The Small Part Making a Big Difference at Sea

If you’re the one responsible for keeping systems running, you know the gear that matters most isn’t always the biggest or flashiest. Sometimes, it’s the piece you never have to think about. That’s exactly what Winteb vent heads are built for: a fit-and-forget solution that protects your tanks, your crew, and your uptime.

Without a reliable vent head, seawater finds its way into tanks, operations slow down, and crews get stuck dealing with preventable mess.

Why Engineers Trust Winteb

Winteb vent heads are cast from seawater-resistant aluminum, not bronze or iron. That single choice changes everything. Aluminum doesn’t rust, doesn’t pit, and doesn’t leave ugly streaks on deck. It also cuts weight where it counts, improving stability and making installation easier.

The WIN2000 HIAS line is the most compact, high-flow vent head of its kind. Its High Inlet Air Speed (HIAS) technology prevents suction blocking, delivers watertight performance, and allows higher airflow with fewer units per tank. That means fewer penetrations, faster ballast operations, and more efficient design. Variants include heated models for freezing elements, mud valves for heavy liquids, and PV valves for ballast water treatment.

And here’s the kicker: they’re guaranteed maintenance-free for five years. In service, Winteb vent heads have proven to last decades in service - far beyond the warranty - giving shipowners unmatched lifecycle value. No repainting. No sandblasting. No bolt-down headaches. Install them, and move on to the next problem.

Proof in the Field

A cargo vessel crossing the North Atlantic was hammered by relentless seas. Green water poured across the deck, forcing the crew to drain and flush multiple systems once the storm passed. The tanks protected by Winteb vent heads? Still clean. Still dry. Still in service.

The chief engineer said afterward, “We didn’t even have to think about them - and that’s the best compliment I can give. That’s what 20+ years of real-world reliability looks like.”

That’s what you buy when you choose Winteb. Reliability you don’t have to babysit.

What This Means for You

For engineers:

1. Faster ballast operations with no risk of suction block thanks to HIAS technology
2. Proven service lives beyond 20 years
3. Reduced topside weight and more design freedom
4. Fewer inspection headaches and no rust to chase
5. The confidence that tanks will breathe properly under any condition

For shipyards and owners:

1. Lower lifecycle costs with zero planned maintenance
2. Proven service lives beyond 20 years
3. Metric and imperial sizes are available to match your system
4. Local stock and support from World Wide Metric to make sure it fits right the first time

For buyers:

1. Factory-direct pricing without overseas hassle
2. Local inventory for fast delivery
3. Support in your time zone
4. Lower freight costs
5. Global quality + local service

The Comparison Everyone Asks About

Yes, bronze vent heads exist. But bronze is heavy, requires upkeep, and doesn’t deliver the same design flexibility. Winteb’s aluminum construction gives you corrosion-proof performance, lighter weight, and a compact footprint that bronze simply can’t match. Aluminum has become the new global standard because it’s lighter, longer-lasting, and completely corrosion-free - advantages bronze simply can’t match.