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For shipbuilders and shipowners – we offer highly sophisticated, functional and extremely comfortable pilot and helmsman chairs.
Sit comfortably with our maritime seats – travel comfortably and safely.
We provide a wide range of vessels including navy ships, rescue boats, work boats, luxury yachts and commercial ships. Our chairs are manufactured in accordance with strict ISO quality standards as well as the rules of major international classification societies and defence regulations.
From the high-quality leather to the suspension to the stable base – with our seats you will stay safely in the saddle even in the heaviest swells.
We offer maximum standards for durability and ergonomics!
Before diving into the features of our leading models, it is essential to understand why this commitment to quality and ergonomics is crucial for every vessel.
Why Ergonomics Are Non-Negotiable on the Open Sea
When navigating the challenging marine environment, a helm or pilot chair is far more than just a place to sit; it is a critical piece of safety equipment. The open sea is inherently demanding, requiring absolute focus and endurance from the bridge crew over long, often strenuous watches. This is where uncompromising ergonomics become non-negotiable.
A poorly designed seat can lead to muscle strain, back pain, and significant fatigue. These issues are not just a matter of discomfort; they are a direct threat to vessel safety. Fatigue slows reaction times, impairs decision-making, and drastically increases the risk of human error during crucial maneuvers or emergency situations.
The Three Pillars of Ergonomic Seating at Sea:
- Safety and Reaction Time: An optimally adjusted chair ensures the operator is properly positioned for a full field of vision and instantaneous access to controls. Suspension and damping systems (like those found in our models) absorb vibration and movement, keeping the helmsman steady and alert, even in rough weather.
- Crew Well-being and Retention: Investing in high-quality, ergonomic seating demonstrates a commitment to crew health. Seats with extensive adjustability—including features like lumbar support and adjustable tilt—significantly reduce the risk of long-term musculoskeletal issues, leading to improved crew morale and retention.
- Regulatory Compliance and Reliability: The best marine seating is designed and tested against the rigorous ergonomic and technical requirements of leading classification societies. Choosing chairs that meet these standards (such as the Cleemann) is a commitment to reliability and ensures your equipment is fit for continuous, heavy-duty operation.
By ensuring the helmsman remains comfortable, focused, and free from unnecessary physical stress, truly ergonomic marine chairs directly contribute to continuous operational efficiency and, most importantly, the safety of the entire vessel and its cargo.
Introducing the Contenders: Pegasus and Cleemann – Two Pillars of Comfort
Discover two of our most frequently offered seating systems products – marine seats from the Pegasus and Cleemann brands. While both offer superior marine-grade quality and are built to last, they each provide distinct advantages optimized for different bridge requirements.
Pegasus: The Robust, Widely Used Workhorse
The Pegasus Helmsman Chair is built to be a truly tough helmsman/pilot chair for almost any application, setting the standard for durability across the marine sector. It is the go-to solution for vessels requiring a dependable, heavy-duty seat capable of enduring continuous use in challenging environments.
Ergonomics and Full Seat Customization
The design of the Pegasus focuses on precise adaptation to the operator and the workstation. This is achieved through a suite of fully adjustable features:
- Seat top with mechanical suspension (The suspension and damping can be easily adjusted according to the individual body weight).
- Horizontal seat advancement of 190 mm (Ensuring smooth, horizontal seat movement).
- Integrated tilt and height adjustment of the seat top allows for an ideal position at the console.
- Adjustable backrest and adjustable headrest.
- Lumbar support (Providing crucial lower back comfort).
- Adjustable armrests (For personalized support during long watches).
The Ultimate Foundation: High-Performance Lifting Column
The chair’s stability and robust functionality rely on its advanced foundation: a Lifting column telescoping pedestal with a foldable and height adjustable footrest. The column offers superior operational benefits:
- Optimal Strength and Weight: The pedestal is made of aluminium to achieve an optimal power-to-weight ratio while maintaining exceptional rigidity.
- High Load Capacity: Featuring a large profile wall thickness and high mechanical load capacity, this column is built for relentless maritime use.
- Smooth Operation: Includes an integrated, smooth running height adjustment that, combined with the telescopic design, allows for almost any sitting height possible at the bridge console.
- Integrated Swivel: Features an integrated swivel device for 360-degree rotation.
- Ergonomic Footrest: The footrest swivels together with the seat top, ensuring constant ergonomic support during all movements.
The chair described above is the Gerpol Pegasus model, available now for specification and quotation.
Cleemann: Premium Ergonomics and Seamless Functionality
The Cleemann helmsman/pilot chair is a popular and highly-functional choice, designed for the operator who demands high comfort combined with streamlined efficiency. This is a premium seating solution where every detail is engineered to support the user during demanding, continuous watches.
Designed for Comfort and Compliance
The Cleemann stands out because of its absolute commitment to ergonomic excellence and ease of use. This chair is meticulously designed according to the ergonomical and technical requirements of leading classification companies, guaranteeing reliability and adherence to the highest international standards.
A key functional advantage is the ability to maintain continuous focus: All functions can be operated while seated, minimizing distraction and maximizing control during navigation.
Superior Adjustability and Specifications
The Cleemann chair ensures optimal ergonomic posture through a comprehensive range of adjustments and high-quality components:
- Integrated Comfort Features:
- Adjustable back-rest
- Adjustable comfort-armrests
- Headrest
- Backward/forward adjustment and Angle adjustment of seat-top for personalized positioning.
- Premium Material: The chair comes with luxurious, durable Leather upholstery in black.
- Optional Upgrade: Enhance comfort further with the »ergo-package«, which includes specialized lumbar support and comfort seat cushion for special demands.
Functional Foundation and Dimensions
The solid foundation provides exceptional range and stability:
- Lifting Column & Movement:
- Features a robust Lifting-column.
- Includes a 360° revolving-mechanism for full mobility on the bridge.
- A Foldable footrest (swivels together with the seat) ensures constant leg support regardless of the chair’s rotation.
- Sitting Height: The chair offers an impressive adjustment range of 310 mm between its minimum and maximum heights:
- Sitting height min.: 680 mm
- Sitting height max.: 990 mm
The chair described above is the Cleemann CCS020-02-F00-1-680 model, available now for specification and quotation.
Final Call: Elevate Your Bridge with Alfa Marine OnBoard
Investing in high-performance seating solutions like the Gerpol Pegasus and Cleemann CCS020-02-F00-1-680 is not merely an upgrade—it is a strategic decision that maximizes crew endurance, enhances operational safety, and ensures compliance with global standards. At Alfa Marine OnBoard, we understand that every vessel, from navy ships to commercial liners, has unique requirements. We are committed to providing maximum standards for durability and ergonomics tailored to your specific application.
Don’t compromise on the comfort and safety of your crew. Contact our specialized team today for a detailed consultation, custom specifications, or a competitive quote on our leading helmsman and pilot seating systems.
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