Maritime Reporter, August, 2006

<BODY> <div> August 2006 47 MOPS Since 1935 MOPS Marine License Insurance has been providing license defense, income protection and civil liabil- ity defense and indemnity coverages to USCG licensed deck officers, engineering officers and certified tankermen. MOPS offers a wide range of license defense and income protection packages to state and federal pilots. JLMD The JLMD System is a pre-installed system allowing access to the high- est and lowest point of each tank whatever the position of the angle of casualty. The JLMD system can be installed on any kind of cargo or bunker tank. It enables immediate access to the tanks of a sunken ship and quick recovery of its contents. SAM Electronics NACOS features integration for one man bridge operations; new generation of radarpilot series and automatic speed control. To con- trol the vessel´s safe track consid- ering navigation and collision avoidance is the main task of the officer on watch. Altair The Altair Single- Gas Detector from MSA Instrument Division features three sensor options: carbon monoxide, hydrogen sulfide and oxygen. Carbon monoxide and hydrogen sulfide versions can oper- ate for over two years. Advanced design offers superior dust and water protection and high resist- ance to RFI. Dynamold Dynamold, Inc. is a leader in the manufacture of pre-catalyzed- filmed epoxy chocking material for engine and component installation. NVTi Night Vision Technologies (NVTi) introduced new scientific advance- ments. Now each system is equipped with radar integration and object tracking. The recently developed radar integration pro- gram connects the camera to the radar software system. When the radar detects an object, the cameras automatically track to that location. Dickinson Dickinson Marine manufactures diesel cookstoves, heaters and marine products which have been an important part of the commer- cial and pleasure boating industry since 1932. The barbecues are man- ufactured of stain- less steel in an octagonal shape that provides strength and rigidi- ty. MAN B&W MAN B&W’s responsive organiza- tion provides competitive service solutions. The service personnel offer support- each one with an extensive maritime background, developed through many years of marine engineering expe- rience and train- ing. Mustang Mustang Survival Auto Hydrostatic PFD Wins MAATS 2006 Innovation Award For Safety The Mustang Survival Auto Hydrostatic Inflatable Personal Flotation Device (PFD) was recog- nized with the Innovation Award for Safety at the Marine Aftermarket Accessories Tradeshow (MAATS) in Las Vegas. Transas The Transas S-VDR 3100 is designed to meet and exceed the requirements of the IMO resolution MSC.163 (78) as well as A861 (20). It offers additional recording capabili- ties beyond IMO requirements such as ARPA and AIS. It features playback inside Navi-Sailor ECS. It features an ultra compact design. BoatLife BoatLife has added three environ- mentally friendly products to their line. They are: Hull Cleaner, Black Streak Remover and Carpet Spot Remover. The VinyLife Vinyl Cleaner and Protectant was added to the line last year. Arcco Arcco Inc. released three new products in its series of carbide-coated cutting tools designed to excel when used in the manufacture of fiberglass boats and components: the Aggressor 4.5 in., 46-grit Carbide Combo-Wheel, the Aggressor Carbide DA style sand- ing disks and the Aggressor 4.5 in. Carbide Cutoff Wheel. Cat Pumps Cat Pumps introduces the new Mag-Jet Valve for jetting. The Mag-Jet uses a special SS magnet- ic valve and a super strong corro- sion resistant magnet to hold one inlet valve open, creating a strong pulse-jetting action to power noz- zles through the toughest clogs. Weir With a range of engineered prod- ucts, Weir Valves & Controls has developed an extensive global installed base and expertise across a wide range of industry sectors: including Power Generation, Oil & Gas, Refining, Petrochemical, Chemical, Pulp & Paper, and Desalination. Delta Wave Delta Wave Communications launched RigTrac system. It is a solution used for rig and asset tracking. The system beta tested in 2005 Hurricane season in the GoM and performed with zero errors. RigTrac offers a feature in that con- stant monitoring is not required until an asset moves from its designated loca- tion. ASA/Jensen ASA/Jensen Marine's Voyager Observation System can be utilized as a way to keep watch over the engine room or sleeping quarters. Using the system to for potential fire hazards is becoming is a way to stay informed of the boat's inner workings. As another option, the observation system can also be used as a security system. iCan iCan fully-sealing containers are designed to ensure fluid cleanliness between bulk storage units (drums or totes) and the top-off point. In addition, the same seals that keep the dirt out also keep the fluids in. Consider iCan for a better way to store, identi- fy and dis- pense indus- trial fluids. NetWave NetWave Systems intro- duced its NW- 4000 series of Compact Voyage Data Recorders. This VDR con- cept was developed in a co-maker ship between several manufacturers, making use of so Digital Signal Processors, within networked microprocessor architecture. Elmridge All-ReadyComplete First Aid System, developed in partnership with the National Safety Council, contains essential supplies & easy instructions with illustrations. Eleven different care packs. Easily integrates into existing first aid training pro- grams and allows compa- nies to meet OSHA stan- dards. Marine Gangways Marine Gangways maintains an inventory of common component parts allowing for quick response to critical near-term requirements of clients. The company not only pro- vides new products, but can repair and update existing gangway. The products are assembled from com- ponent parts by a G-3 certified welder. Reid Supply Reid Supply Company released a new 88-page catalog consisting of stainless steel parts and devices. The new catalog contains over 6,000 stainless items in categories includ- ing clamps, quick release pins, thread inserts, latches, ball plungers and springs. The cata- log is a subset of the Reid Supply catalog containing industrial components. Bernard Bernard will provide a Q -Gun and samples of Centerfire consumables with the purchase of most industrial wire feeder products and bundled MIG welding systems from Miller Electric Mfg. Co. Bernard has also implemented 'Choose Your Weapon' Gun Exchange program, allowing end-users to get the right gun for their application. Parker Parker Engineered Polymer Systems (EPS) Division has published a 434- page comprehen- sive Rotary Seal Design Guide (Catalog EPS 5350/USA) which is poised to become the sealing industry's pre- mier engineering guide for rotary sealing applications. FCI Watermakers FCI Watermakers offers the Neptune, now available in a wall- mount configuration, ideal when water demands are high, but space is limited. Combining modular flexibility with the convenience of a framed unit, the Neptune is suit- able for large yachts, commer- cial vessels and island homes. CCWS Designed by Coffin World Water Systems (CWWS), ULTRA-SEP Bilge Water Separators were the first systems in the world certified by the USCG to the standard of the IMO's new resolution MEPC.107.(49). USCG certifi- cates of approval issued to all eight available ULTRA-SEP models. 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