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title: Concept Study for HVAC Platform Closed Deck vs. Open Deck
description: Discover our HVAC platform design for harsh environments, comparing open vs closed deck solutions. Explore innovations and rapid delivery.
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# [Concept Study for HVAC Platform Closed Deck vs. Open Deck](https://www.semcomaritime.com/cases/closed-deck-vs-open-deck)

 Written by [Semco Maritime](https://www.semcomaritime.com/cases/author/semco-maritime) | Aug 1, 2024 10:00:00 PM

## Customer: ConfidentialLocation: EuropePeriod: 2024

###### The solution

Conceptual design of an HVAC platform for harsh metocean environment. Comparing an open deck solution vs closed deck solution highlighting the technical, operational, economic and risk differences.

###### Competences and systems

- High-voltage, medium voltage
- Open deck vs closed deck topsides
- Main & Aux. equipment
- OSS layouts
- Jackets and topsides costs
- CAPEX & OPEX estimations
- Risks analysis & evaluation

###### Highlights

- Concept study was delivered within a very short time frame
- Exploring new designs and technologies

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