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Post by Dane on Jun 27, 2017 17:18:25 GMT -8
The garage door on the Orca is currently stuck in the upwards position. I am curious what the procedure is in three cases - guess we will know soon.
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Post by Low Light Mike on Jun 27, 2017 19:28:04 GMT -8
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Post by Low Light Mike on Jun 28, 2017 6:07:30 GMT -8
The sound of the Salish Orca arriving. A real-time video with real-sound (and real ship and real human coughing while pushing real buttons on the camera).
- at Little River at dusk on June 24, 2017
If you want to hear the song of the Orca, or see the ship arriving slowly but surely, this is for you. Beep Beep Beep Beep Beep
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Post by Low Light Mike on Jun 28, 2017 16:10:41 GMT -8
S'Orca features prominently in this dusk timelapse video, shot near the ferry terminal in Little River
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Post by Low Light Mike on Jul 1, 2017 20:49:08 GMT -8
A few more on-board Orca photo observations: The stairway to enternity: not as bad as it looks. You just keep going... - But there are 2 elevators to use instead. Oh, wait. DSC01301 by Mike Bonkowski, on Flickr Evening sun as we make our way towards Powell River (June 2, 2017) - the views are fabulous from either end. What a wide angle of view. . by Mike Bonkowski, on Flickr
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Post by Low Light Mike on Jul 13, 2017 9:33:17 GMT -8
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Post by Shane on Jul 23, 2017 7:45:46 GMT -8
I was drove past the Westview terminal this morning and noticed that the Salish Orca was operating as a single ended vessel. She backed out of the Westview dock and turned around before making her way to Little River. Anyone know what the reason of that could be?
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Post by Kahn_C on Jul 28, 2017 20:54:14 GMT -8
I was drove past the Westview terminal this morning and noticed that the Salish Orca was operating as a single ended vessel. She backed out of the Westview dock and turned around before making her way to Little River. Anyone know what the reason of that could be? They're still doing it, seems No. 1 end is the only end allowed to go forward. Apparently they're 'backing' her in at Little River.
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Post by hwy19man on Jul 31, 2017 14:05:11 GMT -8
Please be advised that the Salish Orca has greatly reduced their menu as they are experiencing an issue with their fresh water pump.
We appreciate your patience and apologize for any inconvenience you may experience while traveling with us during this time.
The menu available will include those in refrigerators such as sandwiches, salads, yogurts etc. and all beverages in containers including pop, juice, milk and water.
The washrooms on board are still functional. Hand sanitizer has been made available to accommodate the reduction in the fresh water supply pressure to these facilities.
www.bcferries.com/bcfservicenotice?id=1069647
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Post by priver on Aug 8, 2017 8:38:24 GMT -8
I know the Salish Orca has still been acting as a single ended boat for a few weeks now and that they can't go reverse with the one pod. Does anyone know what up with it?
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Post by Ferryman on Aug 8, 2017 9:26:45 GMT -8
I know the Salish Orca has still been acting as a single ended boat for a few weeks now and that they can't go reverse with the one pod. Does anyone know what up with it? The pods aren't actually designed to "go into reverse" to begin with. In order for there to be reverse thrust, the pod must be rotated 180 degress to send thrust in the opposing direction that the vessel is traveling in. So, I'm unsure of what the issue would be there, other than it's a bad rumour
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Post by Shane on Aug 11, 2017 20:57:13 GMT -8
I'll try and make it down to Westview this weekend to see if I can get some shots or video of the Salish Orca. As of today this are still operating her as a single ended vessel.
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Post by Scott on Aug 11, 2017 21:44:46 GMT -8
As of today this are still operating her as a single ended vessel. She's operating with the No. 1 end forward to help ventilate the galley. With open exterior doors, this allows a breeze to enter the cafeteria and into the galley.
