Product Development

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Ring-Cut Tool
The CT-255 Ring-Cut Master can rotary cut external high-strength solid steel wire armor on EM cables or fiber optic cables—such as those used on offshore drilling platforms or ROV umbilicals—with its diamond abrasive blade. It has a fully adjustable depth of cut and cam action blade plunging. Seatek Co. Inc.

Remote Services
Remote services have been launched based on FANS technology, including remote monitoring, stand-alone navigation with remote support and remote QC. Fugro Survey B.V.

Chart Updating Service
C-MAP Updating Service Online+ can transmit Notices to Mariners, new charts and new chart editions to ships at sea via a high-speed Internet connection. The service applies to the company’s C-MAP Professional+ and C-MAP ENC chart database subscribers. It uses the C-MAP CM-93/3 distribution format, type approved by DNV, which can compress navigational data. Jeppesen Marine.

DTS Unit
Oryx is an autonomous, low-powered system, is able to operate from solar or wind power and has a continuous monitoring range of up to 5,000 m and a sampling resolution of 1 m. It can operate in temperatures from -40 to +65º C. Set-up, channel configuration and measurement can be performed remotely. Sensornet.

Inflatable Lift
Vessel-Retriever inflates and unrolls under the hull contours of a sunken ship and raises the boat from the water for towing. Pontoons are made of 32-oz. rip-stop polyester that is laminated on both sides with polyurethane. Working air pressure is 3 to 6 psi, produced by a 4-hp, 110-V pump. Marine Flotation Products.

Solar-Powered Marine Lantern
Fully configurable with 256 flash patterns and a minimum peak intensity of 125 cd (and performance up to 6 nautical mi.), the M708 lantern is available in each of the IALA light colors. An optional GPS feature enables 2 or more units to be synchronized to flash in unison. It is also RoHS compliant. Carmanah Technologies Corp.

Liquid Plastic Adhesive
XFR marine repair kit is a liquid plastic used to anchor, rebuild, bond and repair. The waterproof moldable urethane sets in 1 min. and has a tensile strength of 4,000 psi. For anchor repairs, XFR can be used as a liquid rivet, forming a temporary light-duty bolt or screw. It has no odor or VOCs and is nonflammable. Rhino Hide LLC.

Splice
Slim Splice Anchor Rode has calibrated chain and 3-strand polyester rope. The stainless steel compression crimp splice helps feed the rode through the gypsy. Quick USA.

Cellular Router
CruiseNet CN-1200 includes a cellular modem, 110-V AC adapter, 12-V DC power cord, quick connect portable flex antennas and external shipboard antenna adapters. A 1-year subscription to the company’s Web acceleration software is included, and it works with Sprint, Verizon and Alltel networks. Shakespeare Electronic Products Group.

Evacuation Slide
The VES system enables evacuation angles of 30° to 35° in normal conditions and up to 55° in distressed situations. Meeting SOLAS requirements, it can evacuate 657 people in 30 min. It can be fitted flush to the craft’s side and mounted at heights between 20 and 50 ft. Viking Life-Saving Equipment.

Time-Series Software
The AQUARIUS software platform is designed to simplify the management and analysis of water quality, hydrology and climate time-series data. It offers instant data visualization, error detection and correction and a visual environment for designing workflow. Aquatic Informatics™ Inc.

Rackmount Enclosures
MicroTCA 19-in. rackmount enclosures are designed to meet MIL-STD-810F, 167, 461D and 901D. Optimized via signal integrity studies, the backplane supports PCI-Express, Serial Rapid I/O and 10GBase-BX4 switching. It has direct SATA/SAS connections and 3 synchronization clock networks. Elma Electronic Inc.

STD/CTD
SD204 measures, calculates and records seawater conductivity, salinity, temperature, depth (pressure), sound velocity and water density. Data are recorded in physical units and transmitted via an RS232 I/O watertight connector for online use. It is rated to 6,000 m. SAIV A/S.

Transport Case
The 0500 is designed to fit 2 cases to a 42 by 48-in. pallet and has more than 16,000 cu. in. of usable storage space. The 0500 has 2 integrated automatic pressure equalization valves that keep moisture out. Additional standard features include a lid equipped with a polymer O-ring for a dust and waterproof seal and dual-action latches. Pelican Products Inc.

Inspection-Class ROV
This 300-m-rated ROV includes a network control system, and all vehicle functions are monitored by diagnostic electronics. The thrusters are assembled using high-efficiency brushless motors with magnetic coupling to prop blades. Cetrax Systems Ltd.

Dive Light
The Super Q eLED® serves as a backup dive light, close-up video light and compact warm water travel light. The self-contained CPO system offers bright light in a palm-sized, handheld unit. The battery warming/heat recovery system is designed to capture heat from the LED and channels it into the batteries, providing approximately 10 percent longer burn time. Underwater Kinetics.

Oceanographic Swivel
Model SW-010-050 has a full ocean depth rating, 1-t. safe working load, dual ball bearings, stainless 316 construction and is oil filled and pressure compensated. Open Seas Instrumentation Inc.