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PRODUCTSNOAA Contract to Krill Krill Systems Inc. has been awarded the contract from National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration for supply and installation ofVessel Fuel Measurement and Management Systems (VFMMS) onboard six NOAA Fisheries Survey Vessels (FSV). Krill Systems uses Microsoft SQL server database technology to record on-board sensor data with two-sec- ond resolution and storage capacity of more than a year. Satellite and cellular internet access supporting standard SMTP email protocols may be used to transmit customiz- able reports and sensor data menus to any location(s), enabling effective vessel or fleet management. www.krillsystems.com The Eagle Has Landed ? In FloridaCranston Eagle, DBA Eagle Products, has signed a deal for Delta "T" Systems to become the authorized U.S. agent for Eagle Products' line of offload marine hooks. Their line of fall mounted, deck mounted and U.S. Coast Guard certified hooks are used by Canadian and U.S. Navies, Coast Guards, research vessels and offshore platforms. Delta "T" Systems is responsible for new product sales, replacement parts, upgrades; testing and recertification of Eagle Products offload marine hooks. With Delta "T" Systems located in Florida, the expense and long lead times when sending hooks to the factory can be avoided. www.deltatsystems.com Raymarine?s e7 Wins the Best New Boating Product Raymarine?s new e7 multi- function display was selectedas the ?Best New Boating Product? at the 2011 Newport International Boat Show. As a Wi-Fi server, the e7 allows boaters to stream live video to their iPad or iPhone. This allows anyone on board to see whatever is on the e7?s display ? thermal video, navigation charts, radar, sonar, or anything that the e7 can display ? all on their mobile iOS device. Easy to use, Raymarine?s HybridTouch technology allows boaters to choose touchscreen or key- pad control, and the new LightHouse user interface, which allows easy customization of the MFD layout and display. www.raymarine.com Furuno: New Autopilot Packed With Features Furuno?s NavPilot 700 series flaunts a refreshed look, however, it?s ?under the hood? where the NavPilot 700 series really excels. ?Safe Helm? temporarily disables the NavPilot steering control when manual operator helmchanges are sensed. ?Safe Helm? is a critical safety feature designed for emergency maneuvering or dodging obstacles. The original course is restored auto- matically or manually after the maneuver is completed. ?Power Assist? mode significantly reduces steering effort, similar to power steering on a car. These new modes enhance safety and provide a unique interface to the ves- sel?s hydraulic hand steering system. www.FurunoUSA.com Redesigned 6068SFM75 Marine EngineJohn Deere Power Systems (JDPS) offers a redesigned PowerTech 6068SFM75 marinediesel engine thatoffers a power range of 186 kW to 298 kW(249 hp to 400 hp).The new 6.8L marine engine represents John Deere?s commitment to offer a completelineup of marine engines rated for commercial fishing and high-speed recreational craft. The 6.8L marine engine is narrower than the previous 6068SFM75 design, compact enough reduced engineroom clearances. Available in the fall of 2011, the 6.8L meets EPA Marine Tier 2 European Union emissions requirements and is MARPOL Annex VI compliant. This engine is an ideal choice for commer- cial fishing vessels, small work boats, sport fishing boats and high speed yachts. www.JohnDeere.com/jdpower www.marinelink.com MN57MN#10 (50-57):MN 2011 Layouts 10/5/2011 10:14 AM Page 57