The porous device which perform the actual process of filtration.

Also known as LTL or LCL.

A comparison of a carrier's operating expense with its net sales. The most general measure of operating efficiency.

Capacity of a compressor is the full rated volume of flow of gas compressed and delivered at certain set conditions.

Atmosphere

A schedule of all ports to be visited on a ship's cruise, with dates of arrival and departure and the local agents' names and addresses

A document that establishes the terms of a contract between a shipper and a transportation company. It serves as a document of title, a contract of carriage and a receipt for goods.

Shore crane with a wide span.

The total power absorbed by a compressor, including the power absorbed by all pumps, fans, coolers and the like.

Slang for the leg irons which were used to secure men under punishment.

Is used to cool compressed air or gas. Designed to reduce the temperature and liquefy condensate vapors.

Above this pressure, the system may rupture or burst.

A ceremony performed on board ships when passengers or crew are crossing the equator for the first time during a voyage.

The gauge pressure at which a pressure vessel is maintained in normal operation.

A charge made for a service performed in a carrier's terminal area.

A navigational instrument which provides a bearing to a radio beacon.

ACRONYM - non-lubricated compressor.

A point of sail where the boat is sailing at a right angle to the wind (wind coming from abeam). A beam reach is usually the fastest point of sail. A beam reach is a point of sail between a broad reach and a close reach.

Having to do with boats, ships, or sailing.

In blue water beyond the 100-fathom line.