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Maritime Reporters Marine Literature Review • October 1998 Edition GMA GARNET MARINE ENGINEERING TRAINING The Natural Blasting Abrasive GMA Garnet Ltd., is the world largest producer of high quality almandite gar- net abrasives for blast cleaning and other applications. The company's completed processing plant in Western Australia and its network of distributors supplies shipyards and marine fabricators thoughout the world. Visit the company online at: www.gmagarnet.com Circle No. 158 Setting The Industry Standard Seaward International's newly released SEA GUARD Foam-Filled Marine Fenders technical manual is now avail- able. Providing comprehensive technical data on standard and custom fenders in both English and metric specifications, and offering a step-by-step guide to designing fendering systems. To request a copy, please contact Seaward at 1-800- 828-5360 or fax to 540-667-7987. Cirde No. 159 Problem Solving Products lot Industry fiom InduMai Problem Solving Products For Industry InduMar Products Inc., manufactures the STOP IT PIPE REPAIR SYSTEM, STOP IT PIPE REPAIR CLAMP, FIX STIX EPOXY and FUSION TAPE. These simple to use hand-applied prod- ucts provide quick permanent repair solutions to the marine and offshore industries around the world. "What's the first thing you think of when you have a leak? STOP IT!" Circle No. 162 Leader In Gas Analysis Servomex has come out with a new 10 page brochure. Some products in the Total Solutions brochure include gas analyzers for hazardous and safe areas, for combusiton efficiency, stack emis- sions monitoring, industrial gas analysis, portable oxygen analysis, and for light industry and smaller process plant appli- cations. For a free brochure call: 800- 862-0200. Circle No. 163 Marine Fire Protection Thermax non-combustible, non-toxic, marine construction boards are used worldwide for joiner bulkheads, panels, liners, ceilings, door and furniture cores. Thermax has all major regulatory body certificates (USCG, Canada, DNV et al) and meets the requirements of IMO/SOLAS resolutions. Thermax is sold, distributed, warehoused, laminated and cut to size in North America by PSI. Circle No. 166 116 Reduce Your Operating Costs The Boll & Kirch Automatic Backflushing Filter Type 6.46 replaces disposable filters minimizing material, storage and labor costs. With its unique cross-flow backflushing design, the Type 6.46 is the most efficient, cost-effective automatic filter available. All Boll Filter products are quality certified ISO-9001. Circle No. 167 USMMA Continuing Education The United States Merchant Marine Academy offers one of the most exten- sive marine engineering continuing edu- cation programs in the United States. Instructors include outstanding Academy faculty and subject matter experts from the industry. Classroom lecture is augmented by practical "hands-on" exercises utilizing the Academy's 22 engineering labs and waterfront vessels. Circle No. 160 Tailored Power Systems The accumulated diesel engine design and manufacturing experience of the DEUTZ AG organization has produced a comprehensive range of new engines. Since being introduced in 1994, the 616 series has found wide acceptance for applications which demand high power/weight ratios, together with relia- bility and the simplest operation.The company is available to service any engine around the clock worldwide. Circle No. 161 SAFCTYPRODUCTS Atlantic Tawing Ltd Serving Canada's Resource Development Atlantic Towing Ltd. operates an exten- sive fleet of ocean, coastal and harbor tugs. The company serves eastern Canada and the United States with tow- ing services, and they additionally pro- vide petroleum and asphalt barging, deck load transport, salvage and dredg- ing operations. Atlantic Towing is head- quartered in the centralized ice-free har- bor of Saint John, New Brunswick. Circle No. 164 meeting • ! 9 % Meeting The Challenge Of The Future NASSCO is the only West Coast ship- yard capable of building and repairing large, ocean-going vessels. The compa- ny's largest current contracts call for the conversion and construction of 10 Strategic Sealift ships for the U.S. Navy. Three conversions and one new build have already been delivered under this program. Information on NASSCO is available at www.nassco.com Circle No. 168 Nautical Safety Products The Houston, Texas company makes metal and fiberglass safety products. The metal division specializes in gangways, accomodation ladders, access systems, workstands and ladders. Their Fiberglass division makes products for industrial storage, hydrant enclosures, firehose storage, plus breathing and extinguisher containers. The name associated with durable safety products is Nautical. Circle No. 165 Carhartt EXTREMES Setting The Standard Over 100 years ago, Hamilton Carhartt created a line of workwear that would set the industry standards for quality, toughness, and durability. Today, Carhartt Inc. still provides authentic, American-made workwear that delivers the performance and comfort marine professionals demand. Carhartt. Original Equipment for the American Worker. 800-833-3118. Circle No. 169 Maritime Reporter/Engineering News