Onboard Equipment
Furuno Launches Compact Satellite Compasses
Furuno has introduced two new compact Satellite Compasses.The SCX20 and SCX21 have added Baseline Target Architecture for multipath mitigation, accuracy. The four-antenna array of the SCX20 and SCX21 Satellite Compasses are configured in a manner that creates six unique baselines from which to calculate accurate heading information, even in severe environments.Satellite Compasses traditionally utilize a two- or three-antenna configuration that allows for a single baseline of data, which can present performance challenges on some vessels due to multipath interference caused by signal blockage.
SCADA Makes Yachts Safer and Easier to Captain
Instant and accurate man overboard location is just one of many features that SCADA technology is offering to transform the safety and comfort of pleasure sailing. Products4Automation’s SCADA expert Paul Hurst examines the technology transfer from industrial process plant to luxury yacht. Fifty years ago, people were saying that automotive technology had reached maturity and could not be developed much further, but time has told a very different story. By embracing complementary new technologies and working on constant incremental improvements…
Seakeeper Launches Smaller, More Powerful Gyros
After developing what it calls the most effective zero-speed anti-rolling devices ever made, Seakeeper said it forever changed the experience of boating. Within a decade, the company claimed a position as a global leader in active gyroscopic stabilization technology. Now, it introduces the Seakeeper 5, 9, 16, 26 and 35 models. These gyros are smaller and more powerful than ever. To date, over 1,700 Seakeeper gyros have been delivered, installed on every major boat brand in the world.
Six Marinas Join Florida Boat Village
Six marinas have joined The Boat Village establishment in Florida, aimed to promote online service coordination and simplify boat ownership. The latest marina’s to join the collaborative are: Old Port Cove Marina and New Port Cove Marina, the Palm Bay Club Marina, and three marinas from the Aquamarina portfolio located in Southeast Florida. These companies will offer The Boat Village, a maritime online service coordination tool, to slip holders, providing them with the very latest technology for boat management and online service coordination.
Galati Joins Boat Village Collaborative
Florida Brokerage and Service Company Joins Regional Group to Promote Online Service Coordination and Boat Management. Galati Yacht Sales has joined The Boat Village’s regional collaborative in southeast Florida, uniting with other marine businesses in the region to promote online service coordination and boat management. Galati Yacht Sales, which has more than 450 boats in brokerage and specializes in Viking, Princess, Tiara, Cruisers, Grand Banks, Maritimo, Rampage and Prestige brands…
The Boat Village Offers Major Enhancements
The Boat Village announced major enhancements to its professional edition with features to help marine businesses streamline service coordination, increase customer satisfaction and drive revenue. The Boat Village Professional edition is an online service coordination and boat management tool that gives service yards the ability to proactively monitor each client’s vessel and automatically receive alerts when service is due. They can then notify clients and send an online service request for clients to quickly approve or amend, all within The Boat Village application.
Wood Forever Pact: New Criteria for RINA Green Plus Yacht
A Monaco yacht show dedicated to the Green philosophy through numerous initiatives aimed at boosting environmental awareness in the world of pleasure craft. On Saturday 28 September, aboard the 55-meter Ocean Paradise built by Benetti shipyards, an event was held which left a notable green footprint on the decks of the super yachts: leading classification company RINA Services and the Prince Albert II of Monaco Foundation joined forces to promote the sustainable use of wood in the yachting industry.
TSAT - Control Your Megayacht from an iPAD
Unlimited Marine Services Inc. (UMSI) announced that their Touch-Screen Automation Technology (T-SAT) new video is now available. TSAT is a customizable monitor matrix system powered by Crestron Electronics to control a variety of onboard equipment for megayachts from radar, sonar, sounder, plotting systems, vessel monitoring systems, CCTV cameras to lights, heating, ventilation, air conditioning and shades just by a click of a button. www.umsifl.com
Control Your MegaYacht From an IPad
Unlimited Marine Services, Inc, (UMSI), a full service marine technology company, has announced that their Touch-Screen Automation Technology (T-SAT). The new, customizable monitor matrix system has a number of new features that will take this next generation technology, to a more advanced level. All the new features are IMO compliant. The main new addition is the ability to control the vessel from an iPad. Powered by Crestron Electronics, T-SAT allows all video sources to be displayed on any monitor throughout the vessel, and uses touch screen technology to control a variety of onboard equipment…
UMSI Unveils T-SAT At The Fort Lauderdale
Touch-Screen Monitor Matrix Solution Delivers Elegant Control of Video Sources Throughout Vessel. Unlimited Marine Services, Inc. (UMSI), a full service marine technology company, has announced Touch-Screen Automation Technology (T-SAT), its new high-end, customizable monitor matrix system. Powered by components from leading manufacturer of advanced control and automation systems, Crestron Electronics, T-SAT allows all video sources to be displayed on any monitor throughout the vessel, and uses touch screen technology to control a variety of onboard equipment.
