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from a predeÞ ned set of instructions in a Þ le. Manipulator joint positions follow the tool and are adjusted automatically. This engineering solution supports full collision detection and with user-conÞ gurable receptacle tolerances can be used for position feedback and to verify successful tool deployment. Similar improvements have also been made on the DeepWorks ROV pilot simulator using powered tooling components. Us- ing the master arm controller, pilots can lift tools out of a holster and deploy them into receptacles with realistic colli- sion and dynamic response. Tolerances of receptacles can be changed to cater for the skill level and experience of trainees. Torque tool can turn a valve to its open or closed position and this can activate linear actuators or hydraulic rams. These enhanced tooling capabilities are available with new orders for DeepWorks and as an upgrade to existing instal- lations.www.fugro.com Teledyne Moves Portfolio to Odom Teledyne Benthos and Teledyne Odom Hydrographic an- nounced the transfer of the Benthos geophysical sonar port-folio, including the Chirp III Subbottom proÞ ler, C3D in- terferometic sonar and SIS-1725 side-scan sonar to Odom Hydrographic. This realignment of products and technologies allows both organizations to better serve their primary mar- kets and build upon their core competencies. The two busi- ness units will collaborate over the course of 2013 to estab- lish manufacturing at OdomÕs facility in Baton Rouge, while maintaining product support to customers. www.teledyne.com Ashtead Technology Launches Electric Dredge Ashtead Technology debuted what it calls the subsea marketÕs smallest electric dredge pump. Targeted at the 2.5-3Ó dredge market and small electric ROVs, the pump can be customized to meet varying customer needs and onboard power supplies. The dredge motor is Þ tted with a six pin Burton plug and can be connected to different types of ROV electrical boxes through a custom power cable. With up and coming offshore Þ eld trials, the electric dredge pump will continue to be devel- oped to ensure its long term sustainability and adaptability to evolving customer requirements. Options to be trialed include a skid mounted dredge and the incorporation of the dredge as a custom made system. The pump will be available to rent exclusively from Ashtead Technology through an agreement with the manufacturer, Vor- tex International. Under its exclusive rental agreement with Vortex, Ashtead Technology also supplies a wide range of powerful dredge pumps, cutters, hoes and sampling tools. People, Company & Product News from Ocean Business 3D mouse control of manipulator tool simulation.(Credit: Furgo) C3D on the water. (Credit: Teledyne) Vortex electric dredge. (Credit: Ashtead Technology) May 201342 MTRMTR #4 (34-48).indd 42MTR #4 (34-48).indd 425/6/2013 10:21:39 AM5/6/2013 10:21:39 AM