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Post by Low Light Mike on Aug 12, 2017 1:39:16 GMT -8
As of today this are still operating her as a single ended vessel. She's operating with the No. 1 end forward to help ventilate the galley. With open exterior doors, this allows a breeze to enter the cafeteria and into the galley. A mention of the problem here, from the Union website: from HERE
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Post by Starsteward on Aug 12, 2017 6:15:38 GMT -8
She's operating with the No. 1 end forward to help ventilate the galley. With open exterior doors, this allows a breeze to enter the cafeteria and into the galley. A mention of the problem here, from the Union website: from HERE It would seem that we have in the Salish Class vessels what could be called a 'design flaw'. This is the first time in my memory that excessive galley heat has become an operational concern to the extent that a heat stress protocol was engaged. ( Where were these excessive heat stress plans back in the day when galleys and dining rooms became virtual saunas)? The heat in the upper dining room on the 'Sechelt Queen' reached numbers that could have classified that old round enclave as a 'clothing optional' site. Seriously though, is this inability to disperse excessive heat build-up in these new galleys going to require a major refit or? New class of vessels, uncovers new problems, which has presented a new 'issue' with all new classes of vessels.
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Post by WettCoast on Aug 12, 2017 7:29:58 GMT -8
A mention of the problem here, from the Union website: from HERE It would seem that we have in the Salish Class vessels what could be called a 'design flaw'. This is the first time in my memory that excessive galley heat has become an operational concern to the extent that a heat stress protocol was engaged. ( Where were these excessive heat stress plans back in the day when galleys and dining rooms became virtual saunas)? The heat in the upper dining room on the 'Sechelt Queen' reached numbers that could have classified that old round enclave as a 'clothing optional' site. Seriously though, is this inability to disperse excessive heat build-up in these new galleys going to require a major refit or? New class of vessels, uncovers new problems, which has presented a new 'issue' with all new classes of vessels. Heat stress evaluation & control was a major focus during the summer months during my work as an industrial hygiene tech at the Rio Tinto (formerly Alcan) aluminium smelter in Kitimat. We are talking molten metal here folks ... On a BC Ferry, a brand new one? In the galley? Not the engine room? I had to check my calendar to see that it is not April 1st today. They will either have to fix the HVAC system on these vessels, or prop the jail house doors open full time. I don't want galley staff shedding large drops of sweat in my clam chowder ...
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Post by northwesterner on Aug 12, 2017 8:17:29 GMT -8
Heat stress evaluation & control was a major focus during the summer month during my work as an industrial hygiene tech at the Rio Tinto (formerly Alcan) aluminium smelter in Kitimat. We are talking molten metal here folks ... On a BC Ferry, a brand new one? In the galley? Not the engine room? I had to check my calendar to see that it is not April 1st today. They will either have to fix the HVAC system on these vessels, or prop the jail house doors open full time. I don't want galley staff shedding large drops of sweat in my clam chowder ... My food handler's permit lapsed many, many years ago. But I never worked in a commercial kitchen that wasn't very, very hot. So... how hot are we talking about here?
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Post by Starsteward on Aug 12, 2017 9:42:09 GMT -8
Heat stress evaluation & control was a major focus during the summer month during my work as an industrial hygiene tech at the Rio Tinto (formerly Alcan) aluminium smelter in Kitimat. We are talking molten metal here folks ... On a BC Ferry, a brand new one? In the galley? Not the engine room? I had to check my calendar to see that it is not April 1st today. They will either have to fix the HVAC system on these vessels, or prop the jail house doors open full time. I don't want galley staff shedding large drops of sweat in my clam chowder ... My food handler's permit lapsed many, many years ago. But I never worked in a commercial kitchen that wasn't very, very hot. So... how hot are we talking about here? Commercial kitchens and galleys are generally notoriously on the hot side but not to the extent that staff are exhibiting signs of heat exhaustion. Good HVAC systems should be capable of keeping heat levels within tolerable ranges, yes, there are a few exceptions especially if open flame type grills are being used. Mr. 'WettCoast' notes that engine rooms can be intolerably hot, but todays' new vessels some equipped with some pretty high tech systems that produce a good working environment. And....btw. Jim, sweat wasn't the only thing that sometimes went into the clam chowder.
