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SNAME EXHIBITOR PROFILES or eliminates the need for sootblowing by using a low-fre- quency sound source which keeps heat transfer surfaces of boilers, waste recovery systems, and exhaust gas systems continually clean. This reduces the amount of soot flakes on deck, as well as the need for waterwashing and sootblowing, while preventing tube erosion. The company's latest application con- centrates on enhancing combustion in garbage incinerators on cruise vessels. For more information on Infrasonik, Inc. Circle 48 on Reader Service Card Circle 280 on Reader Service Card Ingalls Shipbuilding Ingalls Shipbuilding division of Litton Industries, Pascagoula, Miss., specializes in the design, construc- tion, fleet support and moderniza- tion of advanced surface combatant ships. In its 800-acre facility, the yard uses modular production tech- niques, supported by CAD/CAM systems. Currently, Ingalls has two Wasp class ships under construc- tion, and is also building Arleigh Burke (DDG 51) class Aegis guided missile destroyers, with 14 vessels contracted, and six already deliv- ered. Additionally, Ingalls is convert- ing USS Inchon, delivered by the yard originally in 1970, from its amphibious mission (LPH 12) for duty as a mine countermeasures command and support ship (MCS 12). The yard is the designer and builder of the Navy's two newest classes of amphibious assault ships, LHAsandLHDs. The yard has also been granted an export license to market diesel-electric submarines in a teaming arrangement with Howaldtswerke-Deutsche Werft (HDW) of Kiel, Germany. For more information on Ingalls Shipbuilding Circle 36 on Reader Service Card In-Place Machining Co. In-Place Machining Co. (IPM) specializes in the repair and refin- ishing of diesel engine crankpins and main journals without remov- ing the crankshaft from the engine. In addition, IPM does line boring of engine main bearing pockets, and is capable of performing machining, Metalstitch repair, and certified welding of all types during voyages, or while vessels are in port. Accord- ing to IPM, its Metalstitch Division is the only authorized representa- tive of Metalock International in the U.S. Some of the company's recent repairs include: line boring Deutz, Pielstick, GMT, and Fairbanks-Morse engines; coupling and journal refurbishment of Stork and Wartsila engines; and crankpin and main journal repairs on MAN, Daihatsu, B&W, MaK, and Mitsubishi engines. For more information on In-Place Machining Circle 35 on Reader Service Card International Metalizing Corporation According to company reports, International Metalizing Corpora- tion can electric arc spray apply any metal that can be put in wire form at rates and costs comparable with air- less spray applied coatings, and of- fers a metalizing solution for corro- sion and abrasion problems. The company uses stainless steel in tank linings to eliminate repeated epoxy applications. Aluminum or hasteloy is applied to high abrasion areas, zinc is applied to high corrosion areas, and copper application is used to deter zebra mussels and other aquatic nuisances. The EPA has granted International Metalizing approval to spray pure copper on steel, aluminum, concrete, and fi- Great Names in Ship Repairs! Astano Shipyard Spain 80,000 dwt Curacao Drydock Curacao 150,000 dwt Elefsis Shipyard Greece 115,000 dwt Wenchong Shipyard China 150,000 dwt YVC Bolnes Holland 25,000 dwt Klattenberg Marine Agency Official Agent in U.S.A. 17 Grandview Ave, W. Orange, NJ 07052 Tel: (201) 731-4018 Fax: (201) 325-3681 Come visit us at Booth 717, International Maritime Exhibition DISTRIBUTOR / FABRICATOR OF: INSULATIONS JOINER SYSTEMS Hull Board Sound Abatement Structural Fireproofing Thermal Exhaust Joiner Panels FRP Doors Wall Liners Ceilings Polymide - Mineral Wool - Fiberglass Complies with USCG and Navy Specs P. O. Box 10536 New Orleans, LA 70181 (504) 733-7770 FAX (504) 734-7818 MEETING SHIPBUILDING NEEDS WORLDWIDE! Double Split Drum Mooring Winch Commercial and Military Deck Machinery Davits Specialized Cable Handling Systems Hoists, Elevators Anchor Windlass, Capstan, Fairleads Constant Tension Mooring Winches Hydraulic Power Units Naval Underweay Replenishment System ILS, Training, Worldwide Product Support & LAKE SHORE INC. AN OLDENBURG GROUP COMPANY P.O. Box 809, Iron Mountain, Michigan-Tel: (906) 774-1500'Fax: (906) 774-1505 RANTON INDUSTRIES For more than twenty-five years Branton Industries has worked to build a distinguished reputation for quality products and exceptional customer service. Branton is proud to be recognized as an industry leader in out commitment to noise abatement and fire protection systems. 64 Circle 258 on Reader Service Card Circle 252 on Reader Service Card Maritime Reporter/Engineering News
