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Seacas Introduces Tender Tracking and Monitoring Solution
SeaCAS announced its entry into the asset tracking and monitoring arena with the introduction of the Rendez-vous Tender Information System. Harnessing the power of the Automatic Identification System (AIS) and radio communications technology, the Rendez-vous provides yacht captains and owners with real-time information on the location and condition of their tenders. Designed for vessels with one or more tenders, the Rendez-vous' innovative design delivers enhanced safety, added security and greater peace of mind. The SeaCAS Rendez-vous establishes a private wireless data network that travels with a yacht from destination to destination. The system provides a number of powerful tracking and security capabilities such as rapid notification from a tender in need of assistance, real-time information on tender arrival at a rendezvous point, and remote monitoring of tender instruments including bilge and fuel levels, battery voltage and oil pressure. The SeaCAS Rendez-vous system works with a vessel's existing AIS-ready navigation system and enables the display of tender location within a 20 nm radius. The radio transmitter and receiver installed on each tender includes a GPS, and is capable of broadcasting position information to all other radio receivers within a private Rendez-vous network. This virtual networking functionality allows the range of the Rendez-vous system to extend exponentially (as long as the maximum distance between any two tenders is within 20 nm). Features of the Rendez-vous Tender Information System include a rugged, stainless steel radio enclosure; a high-sensitivity antenna that provides a 20 nm communications range as well as other communications options including instant messaging between radios and a power management capability that conserves battery power when a tender is idle. For more information visit www.rendezvoustenders.com
Walker Engineering
The Walker Fuelsep System utilizes a technology that is designed to improve the combustion of diesel fuel for optimum engine performance and fuel savings of five percent or more. It is like having permanent fuel treatment system onboard. The Fuelsep refines the diesel fuel to a higher level before combustion, so it burns more completely. As a result, it reduces the diesel exhaust soot commonly deposited on superstructures, equipment, and rear deck areas. The units have a 5,000-hour life, use no magnets, and is designed for all diesel engines and gensets, from 200 hp auxiliary engines to 3000 hp CAT 3500 series engines or their equivalents. Fuelsep technology has been U.S. Navy tested, and has a positive effect on various diesels, including Detroit Diesel, Caterpillar, Cummins, Deutz, MTU and Volvo. For more information, visit www.walkerairsep.com
Algae-X
Algae-X International introduces the TK-180 XT; a complete packaged fuel polishing system for re-circulating, cleaning and/or transferring diesel fuel and light oils. With a flow rate of 180 gallons per hour, the system efficiently removes water, sludge and sediments from diesel powered vessels, stand-by generators, trucks, buses and heavy equipment with up to 200 gallon (750 l) fuel tanks. Portable, lightweight and operating on 12 volt DC power, the TK-180 XT is capable of being used almost anywhere. The system is simple to operate and packaged with all of the necessary components & accessories, so it's ready to go right out of the box. With a suggested retail price of $949, it brings industrial style fuel polishing capabilities to the consumer. For more info email john@algae-x.net
Furuno's Fish Finder for NavNet Systems
In 2006, Furuno laid the groundwork for new sounders with the introduction of their FCV620 and FCV585 digital fish finders. These units featured FDF (Furuno Digital Filter) Technology. FDF is the latest in digital signal processing technology that delivers noise-free underwater images. In less than a year, Furuno's FDF technology was so well received that it won the National Marine Electronics Associations 2006 Best Fish Finder award for the FCV585. Now, Furuno is bringing this same FDF technology to their popular NavNet system with the new DFF1 Digital Fish Finder module.
For more info email ltill@furuno.com
FuelTrax Uses Iridium for Data Transmission
Iridium is providing satellite data connections for a marine fuel management system that enables ship operators to monitor and optimize fuel usage on their vessels at sea. Nautical Control Solutions, an Iridium value-added reseller, developed the FuelTrax vessel monitoring system. FuelTrax uses accurate, state-of-the-art fuel flow sensors and engine room electronics to collect real-time information on ships' fuel consumption, speed and heading. On-board electronics enable vessel operations to analyze fuel and speed performance, and determine the optimum throttle settings for maximum fuel efficiency. This capability accounts for the collective forces acting on the vessel. www.FuelTrax.com
AquaMaKKs
Wichita Clutch, part of Altra Industrial Motion, announces the availability of new AquaMaKKs water-cooled clutches and brakes, which provide accurate torque control for constant tensioning. AquaMaKKs are ideally suited for heavy-duty, continuous slip tension applications in oil and gas, metal processing and forming, forestry, and marine deck machinery. AquaMaKKs can be put to use in a variety of industries: Marine Deck Machinery: High heat dissipation and accurate tension controls make AquaMaKKs perfect for positioning and mooring winches.
For more information email rdrake@drakecreative.com
New Filler Metal Product Catalog
Hobart Brothers' newly revised product catalog for its Hobart brand of filler metals is now available. The 48-page catalog includes technical specifications, and features and benefits for Hobart mild steel and low alloy stick electrodes, stainless steel products, and tubular wires, including flux-cored and metalcored products. Other catalog features include easy-to-read explanations of American Welding Society (AWS) classifications, along with typical application descriptions for each product, and important AWS, ABS (American Bureau of Shipping), and QPL military approvals and conformances. To assist with application and inventory needs, the catalog also provides multiple packaging options for each type of filler metal. In addition, the tubular wire section provides charts to help estimate filler metal consumption based on common joint configurations. For more info email monicad@imipr.com
August 2007 � MarineNews � 35