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Post by Kahn_C on Aug 13, 2017 17:27:43 GMT -8
My wife and kids are reporting that the Orca's galley is operating without the grill and deep-fryer, apparently due to the heat issue. Is this something unique to the Orca or has anyone heard of the Eagle and Raven having the same problem?
I've also heard a rumor that the Orca has a 'significant' refit coming up ~October.
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Post by Low Light Mike on Aug 13, 2017 17:51:28 GMT -8
My wife and kids are reporting that the Orca's galley is operating without the grill and deep-fryer, apparently due to the heat issue. Is this something unique to the Orca or has anyone heard of the Eagle and Raven having the same problem? I've also heard a rumor that the Orca has a 'significant' refit coming up ~October. Thanks for that. It's interesting when all these clues are starting to come together to indicate that there really is a problem and that a not-so-simple fix will be needed.
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Post by Dane on Aug 13, 2017 20:27:14 GMT -8
Unique to Orca yes - at least insofar as spinning and closed grills. .
I suspect "major refits" are coming for all three which will be more akin to necessary warranty items than anything. Which isn't unusual. But we will see. Reviews on the Gulf Islands seem to be quite positive on the whole.
Curious to see if they get an elevator solution pretty quick here. That's got to be the biggest issue across all three.
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Post by Ferryman on Aug 13, 2017 22:44:38 GMT -8
Unique to Orca yes - at least insofar as spinning and closed grills. . I suspect "major refits" are coming for all three which will be more akin to necessary warranty items than anything. Which isn't unusual. But we will see. Reviews on the Gulf Islands seem to be quite positive on the whole. Curious to see if they get an elevator solution pretty quick here. That's got to be the biggest issue across all three. Actually, I was traveling on the Salish Raven last weekend, and they were only offering a "Summer Menu", which is essentially no burgers or fries. The same menu is also being offered on the Salish Eagle. There was even a mention over the PA about the high temps being experienced in the galley
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Post by Dane on Aug 14, 2017 0:07:14 GMT -8
Strange. I had a cheeseburger yesterday, but it was also cooler than usual.
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Post by Mike C on Aug 28, 2017 21:00:10 GMT -8
About a month ago I managed to get my first ride on the Orca, on Route 17. During this time, smoke from fires from the Central Interior created smog and poor air quality. I had taken my vacation to Comox in hopes to escape the fires here in the North, but alas, the smoke followed me from the Peace region all the way south, but hey, that's the way it goes. Anyway, conditions, combined with the westbound 'spinning' at Westview and Little River created some interesting photo opportunities: Salish Orca - Little River, Comox by Michael Coulson, on Flickr Salish Orca - Little River, Comox by Michael Coulson, on Flickr Salish Orca - Little River, Comox by Michael Coulson, on Flickr Here she is arriving in Westview: Salish Orca - Westview, Powell River by Michael Coulson, on Flickr Salish Orca - Westview, Powell River by Michael Coulson, on Flickr
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Post by Curtis on Sept 6, 2017 23:27:00 GMT -8
A little over a week ago, I decided to capture the Salish Orca's single-ender style departure out of Westview. An odd sight we may not see again once things start to cool off. All Photos are © CS16 Photography and may only be used with Permission from the Owner.Loading at Westview. Salish Orca Loading at Westview. by Curtis Simonetta, on Flickr Gotta love when the sunlight hits the vessel just right. Salish Orca Loading at Westview. by Curtis Simonetta, on Flickr Beginning her astern departure. Just as the sun becomes obscured behind some cloud. Salish Orca Departing Westview. by Curtis Simonetta, on Flickr Salish Orca Departing Westview. by Curtis Simonetta, on Flickr Mid-swing and head-on. Salish Orca Departing Westview. by Curtis Simonetta, on Flickr Finishing her swing out of the berth. Salish Orca Departing Westview. by Curtis Simonetta, on Flickr I guess one plus of this arrangement is that the Orcas aren't going in reverse from Powell River to Comox. Salish Orca Departing Westview. by Curtis Simonetta, on Flickr Salish Orca Enroute to Little River. by Curtis Simonetta, on Flickr And away she goes. Salish Orca Enroute to Little River. by Curtis Simonetta, on Flickr That's all for now!
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