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Ultra Safety Systems sf-Gel, a specially formulated thick waterproof .e, helps eliminate corrosion prevalent in modern water and manufacturing environments where iimilar metals are used and problems like paint .tering, galling, seizing of hardware and dissimilar tals corrosion often occur. Ultra Safety Systems d Tef-Gel's unique waterproof base is unaffected by tergents and water. Tef-Gel can also be used for eping metal to metal moving surfaces free-sliding id free of rust, as well as for chain drive lubrication, lsuring secondary protection for bearings, easing ssembly and removal of collars, pulleys, mounting ardware and all other mechanical parts. For more nformation on Ultra Safety Systems, Circle 97 on Reader Service Card Cygnus Instruments, Inc. Cygnus Multiple Echo ultrasonic digital thickness gauges are able to ascertain the thickness of metal without removing the coating. The gauges are report- edly easy to use and durable for gauging shell plate, bulk heads, ballast tanks, cargo lines, steamlines, etc. Cygnus gauges are also used for classification society inspections. They are available in a variety of hand- held models. For more information on Cygnus, Circle 88 on Reader Service Card GF Marine Wins S\ena Contract GF Marine AS of Norway won a contract to supply heating, ventilation and air conditioning for the Stena HSS (High Speed Service) project. GF Marine Group reportedly has extensive experience in HVAC design and product development, including high-speed alu- minum-hulled catamarans. Stena's HSS ferry will reportedly be the biggest high-speed ferry in the world. Its cruising speed will be about 40 knots, with a capacity to carry 1,500 passengers and 375 cars. Trinity Delivers Second Double-Hull Oceangoing Barge To Allied Towing The second of two 332-foot double-hull oceangoing barges has been delivered by Trinity-Beaumont, a subsidiary of Trinity Industries, to Allied Towing Corporation of Norfolk, Va. Tank Barge ATC 81 has a 74-foot beam, a 25-foot depth and a fully-loaded draft of 22 feet. The barge is equipped with ten cargo tanks for a carrying capacity of 80,000 barrels, trans- ferred by two Detroit Diesel-driven Johnston deepwell pumps. On deck, Tank Barge 81 is equipped with one, two-ton capacity Trident cargo hose handling crane, two Nabrico Equipment wire rope winches, one McElroy equipment anchor windlass and one New England Trawler capstan. The cargo tank level and alarm system was furnished by Bergan Tank Control. The barge is equipped with one diesel-driven genera- tor to supply power to the hydraulic system and deck lighting. A sister to Tank Barge ATC 81 was delivered by Trinity in May 1993. Chevron President Wolcott To Retire; Moore Appointed Successor Chevron Shipping Company, Chevron Corporation's marine transportation subsidiary, an- nounced that its president, Douglas C. Wolcott, will retire April 1, 1994, whereupon Thomas R. Moore will succeed Mr. Wolcott. Mr. Moore, currently vice president and general manager, operations, Chevron Shipping Company, holds a B.S. and a Master's de- gree in chemical engineering from Cornell Univer- sity. He joined Chevron in 1968 and was appointed to his current position in 1988. Mr. Wolcott has been an active leader in the shipping industry, serving as chairman or director for a number of organizations and associations. February, 1994 REMOVES ... RUST, PAINT, SCALE & ICE Quickly and Efficiently Perfect for maintenance on all vessels $89.95 for 6-inch whirlaway Call 800-486-9151 for sales & service info. Robert C. Collins Co. 6772 N.E. 4th Avenue, Miami, FL 33138 Phone: m-751-O^n Fax: 305-756-1573 Circle 283 on Reader Service Card THE TSA SOLUTION TOYOUR PROJECT MMikGEMEUT PROBLEMS A COMPLETE AND CONCISE SYSTEM FOR PLANNING, TRACKING AND PROJECT MANAGEMENT • PRELIMINARY PUNNING AND EVALUATION • CONTINUOUS MONITORING AND INDEPENDENT ASSESSMENT PROVIDES ACCURATE UNBIASED REPORT OF PROJECT STATUS TO ALLOW IMMEDIATE RESPONSE TO PROBLEM AH^S • PROVIDES HISTORICAL RECORD FOR FUTURE PROJECTS AND/OR CONTRACT DISPUTE SETTLEMENTS • CUSTOM DESIGNED COLOR GRAPHICS TAILORED TO YOUR SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS TRACKING SYSTEMS OF AMERICA, INC. 8789 SAN JOSE BLVD., SU\JE 104 JACKSONVILLE, FL32217 PHONE: (904) 739-5955 FAX: (904) 739-7565 Circle 226 on Reader Service Card ULTRASONIC THICKNESS JESimO CAN BE UOHE ON DECKS, BULKHEADS, JAHKS & HULL PIATES WITHOUT mmmo spois IN VALUABLE COM\HOS\ Coatings DO NOT have to be removed — measures only the metal thickness Do not have to destroy the integrity of perfectly good and costly coatings No costly coating repairs Saves time and money Available in a variety of hand held models Uses the multiple echo measuring technique CYGNUS INSTRUMENTS INC P.O. Box 3127 Annapolis, MD 21403 Tel.: 410-267-9771 Fax: 410-268-2013 Circle 302 on Reader Service Card trvin Amasteel: The Originators of Cast Steel Shot and Grit. As the leading producers of cast steel shot and grit, AMASTEEL has become synonymous worldwide mt^ product quality, reliability, and customer support. Put our experience and capability to work for you. AMASTEEL FROM ERVIN INDUSTRIES Patron Member of the Steel Structures Painting Council Ervin Industries, Inc., 3893 Research Park Drive, Ann Arbor, Ml 48106 Toll Free: (800) 748-0055 Fax: (313) 663-0136 Circle 215 on Reader Service Card
