Loadmaster X5 - Basic Software

KSM670 EN/0705
LOADMASTER® 5
Basic Software
LOADMASTER®
General Information
The LOADMASTER basic module includes the main parts of a loading calculator. Connected to the basic
module are specialized features for ship specific needs. For example tanker package, bulk package,
container package, general cargo package and off-shore package etc. LOADMASTER is executed in
Windows 2000/XP. Several scaleable windows can be opened at the same time. The complete condition
is calculated after each entry, and the result is displayed instantly. The calculation of the condition is based
on direct calculation on the hull (3-D description of the hull is included, i.e. no hydrostatic tables). Shear
forces and bending moments is calculated at approximately 100 points and not only class appointed
frames. KG values and FS effects in tanks are calculated as a function of level of liquid in tanks.
Ship’s picture 3-D:

Ship showed in 3-D picture. User can display frames,
compartments and tanks. Hull can be visualized or semi
transparent. Ship’s picture can be freely rotated and
zoomed.
Ship’s picture 2-D:

Drawing of the vessel showing one side view as well as
one or more horizontal plans. The window is interactive and
follows the user’s commands when loading/discharging the
tanks/compartments.
Functional description
Calculated results window

The calc. results window has “always on top” functionality. The window displays the most essential results. In
addition the window is very flexible and can include some 50 different results on user’s request by selecting tick
boxes in the stability window. The window has built in colour warnings with fixed rules and regulation prescribed
limits (red) as well as user-defined warning limits (yellow). On request national regulations for the stability
calculations can be implemented.
Stress diagram Stability Diagram

This combined window includes shear force and Window displaying static and dynamic curves as well
bending moment results. Presentation is done in graph as initial transverse metacentric height – G’M. All
and table format. Calculated values are compared to curves are included in one graph. The values of static
seagoing and harbour limits. Weight and buoyancy and dynamic stability levers at the given angle of heel
results are given in section display. All diagrams include are shown in a table as well. Apart from stability the
ship’s picture for easy reference. window consider freeboard diagram and weather
criterion plotting according to IMO
Store tanks window

Window dedicated for entering diesel oil, lube oil,
ballast and fresh water. The user can select to use max
or actual free surface moment. Input of tank contents
through a spreadsheet. Input is either through an on-line
interace to level gauging system or by manual means
using weight, volume, % filling or level (if applicable).
Cut-and-Paste functionality implemented. The window
is open for user’s modification and semi interactive with
ship’s picture.
Colour association for ports, cargo,

Dry stores window
IMDG. Window for entering the load of crew, provisions,
The feature allows the user to have three different
equipment, etc. The user can add and group dry store
colour tables, all specified by the user. Each entry is
items in order to keep the LOADMASTER X5 updated
given a colour, a full name, a three-letter code and a
during the ship’s lifetime.
one-letter code. The colours follows throughout the
entire program for easy reference.
Correction on drafts
Correction on drafts window can be used to find the
difference between actual and entered cargo by com-
paring the “real” draft from draftmarks with the calcu-
lated drafts. It can also be used to calculate remaining
deadweight.
Visibility
Visibility calculations according to regulations from IMO
and Panama. Featuring possibility for manual change of
the conning position and any temporary obstruction.
Summary window Voyage condition

Table format window showing weights, centres of This window is used to select a loadline and to specify
gravity and their corresponding moments. Display of the icing condition and also to specify user defined
lightship and all other weights inserted in dedicated limits for draft, heel, max trim (fore/aft), min/max GM
windows. and max SF/BM.
Loading condition printout function

A report gallery made for hard copy presentation of
ship’s condition.
Help function.
On keystroke (F1) the LOADMASTER X5 displays
the correct chapter for your support. Colour printout
function of the active window is also available.
Loading condition library

Feature for saving and restoring conditions in
LOADMASTER X5. The fuction also supports export
and import of conditions generated on other computers
using the ship’s LOADMASTER program.
Window configuration library

The LOADMASTER X5 user can save and restore
window configurations. Each on-boad user can have his
personal settings and window configuration. All in order
to have the most user friendly setup for each person.
Subject to alteration without notice.

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Ship’s picture 3-D:

Ship’s picture 2-D:

Calculated results window

Stress diagram Stability Diagram

Store tanks window

Colour association for ports, cargo,

Summary window Voyage condition

Loading condition printout function

Loading condition library

Window configuration library

Subject to alteration without notice.

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