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Bludworth Bond Completes

Major Rebuild For Export

Bludworth Bond Shipyard, Inc. completed a major rebuilding project on an all-aluminum, Norwegian build, high speed ferry for Mexican customer Cruceros Maritimos del

Caribe. The vessel, named M/V

Mexico, underwent normal dry- docking repairs, as well as an up- grade on all principal systems. The main engines were replaced using twin Detroit Diesels, each 2,000 hp.

Without changing waterjet configu- ration, vessel speed was improved by six knots to 34 knots. For more information on Bludworth Bond,

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Alden Electronics Receives

Two NMEA Awards

Alden Electronics was presented two awards for performance and reliability at the recent meeting of the National Marine Electronics

Association. The awards were pre- sented to Alden for it Marinefax weather chart recorder and for the first time for its AE-900 Navtex re- ceiver. For more information on

Alden Electronics products,

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Kobelt Debuts Integrated

Electronic Engine Controls

Kobelt's 6535 electronic engine control regulates and synchronizes the operation of two throttles, two clutches, two trolling valves and two variable pitch propellers. Up to eight control stations can be inte- grated. The device incorporates variable timing for gear engage and throttle delay, as well as shaft brake or neutral safety switch operation.

Optional 4-20 milliamp interfaces accommodate electronic governor and electric gear. A Motorola micro- processor at the heart of the unit allows future field upgrades. For more information on the new sys- tems from Kobelt Manufacturing,

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Peterson Builders Completes

Patrol Boat Contract

Peterson Builders (PBI) com- pleted a contract for the construc- tion of five 51-foot patrol boats. The aluminum-hulled boats will be dis- tributed by the U.S. Navy through the Foreign Military Sales (FMS) office.

The vessels feature Detroit Die- sel engines, driving Michigan Wheel propellers via Western Branch Met- als shafting. Electronics onboard include Furuno radar and Hoffmann electrical panels and Raytheon elec- tronics.

PBI is also constructing ten 42- foot patrol boats under the FMS program. These aluminum-hulled vessels are waterjet driven and will be completed in late 1994.

Options for additional craft, if exercised, could provide employ- ment into 1995. For additional in- formation on the boatbuilding capa- bilities of Peterson Builders in re- gards to patrol craft designs or any type of vessel,

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Microphor Appoints Tocco

Regional Sales Director

Microphor, Inc. announced the ap- pointment of Art Tocco as western regional sales director. His responsi- bilities include working with

Microphor's representative and direct sales networks over four divisions, in- cluding marine. Prior to joining the company, Mr. Tocco has had exten- sive sales and manufacturing experi- ence with the aerospace indus- try. Started in 1963, Microphor has been a leading manufacturer of ultra low flush toilets and sew- age treatment systems. Marine products include sanitation de- vices, marine heads, oily water separators, oil content monitors and sump/pumps. For more in- formation on the Microphor ma- rine product line,

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