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PRODUCTSHigh Capacity Unitor Plasma CutterWilhelmsen Ships Service has launched the Unitor UPC1041 plasma cutter; a high capacity portable machine speciÞ cally for marine use. The new product is designed help ensure environmentally-sound processes onboard. Compact and lightweight, the UPC1041 utilizes an active fan control system, reducing dust and dirt inside the cutter and strengthening functionality. A direct torch connection negates problems associated with twisting the torch connection, and double coated electronics improve reliability. The UPC1041 has a high duty cycle and is tolerant to high ambient temperatures onboard. http://wssproducts.wilhelmsen.com/weldingRaytheon Anschütz launches Retro t ECDISRaytheon Ansch?tz has launched the new ECDIS 24, an Electronic Chart Display and Information System designed especially for ECDIS retroÞ t. The new ECDIS 24 comes with an off-the-shelf 24 inch TFT Panel- PC display. ECDIS 24 does not need a separate PC which simpliÞ es and accelerates installation. Important functions are quickly available through shortcuts, and a conÞ gurable Conning panel can show relevant navigation and track information at a glance. Raytheon Ansch?tz offers approved manufacturer-speciÞ c online training for ECDIS in cooperation with Safebridge and land-based training courses in training centers around the world. www.raytheon-anschuetz.com AST Liquid Level Sensors American Sensor Technologies, Inc. (AST) now supplies its liquid level sensors with ½Ó NPT male conduit Þ ttings before the cable interface. For installations where the level sensor is threaded into a tank, customers prefer to install conduit to protect the cable from the work environment. AST4500, AST4510, and AST4520 level sensors are Class I Division 1 intrinsically safe, Groups C and D when installed with a barrier as well as ABS certiÞ ed, allowing sensors to be used in remote monitoring and telemetry applications where liquids and gases are in hazardous environments. www.astsensors.com/pressure-sensor-products.php Tognum Upgrades MTU Series 4000 engines Tognum will enhance its MTU Series 4000 Ironmen workboat engines for compliance with US EPA Tier 3 emissions regulations. Series 4000 engines will be available with 8, 12, or 16 cylinders for use in diesel-mechanical, diesel-electric propulsion systems or for powering on- board gensets. Installed in diesel-mechanical systems, the Ironmen engines will be able to cover power requirements from 750 to 2,680 bhp (560 to 2,000 kW), while diesel- electric drives and marine gensets will deliver 650 to 2,000 kW power output. No exhaust gas aftertreatment will be needed. The engines will be available in mid-2013. www.tognum.com Ultra Dynamics Unveils new WaterjetUltra Dynamics has released a new waterjet model to its HT (High Thrust) range, the UltraJet 340HT. The new design allows for an engine input power of up to 410 kW (550 bhp). As with all other HT waterjets in UltraJetÕs range the UJ340HT (high thrust) unit was designed to provide excellent high speed and cruising performance - with superior cavitation resistance at low speeds and when under more extreme load, towing, or thrust conditions. The 340HT will be of beneÞ t to boat builders of Seismic, Landing Craft, Cargo carrying, commercial and Military Tow vessels, where high static thrust is a prerequisite. The UJ340HT has a similar physical size and weight to the standard UJ340 waterjet, but utilizes a different impeller to achieve higher thrust per horsepower compared to the standard UJ340 and other similar-size waterjets on the market. www.ultradynamics.com Rescue 21 SAR System Accepted by Coast Guard The U.S. Coast Guard has accepted the General Dynamics C4 Systems-built Rescue 21 search and rescue communications system now serving Sector Buffalo, New York. The live-saving Rescue 21 system uses advanced direction-Þ nding technologies and digital communications, enabling Coast Guard personnel to respond rapidly and efÞ ciently to calls from distressed mariners out to at least 20 nautical miles from shore. It also enables greater effectiveness in responding to security and maritime environmental threats. www.gdc4s.com/rescue21 MN 55www.marinelink.com MNOct2012 Layout 50-58.indd 55MNOct2012 Layout 50-58.indd 5510/2/2012 10:28:03 AM10/2/2012 10:28:03 AM