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New Temporary Protection System Gains Ground In Maritime Industry MegaFilm is a temporary flame retardant floor and wall protection system developed to specifi- cally solve the unique problems encountered in marine refurbishment work and new ship con- struction. MegaFilm was designed to protect all surfaces from light to heavy construction traffic areas, while providing safe, non-slip walking. It also doubles as a vertical bulkhead, wall and equipment protective covering. MegaFilm's de- sign has a series of raised pyramids embossed into its surface which helps anchor the material and makes it non-slip to worker and pedestrian traffic. On the reverse side the pyramids are recessed, which when the material is overlapped and taped, produces an interlocked trip-free seam. This simple method saves time and effort during installation, and reportedly increases safety. MegaFilm is made from special flame retar- dant polyethylene materials resulting in a flex- ible, lightweight and durable membrane that is reportedly fast and easy to install and remove. MegaFilm is also waterproof, oil, solvent and paint resistant. MegaFilm is available in four different thick- ness grades and in standard widths of three- and six-feet. Roll sizes are kept to manageable weights. MegaFilm can be custom printed with company logos and safety warning messages. The U.S. Navy's Naval Sea Systems Com- mand has given official approval for the use of MegaFilm on naval ships during refurbishment and for new construction. MegaFilm is now widely specified by many leading cruise lines who have seen the virtues of using this new system. Companies such as Cunard, Princess, Kloster, Royal Caribbean Cruise Lines and Chandris are just a few companies that now use this system. When Cunards' Queen Elizabeth II went aground off the Massachusetts coast last summer, MegaFilm was specified and used to Yarrow Shipbuilder's warship/frigate being externally protected with MegaFilm. protect the ship from workmen activity while temporary repairs were made. Kloster Cruise Ltd.'s vessel Dreamward was recently completed by Chantiers de l'Atlantique and was protected by MegaFilm in its finishing stages. Kloster also specifies MegaFilm for use in refurbishment of its existing vessels. Holland America Line's vessel "Maasdam," under con- struction by Fincantieri, is using MegaFilm for temporary protection of interior finishes. The product has found uses on a variety of vessels including ferries, yachts, research vessels, tank- ers, cargo ships and gas carriers. MegaFilm's use has not been restricted to the maritime industry. The product is also being used extensively within the construction indus- try on projects from oil rig accommodation mod- ules to hotels, shopping malls and office build- ings. For more information on MegaFilm, Circle 56 on Reader Service Card General Plasma Gets ABS Certification; Announces Appointment The American Bureau of Shipping (ABS) has awarded General Plasma of East Windsor, Conn., ABS certification for their GPX Diesel-4 coating systems. General Plasma introduced its GPX Diesel-4 coating systems to the marine and other diesel market segments in early 1992 following an extensive R&D program performed jointly with FCS Inc., a longtime supplier of diesel prod- ucts and services to the maritime and power generation industries. FCS has been named sole distributor of GPX Diesel-4 Coatings. The certification authorizes General Plasma to apply TBCs (thermal barrier coatings) to die- sel engine components such as piston crowns, cylinder heads and exhaust valves. Used in these applications, the ceramic-based TBCs offer po- tential benefits of reduced smoke, fuel conserva- tion and life extension. General Plasma also announced the appoint- ment of Donald F. Petri as market manager, a newly created position. Mr. Petri will be respon- sible for the worldwide marketing of GPX Diesel- 4 Coatings and other GPX coatings to power generation markets. For more on General Plasma, Circle 90 on Reader Service Card The QE2 used MegaFilm's protection when it underwent emergency repairs. NEW ENGLAND TRAWLER EQUIPMENT COMPANY Manufacturers of Custom Engineered Marine Deck Machinery For Over 65 Years Anchor Windlasses for Chain 1/2" to 4" A.B.S. Certified Winches - Anchoring, Traction, Towing, Oceanographic, Mooring Capstans - Warping Heads up to 36" in Diameter Cranes Hydraulic Power Units Hoists Computer Aided Design Designed to Fit Your Needi - Not Ours SEND YOVR INQUIRIES TO: NEW ENGLAND TRAWLER EQUIPMENT COMPANY 291 EASTERN AVE. CHELSEA, MA 02150 TEIJZ. (617) 884-4354 OR FAX. (617) 889-5240 Circle 288 on Reader Service Card 16 SWATH OCEAN URTH OCERN Maintaining World Leadership In SWATH Construction Through Superior Design And Engineering. 979 "G" Street • Chula Vista, California 92011 (619) 426-2179 FAX: (619) 426-2196 Circle 289 on Reader Service Card Maritime Reporter/Engineering News
