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NEW PRODUCTS 58 Maritime Reporter & Engineering News • FEBRUARY 2014 AMSOIL Introduces New Arctic Synthetic Grease New AMSOIL Arctic Synthetic Grease is formulated to withstand extreme low temperatures while en- suring maximum performance and protection. It provides low-temper- ature pumpability in harsh climates where temperatures drop below freezing. AMSOIL Arctic Synthetic Grease provides excellent mechani- cal stability, long service life and superior protection against wear and corrosion. It has the ability to withstand high loads and pressures where conventional greases have proven ineffective. AMSOIL Arc- tic Synthetic Grease is recommended for industrial machinery, heavy-duty automotive and industrial equipment, chassis, bearings, off-road and heavy equipment operating in arctic climates. Clean Marine to Supply EGCS for Tanker Newbuilds Clean Marine has been selected by Hudong- Zhonghua Shipbuilding in China to supply ex- haust gas cleaning sys- tems (EGCS) for two 38,000 dwt. Chemical Tankers being built for Stolt Tankers and NYK Stolt Tankers. Clean Marine has developed an EGCS based on the Advanced Vortex Chamber technology that provides unique cleaning effi ciency. The system’s integrated fan and gas re- circulation technology allows the one EGCS unit to simultaneously serve several combustion units. The system supplied to Stolt Tankers is a hybrid system that allows the vessel to operate seamlessly in all types of water (including low alkaline and saline water) without loss of effi ciency. Furthermore, the Clean Marine EGCS meets the current pH limit for washwater discharge in Europe and U.S. www.cleanmarine.com The New FARO Laser Scanner Focus3D X 33 FARO Technologies released the FARO Laser Scanner Focus3D X 330. With a range almost three times greater than previous models, the Focus3D X 330 can scan objects up to 330m away and in direct sunlight. With its integrated GPS receiver, the la- ser scanner is able to correlate individual scans in post-processing making it ideal for surveying based applications. In addition, the Focus3D X 330 scan quality has been increased and noise has been re- duced, providing precise three dimensional models in a photo-realistic style. These advances in perfor- mance did not come at the expense of safety as the Focus3D X 330 includes a Class 1 “eye safe” laser. With its increased range and scan quality, the Fo- cus3D X 330 considerably reduces the effort in- volved in measuring and post-processing. The 3D scan data can easily be imported into all commonly used software solutions. www.faro.com Engineered Ventilation Systems Keep Engine Rooms Humming Circulation of dry, cool air is critical for engine performance, longevity and safety. Delta “T” Systems said it offers a single comprehensive source for all the components that make up an engineered system. Effective marine ventilation requires more than just fans to promote air fl ow. Equally important in maintaining an optimal engine room environment, moisture eliminators maintain the dry conditions that motors demand, while dampers provide an all-important safety mechanism. The control system coordinates all operations. Delta “T” not only carries a full range of such custom-designed ventilation products, it provides the expertise necessary to engineer the ultimate engine room formula for recreational and commercial vessels of all sizes. Moisture eliminators are the fi rst line of defense in a Delta “T” engineered system. The company’s marine- grade moisture control products, available in any size and shape, effectively extract mist and sea water from intake air to help keep engine rooms dry. Delta “T” engineers its fans expressly for tough marine environments, rather than adapting units from other industries. The brain of any engineered ventilation setup, a control system regulates air fl ow into and out of the engine room. State-of-the-art, demand-based modules from Delta “T” are designed specifi cally for marine applica- tions. They automatically maintain optimum air pressure and fl ow volume under any conditions, yet enable manual control when needed. A touch screen interface offers nu- merous diagnostics that make operation and adjustment simple and pinpoint accurate. Features such as variable fan speed and direction control ensure maximum effi ciency. Handy, Quick Legionella Tests for Cruise Ships Albagaia announced is range of Hydrosense Legionella testing kits which are de- signed to suit the marine industry. Shipping has been increasingly hit by demands of offi cialdom in health and safety compliance viz a viz Legionella. Vessels failing tests can be stuck in port for days awaiting remedial solutions and yet more tests proving compliance; the latter can take up to two weeks. This can mean a lot of refunds for Pax vessels or lost charter days for others, not to mention damaged reputations. An expen- sive diving team or ROV operator crew going sick with legionnaires disease is never going to be a cheap activity. Albagaia MD Graham Tyrie said, “The beauty of these kits is that they are economical, can be stored on board and will give an accurate result in 25 minutes ... this is a process that the second engineer, for instance, can carry out and you don’t need a contractor.” This allows owners to do tests on the spot, without lab trained personnel and without the hassle of sending samples from remote locations to test laboratories that can take up to 14 days to produce results. Various test options are available, including a simple “quick single test.” Other test kits come in compound form that allow for multiple system testing (showers and pipes, for instance) and bio fi lm testing in tanks, spas, aircon and hydrofor, for instance. www.albagaia.com MR #2 (50-58).indd 58 2/4/2014 4:21:22 PM
