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Boats & Barges Textron Lycoming-Powered Seiner Delivered By Kodiak Marine Achieves Speeds Over 50 Knots Kodiak Marine Construction of Sequim, Wash., recently delivered what is thought to be the world's fastest fishing boat. The 58-foot- long, 3,000-hp jet-driven seiner, named Order of Magnitude, is to be used for the Alaskan herring and salmon fisheries. The vessel is powered by a single Textron Lycoming EF35 gas tur- bine main engine, thought to be a first for fishing boats. The engine has powered the Order of Magni- tude to over 50 knots. The Alaskan herring and salmon fisheries are strictly controlled, with some opening periods lasting just hours, so builder, owner/skipper Ray Wadsworth, who is also presi- dent of Kodiak Marine, went for extra speed to get to newly opened fishing areas well ahead of the com- petition. He also hopes to make the most of these grounds, as the Order of Magnitude's overall length is the maximum permitted there. In addition to her 3,000-hp main engine, the boat has a 420-hp Cummins KT diesel coupled to the gearbox in a CODAG arrangement to allow either engine to drive an American Hydrojet water jet unit. The Cummins engine alone powers to 12 knots. Mr. Wadsworth chose the waterjet system to achieve efficiency at high and low speeds, and the American Hydrojet system is the Skipper/owner Ray Wadsworth's 58-foot, 3,000-hp fast fishing boat Order of Magnitude, built by Kodiak Marine Construction of Sequim, Wash. Her fish-spotting tower/mast folds down aft to help her gas turbine engine power her to over 50 knots. first in a new series from this com- pany, featuring a 32-inch-diameter jet. Kodiak Marine Construction con- structed her hull mainly from alu- minum, with GRP (fiberglass) used for the topsides at the bow to get the required hull shape. GRP is also used for the superstructure. At high speed, when running on the turbine, Order of Magnitude's fish spotting tower/mast folds down aft, exposing the air intake for the gas turbine. For more information on the new seiner and free literature on the facilities and capabilities of Kodiak Marine Construction, Circle 25 on Reader Service Card PORTLIGHTS Cornell-Carr Company, Inc., maker of the world's finest marine windows and doors, is now manufacturing a full line of aluminum, bronze and steel portllghts. With the aid of an in-house foundry operation we are able to produce a quality product with prompt delivery. Standard sizes are 12, 14 and 16 inches; other sizes are available upon request. CC-7135 Weld-in Airport with optional deadlight cover and screen Q CC-7136 Bolt-in Airport with optional deadlight and screen cover u CC-7137 Weld-in Fixed Portlight with optional deadlight cover CC-7138 V Bolt-in Fixed Portlight flush mounting 8 CC-7139 Bolt-in Fixed Portlight with optional deadlight cover To order Cornell-Carr portllghts specify: drawing number; weld-in or bolt-In; fixed or opening; clear opening size; and material of main frame, lens frame, and cover. Call or write for a free brochure. Cornell-Carr Co., Inc., P.O. Box 253, Monroe, CT 06468 Phone: (203)261-2529; FAX: (203)261-7495 Circle 305 on Reader Service Card 10 FAST SYSTEMS, INC. 3240 North Broadway St. Louis, MO 631 47 Telephone: C31 43 621-2536 FAX: C31 43 621 -1 352 Telex: 44-7224 Alan Fleischer, President Al Spaete, Mgr., Sales S. Service SEWAGE TREATMENT FAST (Fixed Activated Sludge Treatment) remains the standard for marine sewage treatment. The system meets and exceeds the most stringent requirements worldwide. It is certified by the U.S. Coast Guard, Environ- ment Canada and the British Department of Trade. OIL/WATER SEPARATION In the same tradition, FAST's Oil/Water Separator sets a new standard for disposal of oily wastewater. It is the only certified separator which will break chemical emulsions. The Separator converts gray emulsions into clear water and black oil. The water will meet the most stringent requirements established by any known marine or land authority worldwide. The oil will support combustion. With this unit aboard, machinery, decks and bilges can be cleaned with detergents with no danger of violating regulations. SALES AND SERVICE We also offer you a comprehensive inventory of spare parts for quick delivery worldwide, plus expert field service personnel on constant call on-the-spot assistance anywhere. for Circle 258 on Reader Service Card Maritime Reporter/Engineering News
