offshore Lifting and Equipment Transportation

The DNV-ST-E271 Certified Offshore Equipment Frame is designed for the lifting, transportation and protection of machinery, skid-mounted systems and other project-specific equipment used in offshore environments.

The frame is manufactured in accordance with DNV-ST-E271 and is intended for offshore lifting, marine transportation and long-term offshore service.

DNV-ST-E271 provides technical requirements for the approval and certification of offshore containers and lifting sets, including requirements relating to manufacturing, testing, marking and periodic inspection.

Open-Frame Configuration for Large Equipment

The open-frame configuration provides flexible access for installing and transporting equipment that may not fit efficiently inside a fully enclosed offshore container.

Suitable applications include:

● Generators

● Compressors

● Pumps

● Hydraulic Power Units (HPUs)

● Transformers

● Water treatment systems

● Control panels

● Other large industrial equipment

The final frame geometry can be developed around the dimensions and configuration of the actual equipment.

Certified Offshore Lifting Points

The frame includes four certified lifting pad eyes for offshore lifting operations.

The lifting arrangement forms part of the engineered offshore frame and should be used according to the approved design, certification documentation and lifting instructions.

Optional lifting slings are also available for this model.

Forklift Handling Capability

Forklift pockets are incorporated into the frame to support applicable ground handling and logistics operations.

This provides an additional handling method when crane lifting is not required.

Reinforced Steel Structure

The product uses SPA-H steel with a reinforced base structure and structural members designed around offshore transportation and lifting requirements.

The frame also incorporates reinforced corner posts and a heavy-duty base structure to support safe equipment handling.

Marine Anti-Corrosion Protection

The steel structure undergoes Sa2.5 blast cleaning before application of the specified coating system:

● Zinc-rich epoxy primer

● Epoxy intermediate coat

● Polyurethane top coat

This coating system provides protection against salt spray, humidity and harsh offshore weather conditions.

Project-Specific Engineering

The offshore equipment frame can be engineered according to:

● Equipment dimensions

● Equipment weight

● Weight distribution

● Center of gravity

● Required mounting arrangement

● Customer specifications

Optional configurations include lifting slings, lashing points, equipment mounting brackets, removable side rails, access platforms and project-specific dimensions.

Application

The Offshore Equipment Frame is intended for offshore projects where machinery or skid-mounted equipment requires a dedicated certified structure for transportation and lifting.

Offshore Oil and Gas Projects

The frame can be used for transporting and handling project equipment used on offshore oil and gas installations.

Typical equipment can include pumps, compressors, HPUs, generators and other machinery where the frame is engineered around the actual equipment dimensions and center of gravity.

Offshore Platforms and Drilling Rigs

Offshore platforms and drilling rigs are application environments for this product.

The certified lifting arrangement supports transfer of equipment within offshore logistics operations, subject to the approved lifting procedure.

FPSO Projects

The product is also intended for equipment transportation associated with Floating Production Storage and Offloading units (FPSOs).

Customized securing and mounting arrangements can be incorporated according to the equipment being transported.

Offshore Supply Vessels

Offshore Supply Vessels (OSVs) are among the intended applications.

The frame can provide a dedicated structure for moving project equipment between shore bases, vessels and offshore facilities.

Offshore Wind Projects

Offshore wind farms are another application.

The frame can be configured for appropriate electrical, hydraulic, mechanical or project-support equipment used within renewable-energy projects.

Marine Construction

Marine construction projects can use customized equipment frames for machinery, skids and project-specific components that require controlled lifting and transportation.

Industrial Equipment Logistics

Industrial projects are also an application area.

Where offshore certification is required, the frame can be designed around the specific equipment load and handling requirements rather than using a conventional ISO shipping container.

Technical Specifications

Specification

Details

Product Name

Offshore Equipment Frame

Product Model

20ft DNV-ST-E271 Certified Offshore Equipment Frame*

Brand

Qingdao Boxwell

Product Category

Offshore Containers → Offshore Frames

Standard

DNV-ST-E271

External Length

3480 mm*

External Width

1870 mm

External Height

2150 mm

Material

SPA-H Steel

Design Temperature

-20°C

Lower Design Temperature

Available according to project requirements

Surface Preparation

Sa2.5 Blast Cleaning

Primer

Zinc-Rich Epoxy

Intermediate Coat

Epoxy

Top Coat

Polyurethane

Floor

Steel

Forklift Pockets

Available

Lifting Pad Eyes

Four Certified Pad Eyes

Sling Set

Optional

CSC Plate

N/A

Color

Customized RAL Color

Payload

3450 kg

Tare Weight

1050 kg

Door Type

End and Side Swing Door*

Optional Configurations

Lifting Slings / Lashing Points / Equipment Mounting Brackets / Removable Side Rails / Access Platforms / Project-Specific Dimensions

Certification & Documentation

Certification

Depending on project requirements, the following documentation can be provided:

  • DNV-ST-E271 Certification

  • CSC Plate (Optional)

  • Third-Party Inspection Certificate

  • Welding Records

  • NDT Reports

  • Load Test Reports

  • Paint Inspection Reports

  • Dimensional Inspection Reports

  • User Manual

  • Packing List

Certification

Manufacturing Process

Every offshore container passes through a complete manufacturing process under strict quality control.

