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New Sulzer Reports Engine Order Influx New Sulzer Diesel Ltd. of Winterthur, Switzerland, has reported rapid sales of its RTA48T and RTA58T low-speed marine diesel engines, initially offered in June 1995. Thirty-seven engines have reportedly been ordered for newbuilding activity in Japan and Poland. These include 14 six-cylin- der RTA48T models for handymax bulk carriers contracted at IHHI and Oshima Shipbuilding Co. Ltd. by Japanese, European and Chilean owners for delivery through 1998. In addition, 23, seven-cylinder RTA48T models are destined for panamax bulk carriers at Sumitomo Heavy Industries Ltd., with delivery scheduled in 1997. These engines will be built under license by Diesel United Ltd. in Aioi, Japan. A series of 12, open-hatch, 45,000-dwt bulk carriers with 1,800-TEU capacity will each be powered by a six-cylinder RTA58T engine of 15,500-bhp output for newbuildings contracted by German and Chilean owners at Poland's Szcecin Shipyard, with delivery scheduled in 1997-1998. The engines will be built under license by H. Cegielski in Poznan, Poland. In addition, two seven- cylinder RTA58T engines have been ordered in Japan. Sulzer RTA48T and RTA58T low- speed engines are specifically designed for the propulsion of bulk carriers and tankers in approxi- mate range of 25,000 to 150,000 dwt. With cylinder bores of 480 and 580 mm, these engines have maximum continuous outputs of 1,850 and 2,720-bhp per cylinder. Comprising models ranging from five to eight cylinders, the engine series covers an overall power range of 5,600 to 21,760 bhp. The first RTA58T engine, a four- cylinder prototype, has been run- ning on a test bed since October 1995. It is employed as a research engine in New Sulzer's new Diesel Technology Center in Winterthur. For more information on New Sulzer Circle 76 on Reader Service Card Autronica To Supply Fire/Gas Detection System For Rasmussen FPSO A networked, intrinsically-safe, fire and gas detection system from Autronica Industrial Ltd. will be installed on the new FPSO being built in Japan for Rasmussen Offshore. The equipment will be integrated with the fire, gas and safety critical control systems architecture designed by U.K.- based systems supplier Silvertech, and is scheduled for installation by the end of September 1997, after the vessel reaches the U.K. for top- side fitting in mid-1997. This FPSO is being built to meet the fast growing demand for pro- duction facilities capable of work- ing efficiently in the remote, deep- water oil and gas reservoir envi- ronments currently being opened in northern European waters. Autronica's system incorporates approximately 300 detectors, mon- itored by two BS-100 control pan- els. Each analog smoke and heat sensor is individually monitored. This data is used to dynamically adjust the sensitivity of the alarm threshold to optimize protection and reduce system life cycle costs by allowing precise targeting of maintenance efforts. For more information on Autronica Industrial Ltd. Circle 79 on Reader Service Card TOUGH ON THE JOB. EASY ON THE CUSTOMER. Against the fury of the sea and the wildest weather, the Crowley crews are as tough as they come. With the most complete range of marine transportation capabilities in the world, Crowley makes what seems impossible possible. While we're tough in the face of challenge, we're always looking for ways to make it easier on you. We customize our services to suit you, often forming customer alliances to get the job done more cost effectively. Make it easy on yourself. Call Crowley Marine Services for specialized marine transportation services. We're ready to take on the tough jobs. m CROWLEY MARINE SERVICES, INC. CLEAN PACIFIC AY','7 Operating Headquarters: 2401 Fourth Avenue, Seattle, WA 98121 (206) 443-8100 1-800-248-8632 Fax: (206) 443-8072 Circle 262 on Reader Service Card 8 Maritime Reporter/Engineering News
