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RICE SPEED NOZZLE*
Marine Weather Satellite
Receiver
The latest Weather Satellite receiver system from ICS Electronics Ltd. offers dramatic improvements to the facilities offered by existing systems.
The WS5 M uses Windows 95 com- patible software to receive and display startlingly detailed satellite weather images directly on a PC screen, even when at sea.
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New Viking Liferaft
The new Viking self-righting liferaft for 50 persons has been developed and approved to the new internation- al regulations applying to ro-ro pas- senger ships. Other Viking lifesaving products include rescue boats, Marine
Evacuation Systems, personal protec- tive equipment, training, inspection and servicing.
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January, 1998
Gas-Tight Chemical Tank Gauging
MMC International (Inwood, NY) designed this Closed TrimodeTM to deliver fast and accurate gauging, sound- ing and sampling for tanks carrying chemicals, while keeping operators in compliance with the growing body of safety and environmental regulations.
When this instrument is installed in an
MMC vapor-control valve, it assures a gas-tight barrier that locks in fumes.
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Surveillance Made Easy
The NightMaster, by Cincinnati
Electronics Corp., can see in the dark.
With infrared imaging, this advanced, hand-held compact unit can magnify, provide digital data output, and oper- ate in extreme weather from —32o to 55oC. RemoteMaster is specially designed naval and marine detection, identification and navigational mis- sions.
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Luxe Interiors
MSC (Maritime Services Corp.) pro- vides the marine industry with plan- ning, design, engineering, construc- tion supervision, materials and pro- ject execution relating to new build- ing and refurbishment of cruise ships, ferries and gaming vessels.
They produce furniture, furnishings and finished surfaces; gallery ad mess; doors; bulkheads, linings and ceil- ings; restrooms and more.
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Linear Bi-directional Driver
Barco designs high quality displays, high resolution graphics generators and video products with worldwide recognition for advanced technology, user-friendliness and minimum maintenance. Barco's displays, con- trollers and video products are uti- lized in aircraft, ships, submarines and land-based vehicles as well as
Air/Vessel Traffic Control and C4I.
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On The Wave
Station 12 is the world's most suc- cessful satellite service provider.
They offer quality voice telephony, telex, messaging and data applica- tions. On the Wave is the Station 12 newsletter that gives you news about their products and services, as well as developments and events concerning satellite communica- tions.
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Nucleus2 5000
This radar has been designed to meet the growing demand for a small professional radar that conforms with IMO require- ments. Features include the automatic tracking of up to 50 targets, enhanced sig- nal processing and extensive interfacing capability.
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Interior Panels
I Norac Akerpanel is a complete interior
I paneling system for use onboard ships, cruise vessels, and drilling rigs. The sys- tem comprises non-combustible and sound-absorbent elements, and has been developed with a to simple and rapid installation. The system includes walls lining and partitions, ceilings, doors and floating doors, and floating floors.
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Teakdecking Systems
Teakdecking Systems, the largest sup- plier in North America of teak decks and custom wood floors for the marine industry, is pleased to announce the opening of its new 60,000 ft2 manufac- turing facility. Located in Sarasota,
Fla., the new factory provides enough space to pre-assemble in one place mod- ular teak decks for vessels up to 250' long.
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Speed Nozzles Move Ships ...
Faster!
Rice Speed Nozzles (patent pending) offer less resistance, more thrust and fuel savings with a special shape and skewed propeller. They are geared for smoother performance, vibration- free operation and longer life. Made by computerized cutting equipment and certified welders from electrolyt- ic material.
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Innovation Bridge Series
This ergonomic multi-function bridge workstation by Litton Marine Systems concept uses the latest advances in flat- panel display technology. The worksta- tion's compact, uncluttered design makes it suitable for virtually any bridge size and configuration. Inputs from radar/ARPA, AECDIS, autopilot, GPS, gyrocompass, speed log, echo sounder, engine monitoring systems, shipboard
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On the Wave