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10K PSI Triplex Positive Displacement Pump
The new 10,000 psi Model 1810 pump has been added to Cat Pump's line of triplex positive displacement pumps. This pump delivers smooth, low pulsation flow of three gpm at 10,000 psi. The 1810 pump has a low unswept volume resulting in maximum volumetric efficiency.
www.catpumps.com Hydra Wrap Repair Kits
the cooling pumps according to the actual temperature of the seawater. This means that no energy is wasted cooling the engine at maximum speed when there is no need for it.
www.grundfos.com ITT Rule New Rule-Mate Bilge Pumps
HydraWrap is a carbon fiber reinforced polymer which incorporates high performance epoxies and carbon fiber fabric into an ultra high-strength composite repair. Marine Hydrawrap Repair Kits can be used offshore with no hot work and no special tools.
www.hydratechllc.com Heavy-Duty Water Strainer from Perko
ITT Rule released its newly redesigned, functionally updated RuleMate line of automated bilge pumps. The new pumps include 500 gph, 750 gph and 1,100 gph models. The new RuleMate pumps utilize a solid-state water sensing device, threaded discharge ports, anti-fouling impellers and a new robust industrial design, among other improvements.
www.rule-industries.com Pipe-Flo by Engineered Software
Designed for easy installation, cleaning and maintenance, the new, heavy-duty four-inch intake water strainer is the latest in Perko's large boat strainer line. Built for use in the harsh marine environment, the strainer is constructed of cast bronze. Aircraftstyle mounting nuts remain secured to the body when the cover is removed.
www.perko.com Grundfos' Speed-Controlled Cooling Solutions
Fluid flow analysis software is used to design, optimize, troubleshoot and simulate the operation of fluid or industrial gas piping systems. Use Pipe-Flo to balance water systems, model boiler fuel systems or simulate ballast systems.
www.eng-software.com Marine Toilet Switches Between Fresh and Seawater
Grundfos' speed-controlled cooling solutions for marine applications offer savings of up to 50 percent. The advanced technology automatically adjusts the speed of
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Raritan introduced the Sea/Fresh Marine Elegance, able to switch between sea and fresh water sources with the flip of a switch. The toilet enables users to flush with seawater to conserve onboard water and rinse the bowl
October 2009