NY Co., Ltd. Unveils New Product "ISD (IMPACT SHOCK DIFFUSER)" at SEA JAPAN 2026 — A Groundbreaking Solution to Protect Ship Pilot Ladders

What is ISD?

ISD is a "Ship Pilot Ladder Protective Device" designed and developed by NY Co., Ltd. Pilot ladders are essential equipment frequently used on cargo vessels, directly impacting safety during embarkation and disembarkation. However, they are prone to wear and damage due to contact with ship hulls, wave impact, and repetitive use, requiring appropriate protection and maintenance.

ISD addresses these issues by minimizing interference between the pilot ladder and waves, reducing the risk of damage to the ladder body. It maintains stable performance even in harsh maritime environments.

Furthermore, the introduction of ISD is expected to reduce the burden of ladder maintenance and the frequency of replacements, contributing to lower operational costs. This device balances safety and economic efficiency, contributing to the reliability of ship operations.

Actual Examples of Damage Caused by Intense Waves - Damage to fixed sections - Deformed ladders

On ships, heavy waves during rough weather directly hit ladders installed on the deck, frequently causing equipment failure. In reality, there are cases where cracks appear in step plates or structural parts deform, making the equipment unsafe and unusable. This can lead to PSC (Port State Control) deficiency reports, and in the worst cases, the risk of off-hire due to the inability to depart.

Protecting Ladders from Waves Without Hindering Function

Despite these damage realities, no product existed in the market that could protect ladders without compromising their functionality. ISD was developed through iterative prototyping and design to solve these problems, achieving equipment protection from intense waves without hindering ladder operations.

Shock Diffusion By installing ISD at the bottom of the ladder, it diffuses wave energy and reduces the load on the ladder without interfering with its operation.

On-Site Completion ISD adopts a bolt-on structure, allowing for immediate replacement in case of damage. Provided as a semi-finished product, it requires no docking for installation and can be assembled and installed by the crew alone.

Highly Versatile Unit Structure The modular connection design allows for flexible adjustment to ladder lengths. It can be used on most ships by adjusting the pillar position and height.