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56 Maritime Reporter & Engineering News Argonaut Laptop Receives Certification Argonaut?Computer announced what it calls the world's first marine laptop computer certified by the American Bureau of Shipping and compliant with International Marine Organization standards. The new Ranger model 1500T/TXL is a rugged, sunlight read- able, high performance PentiumM laptop computer certified for use aboard naval and commercial vessels worldwide. "The 1500 performed flawlessly in all stress tests," said George Kioutas, President of Argonaut Computer. "We have devoted a decade of marine laptop experi- ence to producing the ideal lightweight, powerful and high performance system for both professional and recreational marine use." The Ranger was specifically engineered to reduce harmful emissions and passed the IEC/EN60945 stan- dard without malfunction. Magnetic interference is also a concern, addressed by the 60945 test procedures to establish that the device is immune from ship borne magnetic energy. The Ranger was determined to be immune and performed without malfunction when exposed to high levels of magnetism. Circle 17 on Reader Service Card Impact-Resistant Hazardous-Rated Fluorescent Phoenix Products Company released the LFSD Series Hazardous Location Snaplight fluorescent light fixture. The LFSD Series is a marine-rated fixture specifically designed to withstand harsh environments. With its hazardous classification and corrosion-resist- ant design, the LFSD is designed for use in cargo hold areas, car ferries, offshore oil production rigs and ves- sels, wastewater treatment areas, or almost any envi- ronment requiring a Class I Division 2 hazardous loca- tion fixture. The LFSD Series Snaplight is built with a corrosion- free, high-impact fiberglass-reinforced, UV-stabilized nylon housing and a high-impact polycarbonate dif- fuser. A watertight gasket provides a positive seal against moisture and dirt. To simplify relamping and maintenance, the diffuser is tethered to the housing, captive quarter-turn fasteners enable "tool-less" entry even into the ballast compartment, and all external hardware is captive and non-magnetic stainless steel. With springloaded lamp holders and heavy-duty shock-resistant stainless steel mounting feet, the LFSD is suitable for use in high-vibration environments. The standard ballast is 120V, 60HZ high power factor. Alternative voltages are available. Circle 18 on Reader Service Card SeaPost Torsion Shock Isolating Suspension SeaPost Helm TEL 262-542-0222 FAX 262-542-3784 E-mail sales@hobostrom.com Proven Performance and Comfort Steel pedestals and framework are E-coated and TGIC polyester powdercoated and pass a 1000-hour salt spray test Long wearing vinyl, waterproof fabric and leather upholstery choices Available in a variety of seat styles ISO9001:2000 registered; Made in the U.S.A. since 1946 Five year performance warranty H. O. Bostrom Co. www.hobostrom.com Can you afford to be stuck in port for repairs? Prevent breakdowns through CJC ™ Oil Maintenance www.cjc.dk C.C.JENSEN A/S DK 5700 Svendborg Tel.+45 63 21 20 14 • Fax:+45 62 22 46 15 E-mail: filter@cjc.dk O i l Ma i n t e n a n c e Increased lifetime of compo- nents and oil Increased service intervals Fewer unplanned shut-downs Increased operational reliability Circle 229 on Reader Service Card Circle 209 on Reader Service Card Circle 206 on Reader Service Card Circle 245 on Reader Service Card Products MR MAY2006 #7 (49-56).qxd 5/8/2006 12:18 PM Page 56
