A type of knot that tightens under load. It is formed by running the standing line through the loop formed in a regular bowline, or by tying around a bight in the line.

A set of wheels that support the front of a container; used when the automotive unit is disconnected.

A compressor control mechanism designed to control performance output of the compressor to the demands of the plant process.

A container insulated on the walls, roof, floor, and doors, to reduce the effect of external temperatures on the cargo.

The best of its type of fishing boat. Word originates from a time when the crew used to fish from the deck of a vessel. The best fisherman got the highest place on deck, up in the bow, so his line was the highest above the sea.

A mast that is in place is stepped.

A type of journal bearing in centrifugal air compressors.

A squadron of small ships.

Successive shipments are permitted under letters of credit. Usually they must take place within a given period of time.

The stationary seating surface, the inlet of a valve.

(1) To tip the boat over so that the boat is upside down with the mast pointing down to the sea bottom. (2) A bag in which a spinnaker or other large sail can be stowed with the lines attached so that it can be rapidly raised.

The structure on deck where the donkey engine is located.

An ornamental knot to provide a stopper on the end of a line.

Slang expression to indicate that a ship was not fitted with any mechanical aids, and that all the work of the ship had to be done with the strong arms of the crew.

Through transportation of a container and its contents from consignor to consignee. Also known as House to House. Not necessarily a through rate.

A line connecting points of equal magnetic variation on a map.

The settings on a pressure switch used to either load or unload the air compressor on a constant speed application, or start or stop the compressor on a start/stop application. The cut out pressure is also known as the maximum pressure, or the point at wh ...

A transportation line that hauls export or import traffic between ports and inland points.

Spiked pole used for propelling a barge or boat by resting its outboard end on an unyielding object.

A single complete operation consisting of progressive phases starting and ending at the neutral position.