Manufacturing Process

Quality Assurance 

Quality Assurance

Why Choose Boxwell?

Specialized Offshore Container Product Range

We maintain dedicated offshore product categories including:

● Offshore Cargo Containers

● Offshore Half Height Containers

● Offshore Mini Containers

● Offshore Baskets

● Offshore Bottle Racks

● Offshore Waste Skips

● Offshore Tool Boxes

● Offshore Workshops

● Offshore Frames

This product therefore belongs directly to our offshore manufacturing range rather than being adapted from a standard ISO shipping container.

Experienced Offshore Engineering Team

Our core engineering and R&D team has more than 20 years of industry experience in offshore containers, special containers and customized equipment solutions.

Our company was founded in May 2020, so the 20+ years figure refers specifically to the experience of our core professional team.

Custom Offshore Engineering

We support engineering based on:

● Customer drawings

● Technical specifications

● Equipment dimensions

● Project operating conditions

● Certification requirements

● Non-standard structural requirements

This capability is particularly relevant to offshore equipment frames because equipment dimensions, weight distribution and center of gravity vary between projects.

DNV and International Standards Capability

Our products can be designed and manufactured according to standards including:

● DNV 2.7-1 / DNV-ST-E271

● EN 12079

● CSC

● ISO

● Other project-specific requirements

For this specific product, DNV-ST-E271 is the applicable standard.

Manufacturing Base

We operate a factory covering approximately 60,000 m², including 32,000 m² of workshop space, with more than 200 workers.

Structured Quality Management

Our quality-management process covers:

● Raw material inspection

● Production-process monitoring

● Final product testing

We also use dedicated testing equipment to support product reliability and consistency.

Third-Party Inspection Support

We cooperate with independent inspection agencies and classification societies to support project-specific inspection and certification requirements.

End-to-End Project Support

Our services include:

● Technical consultation

● Engineering design

● Manufacturing

● Production monitoring

● Quality control

● Testing

● Certification support

● Third-party inspection coordination

● Logistics and shipment coordination

● After-sales technical support

Boxwell

FAQ

1. What is a DNV-ST-E271 Certified Offshore Equipment Frame?

It is an engineered steel frame used to secure, lift and transport machinery or skid-mounted equipment in offshore logistics operations.

We design this product according to DNV-ST-E271 for offshore lifting and marine transportation.

2. What equipment can be carried?

Suitable equipment includes:

● Generators

● Compressors

● Pumps

● HPUs

● Transformers

● Water treatment systems

● Control panels

● Other industrial equipment

The final frame should be engineered according to the actual equipment dimensions, weight and center of gravity.

3. What are the dimensions and payload?

The specifications are:

● External dimensions: 3480 × 1870 × 2150 mm

● Payload: 3450 kg

● Tare weight: 1050 kg

However, the model is described as a “20ft” Offshore Equipment Frame, which conflicts with the 3480 mm external length.

The final dimensions should therefore be confirmed from the approved drawing and certification documentation before ordering.

4. What is the design temperature?

The standard design temperature is -20°C, with lower design temperatures available according to project requirements.

The required design temperature should be confirmed during engineering because it affects the applicable material and certification requirements.

5. Does the frame include lifting points?

Yes. The frame includes four certified lifting pad eyes.

A sling set is optional and should be selected according to the approved lifting arrangement.

6. Are forklift pockets included?

Yes. Forklift pockets are available for this product, providing an additional handling method for applicable ground logistics operations.

7. Can the frame be customized?

Yes. Frames can be engineered according to equipment dimensions, weight distribution, center of gravity and customer requirements.

Available options include:

● Project-specific dimensions

● Lashing points

● Equipment mounting brackets

● Removable side rails

● Access platforms

● Lifting slings

● Customized RAL colors

8. Does this offshore frame require a CSC plate?

No.

CSC Plate: N/A.

This product is designed as a DNV-ST-E271 offshore equipment frame rather than a conventional CSC-approved ISO freight container.

9. What information should I provide for a quotation?

For engineering review, it is recommended to provide:

● Equipment drawings

● Overall equipment dimensions

● Equipment weight

● Center of gravity

● Weight distribution

● Required payload

● Equipment mounting points

● Required lifting arrangement

● Required sling set

● Required design temperature

● Operating environment

● Required certification

● Required accessories

● Quantity

● Destination

Our engineering team can then develop the equipment-frame configuration and certification scope around the actual offshore project requirements.

 

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