Among the Ice

An Acoustic Doppler Current Profiler (ADCP) is attached to a McLane 30 inch steel buoy deployed in the Beaufort Sea, Alaska where the extreme ice conditions are no match for the robust steel buoy design.  

McLane steel subsurface flotation is a cost effective solution to shallow water and coastal buoyancy requirements. Our buoys can withstand the harsh ocean environment and strenuous deployment procedures.

Subsurface steel flotation buoys come in 30 inch, 37 inch, 41 inch  and 48 inch  diameters. Depth-ratings range from 380 to 564m. Buoys are constructed of heavy-duty pressure vessel quality (PVQ) steel and coated with a high visibility, durable epoxy finish. Rugged internal tension member allows in-line placement in a high-tension mooring.