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IS\ Clamping Systems For )istortion-Free Clamping

ZSI, Inc. (Livonia, Mich.) offers he Cush-A-ClampR clamping sys- em for securing pipe, tube and hose.

Consisting of a thermoplastic cush- on, squeeze control clamp and a hannel support, the system report- idly absorbs shock, surge and vi- >ration while preventing galvanic :orrosion. The clamp features a lon-rotatable shoulder stud an- hored to one half, which, secured vith a nylon-insert nut, effectively eliminates loosening and potential

Lamage to retained tubing due to iver tightening. The clamp is avail- ible in zinc dichromate plated steel tnd stainless steel, in sizes from 25-inch through 6.125-inch.

Bruno's New CH-34

Combines Advantages Of

Searchlight, Scanning Sonar

Furuno's new CH-34 multi-sec- or color sonar combines the advan- ages of searchlight and vertical- an scanning sonar with fast scan- ling to provide operators of bottom rawlers, tuna seiners and other ishing vessels maximum fish de- ection and tracking capability. The lew CH-34 multi-sector color sonar s loaded with features, including a iright, high-resolution display with

L 12-inch diagonal CRT; full-circle md vertical-fan scanning; and a 3- ) graphics options. The CH-34's idvanced full-circle scanning mode irovides full train and tilt functions or pinpointing fish, while the verti- al fan scanning mode makes locat- ng fish schools easier. )unlop-Beaufort Canada .aunches New Product Line

Dunlop-Beaufort Canada Ltd.

DBC), manufacturer, distributor md service facility for SOLAS and ither approved Beaufort inflatable iferafts, announced the North

American product launch of its Ma- ine Evacuation Chute (MEC).

The system has been developed pecifically for quick evacuation of arge numbers of passengers off sea ressels.

It is compact, simple to operate, md allows rapid and efficient con- rolled evacuation of large numbers if passengers.

The chutes have been installed m six new Canadian-built ferries, ncluding the two new British Co- umbia Super Ferries, and is opera- ional in the Ontario Northland and :ast coast Northumberland ferry leets.

The MEC is currently specified n several new American vessels to »e built in 1993-94.

Grinnell Helps Solve

Tanker Gasket

Performance Problem

Grinnell Corporation, a leader in flow control service and technology, was called upon to conduct a prob- lem-solving inspection on an eco- logical oil tanker that was experi- encing severe problems with gasket performance within its piping sys- tem. During the initial inspection phase of the tanker, a field service representative from Grinnell accom- panied the vessel on a cruise from theU.S. mainland to Valdez, Alaska.

The Grinnell representative dis- covered that the performance of the ship's pipe supports negatively im- pacted the effectiveness of the pip- ing installed throughout the ship, affecting related equipment as well.

The hangers on the ship were then replaced and adjusted, thus correct- ing the problem.

According to the Grinnell repre- sentative, this case dealt with the correction of hanger-related discrep- ancies which existed for several years. On newer systems, problems such as these can be avoided with preventative maintenance of the pipe hangers, including a regular inspection schedule.

I Marine Deck Hardware

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Vertical or Horizontal Hand, Electric, Diesel, Hydraulic or Repowered to your specs • HATCHES - WATERTIGHT DOORS

MANHOLE COVERS - SCUTLES - PORTHOLES •

All Sizes - New or Reconditioned • PANAMA CHOCKS - DOUBLE BITTS

SINGLE BITTS - CAST STEEL CLEATS

AND KEVELS •

All Sizes Available, New & Used • FENDERS PNEUMATIC •

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Marine Electronics

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Tel: +45 8628 7911, Fax: HAA -

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FOR SECURING PIPE, TUBE AND HOSE.

Cush -A- Clamp

At last. . .a pipe clamping system that eliminates the use of troublesome pipe wraps, while combating the effects of vibration, noise and metal-to-metal contact.

Ask for the U-Bolt Series, available in pipe sizes from 1/2" thru 12". SPN Series (Single Fastener System) 12749 Richfield Court • Livonia, Ml 48150 • (313) 953-9700 • 1-800-323-7053 • Fax (313) 953-9704

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Cush-A-Clamp® (Channel Mounted System)

Omega Series (Surface Mounted System) U-Bolt Series (Secure Pipe System)

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