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Propulsion Update Volvo Penta Offers Broader Commercial Marine Range—New Engine Suitable For Japan Volvo Penta has launched a new diesel engine for propelling com- mercial boats. The engine has the designation TAMD102A and offers considerable competitive advan- tages for semi-planing and planing boats. The in-line, six-cylinder, 9.6-li- ter turbo diesel is equipped with an after-cooler which increases the power and extends the service life as well as lowering fuel consump- tion and emissions. The engine is available in three configurations— 294 kw (400 bhp), 265 kw (360 bhp) and 235 kw (320 bhp). At the same time, Volvo has in- troduced its 6.7-liter TAMD71 en- gine as a modified, fully classable version for auxiliary power in boats. It is available in two configura- tions—140 kw (187 bhp) at 1,800 r/ min and 110 kw (147 bhp) at 1,500 r/ min. The new engine configurations are part of Volvo's venture in the commercial marine sector. Earlier this year the company introduced its enhanced customer support pro- gram—Cost Control Program— which comprises a three-year war- ranty and Non Stop Parts Service with quick and reliable parts deliv- ery 24 hours a day. The new TAMD102A marine die- sel engine, which Volvo Penta has put into production, has increased the company's already broad com- mercial engine rage—nine engine families ranging from 18 to 612 bhp. They are supplied for propelling fire and rescue boats, pilot and police boats, fishing boats, ferries and tugs and for ships designed for different types of transport. The Light Duty specification of the TAMD 102A is used primarily in semi-planing and planing boats. The Medium Duty specification is used in semi-planing and displacement boats. The TAMD 102A will be of par- VIS Announces Release Of 'System-64' For Vessels Of All Sizes Vessel Information Systems, Inc. (VIS) recently announced the re- lease of the "System-64" for vessels of all sizes. The System-64 inte- grates instrumentation with alarms, for up to 64 points, to provide moni- toring never before available to cap- tains and vessel owners. ticular significance for sales to Ja- pan—a market where Volvo has been active for 30 years and which has grown continuously. With its light-duty configuration of 400 bhp and its bore of 120 mm, the engine meets the requirements made by the authorities for power units fit- ted in the light, fast fishing boats in Japan. For free literature on marine die- sel engines from Volvo Penta, Circle 23 on Reader Service Card The System-64 allows vital ves- sel monitoring to be sent on one cable to one or more color monitors located onboard. This system will watch for problems before they oc- cur and notify the captain and crew. Up to a month's history can be shown on the screen to help troubleshoot various problems with the vessel's machinery. For more information and free literature from VIS, Circle 17 on Reader Service Card 4V Mackay COMMUNICATIONS cfafe^^S Ajp 3 o a a SSjP EB NERA SATURN C INMARSAT Standard C Satellite Communications Terminal • Lightweight, inexpensive satellite communications • The ideal satcom for smaller ships and pleasure craft as well as backup commu- nications for larger vessels • Provides text and data communication • Less than 26 pounds total weight • Compact, robust, and easy to install • Meets IMO carriage requirements for vessels of 300 GRT and over in Sea Area A3 under GMDSS • As simple to use as a typewriter Leaders in maritime communications electronics for over 60 years • U.S. Distributor for EB NERA • Authorized service agents for most manufacturers of marine electronic equipment Service Depots at major ports in the U.S. and worldwide • Mackay Service Fast and Dependable MARINE COMMUNICATIONS BY PROFESSIONALS FOR PROFESSIONALS 441 U.S. Highway 1 Elizabeth, NJ 07202 (908) 527-0300 (212) 571-0130 FAX: (908) 527-8355 (908) 527-9866 TELEX: 4754132 4754584 Litton's Category I EPIRB Fulfills GMDSS EPIRB Requirements Marine Insurance No One Can Be Without. Circle 235 on Reader Service Card 16 Circle 266 on Reader Service Card Maritime Reporter/Engineering News Special Devices To find out more about your particular EPIRB requirements, call Litton at 1 -800-328-0948 or Fax 1 -215-328-4016. Mon.-Fri. 8:30 to 5:00 pm EST. Litton If you are involved in a disaster at sea, there will be very little time. You must be located, identified, and rescued... immediately. Litton's satellite EPIRB (Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacon) provides mariners with the latest in position indicating technology. • Releases automatically or manually. • True global coverage using SARSAT/COSPAS satellite system. • Six year battery storage life. 50% longer than most EPIRBS. • Powerful xenon strobe for visual detection. • Can be mounted at any angle. • Four year limited warranty. • Approved for use in the U.S., Canada and other countries worldwide. • Designed & manufactured in the U.S.A.
