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PRODUCTS

MTU Series 2000, 4000 Tier 4i-Engines at OTC

The Tognum Group will be showcasing its new-genera- tion, MTU-branded EPA Tier 4i-compliant Series 2000 diesel engines for oil and gas applications at OTC.

Engines are able to meet EPA Tier 4 interim emissions requirements solely through the use of in-engine technol- ogy. No after treatment is necessary. The new generation of the Series 2000 engines for oil and gas applications cov- ers the 1,150 to 1,560 hp power range and is used in var- ious mechanical and electric drive applications in the exploration and production of oil and natural gas. Series 2000 engines consume up to 10% less fuel than their predecessors. It is also showcasing its MTU-branded EPA

Tier 4i-compliant Series 4000 diesel engines for oil and gas applications at OTC. The new generation of the Series 4000 engine covers the 2,250 to 2,500 hp power range with a 12-cylinder version and is suitable for driving hydraulic fracturing or “frac” pumps. The engines con- sume up to 5% less fuel and provide superior torque per- formance compared to their predecessors. www.mtu-online.com

Tier 3 Compliant Engines for Signet Tug

Signet Maritime Corporation is the first to install the

Cat C175 ACERT 16-cylinder main propulsion diesel engines rated at 3,417 bhp each on two support/escort tugs being built in Gulfport, Miss. These engines meet offshore emissions requirements, including EPA Tier 3,

EU Stage IIIA and IMO Marine Tier II. The Robert Allan

Ltd. designed RAstar 3100 class tugs are slated for an

October 2011 delivery. The engines’ Cat ACERT tech- nology is a combination of advanced electronics/monitor- ing systems, increased engine efficiencies through com- puter aided design and modernized common rail fuel injection systems. www.cat.com/marine

Konrad Marine’s New 600 Series Stern Drives

Konrad Marine released a new line of stern drives which include the 620, 660 and 680 models. The 620 is designed for high usage, endurance applications such as 24/7 harbor patrol. The 660 is designed with dual pro- pellers for performance and speed driven applications such as sports leisure or government intercept vessels. The 680 is also a dual prop model, designed for commercial applications requiring heavier carrying capacities up to 15,000 lbs per drive. www.konradmarine.com

Engine Monitor, Inc. Propulsion Control System

The EMI Propulsion Control System includes rugged, polished stainless steel throttles with illuminated push buttons for station in control, engines under control and transfer requests; one throttle control panel per throttle control station and one engine control pane per engine; and the system meets ABS, Lloyds, DNV and ABS DPS notation requirements. EMI’s system is available with electric, pneumatic or mechanical interfaces; shaft brake interface and control; synchronized engine control; dynamic positioning interface; and can interface with any type of engine and gear units. www.emi-marine.com

MTU Series 2000

EMI Monitor, Inc.

Konrad Marine

CAT C175

MTU Series 4000 56 MN April 2011