Difference between minimum and maximum pressures for an air compressor. Also called cut in-cut out or load-no load pressure range.

An order to hold a vessel on the course she is heading.

Abbreviation for "Currency Adjustment Factor." A charge, expressed as a percentage of a base rate, that is applied to compensate ocean carriers of currency fluctuations.

When used in pricing terms such as "Ex Factory" or "Ex Dock," it signifies that the price quoted applies only at the point of origin indicated.

Thin sheets of copper applied to the hull of a wooden ship below the waterline to prevent the toredo worm eating the planks, and also to limit the growth of weed, barnacles or other marine life.

(1) The land in general, but usually refers to that part adjacent to the water. (2) A timber used in damage control to brace bulkheads and decks. (3) One of the many wooden props by which the ribs or frames of a vessel are externally supported while build ...

Logistics Over The Shore.

Loan issued against some security

Railroad terminal where containers are received or delivered and trains loaded or discharged. Originally, trailers moved onto the rearmost flatcar via a ramp and driven into position in a technique known as "circus loading." Most modern rail facilities us ...

2,000 pounds.

ACRONYM - British thermal unit. The amount of heat required to raise the temperature of one pound of water one degree Fahrenheit under set conditions of temperature and pressure.

Old expression for the engraving of the wind-rose on charts.

An expression of surprise or unbelief, as when a ship strikes a rock or shoal so hard that her timbers shiver.

An order to make haste.

The tackle used for running guns in and out.

The forwardmost or front part of the vessel. Opposite of Stern

Heavy-duty wire used to lower heavy instruments overboard from the trawl winch.

Compression of a flat or standard bale of cotton to approximately 32 pounds per cubic foot. Usually applies to cotton exported or shipped coastwise.

An instrument that uses sound waves to measure the distance to the bottom.

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