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Resizing reduces running costs
To overcome the problems, DMI offers a service to build up worn rods using a chrome alloy spray. In addition to bringing the rod back to its original size, the surface hardness is 520 Vickers (against 250 Vickers for the original) and is harder than achieved by induction hardening, ...
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Improved purge bladders
The shorter distance between the two bladders and their reduced length allows a faster purging time, less argon usage and reduced waiting time before welding can begin, says the company. Contact: Huntingdon Fusion Techniques. Fax: +44 1480 412841.
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Technical paper published
Called Automated Water Treatment Systems, it was written by Rob Van Solingen, product manager for Drew Marine`s Engineered Systems and Products line and was published by the Indian Institute of Marine Engineers for its November 1998 conference in Mumbai. Contact: Rob Van Solingen. Fax: +1 ...
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Ecoair expands its range
The units incorporate the ECOM control system, a microprocessor-based module which controls all functions of the compressor. Contact: Ecoair UK. Fax: +44 1925 255919.
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Multiple echo technique used
The instrument has a measurement range between 1-200mm and is housed in a sealed IP65 case with an electro-luminescent backlit LCD which can be viewed in light conditions from bright sunlight to complete darkness, says the company. The unit is supplied complete with probe, protective leather case, coupling and ...
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CAD linked gas cutter for A&P
The machine features a three-nozzle head, marking facility, off-line programming and pre-programmed profiles. Steel ranging from 5-75mm thick can be cut, and plates can be cut and bevelled in one pass. The marking facility allows part numbers to be marked on the cut parts, and for positions to be ...
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Crunch time
The cruise industry is unusual. Unlike the rest of the marine world it exhibits a rapid growth that looks set to continue. Nine ships in excess of 100,000g will soon be trading and others will follow. Similarly ships in other tonnage classes are also on order and there are some ...
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Lub manufacturers face up to new challenges
The lub oil business is in transition. The market is ever more competitive, and more powerful engines are testing lub performance to the limit.Lub oil manufacturers agree they are operating in an increasingly competitive market. Most anticipate that consolidation and rationalisation within the oil majors as a whole - and ...
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Environmental support
A Norwegian owner has taken delivery of Strill Supplier, an improved version of the MT6000 platform supply vessel (PSV) built by YVC Ysselwerf, The Netherlands.Stavanger-based Simon Mokster Shipping, which is part way through a major upgrade of its fleet, selected the improved MT6000 because of its emphasis on reduced fuel ...
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Controlling emissions
The marine sector is only now starting to come into line with other industries in adopting controls on diesel engine emissions.Considering the scale and efficiency with which it effects a vast interchange of raw materials and goods, the shipping industry`s contribution to atmospheric pollution on a freight tonne-mile basis is ...
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Kvaerner cashes out
To restore profitability to the group Kvaerner has decided on draconian measures.Using a flat and unemotional tone Kjell Almskog, president and ceo of Kvaerner, has transformed Europe`s shipbuilding industry and underlined its inherent weaknesses. Although shipbuilding is the largest single sector within Kvaerner the group has decided to divest itself ...
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Bonanza Express: fast and flexible
A 96m dedicated ro-pax fast ferry, built by Australia`s Incat has entered service for Spain`s Lineas Fred Olsen SA.Discussions between Australian yard Incat and the Spanish ferry operator Lineas Fred Olsen have been ongoing for years, but it was not until the introduction of Incat`s 96m class of fast wavepiercing ...
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Propulsion in the New Millennium
Athens hosted The Motor Ship`s 21st Marine Propulsion Conference which looked at Propulsion in the New Millennium.A record number of participants heard 24 papers covering a variety of topics from engine trends and fuels of tomorrow to emission legislation and safety improvements. In the first paper Peter Sunn Pedersen, vice ...
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Daewoo to sell shipyard
Daewoo`s Okpo yard made a profit of over Won250 billion ($127 million) in the last financial year and has orders for 59 ships filling its capacity to 2001. Its 11,000 workers build an average of 33 ships a year in two drydocks (530 x 130m and 350 x 81m).The company ...
