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The relatively low effi- ciency of steam turbine ^^ ^ ^^ systems compared with diesel engine propulsion has for many years been accepted as state-of-the- art in LNG carriers.

This business philoso- phy has deprived the cargo owners of consid- erable revenue from the sale of the LNG that was used for propulsion purposes.

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American Vulkan

VULKAN Couplings are world renowned for high quality, guaranteed torsional stiffness and damping capacity.

Brand names include the highly flexible

RATO Couplings,

VULKASTIK-L,

VULKARDAN-E,

FLEXOMAX, and

TORFLEX. VULKAN Couplings are found on diesel engines and electric motor-driven equipment including marine propulsion, on rigid-mounted or free standing transmissions, compressors, two-bearing generators and pumps. Silicone elements are available on sev- eral couplings for high temperature applica- tions.

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Mustang Survival

When lives are at stake, an immersion suit with the qual- ity and performance of Ocean

Commander is quintessential.

Forty-five percent lighter than conventional suits, it is easy to get into and so flexible that it is ideal for abandonment pro- cedures. In addition to the

Ocean Commander, Mustang provides an array of high tech survival and protective equip- ment to NASA, the U.S. Air

Force, the U.S. Navy, Coast Guards, and pro- fessional users in more than 20 countries worldwide.

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Prime Mover

Controls

Featuring the IMACS (Integrated Machinery

Alarm and Control Sys- tem), PMC's color brochure describes the various features of this system. Typical func-

II tions and operator interface screens are illus- trated, using screen captures from the latest vessel installations.

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Superbolt

This 22-in. thread, 34- in. O.D. patented

Superbolt Mechanical

Tensioner creates over 6,000,000 lbs. of bolt tension. This tensioner eliminated the long tedious process of heat- ing the tie-rods to pre- load them, saving days in installation time. Superbolt is able to han- dle jobs like this one, and even bigger, produc- ing custom orders in a timely fashion.

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Thordon

Bearings, Inc.

Thordon Bearings, a pioneer in the develop- ment of pollution free bearing designs offer a choice of sealed or open, water lubricated propeller shaft bearing systems. The Thor-

Lube sealed stem tube system combines proven XL bearings with

Thor Lube, a water soluble, non-polluting lubricant. Thordon's open water lubricated system choices are COMPAC, XL and com- posite; each offering specific advantages in dif- ferent water environments.

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Hatlapa

Hatlapa has always been — and will always be — dedicated to the shipbuilding industry. All of Hatla- pa's products such as deck machinery, com- pressors and steering gears, derive from the company's activities in the marine field. As an independent company with highly motivated staff who can make decisions quickly, Hatlapa provides world-wide service to any place with- in 48 hours.

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Intercon

Intercon manufacturers a complete line of winches, hoists, ATB couplers, and customer material handling equipment for commer- cial and military appli- cations. Recent deck machinery orders include a 400 ton SLP double drum winch for

Dolphin Towing's new OSV; four point moor- ing systems for Santa Fe's two new Jack-up

Rigs; new mooring winches and anchor hoist for Maritran's barge Ocean Cities; and 27" electric capstans for Reinauer Transportation.

Intercon coupler systems have also been ordered for new ATBs under construction for

Allied Transporation, Bouchard, Reinauer

Transporation, and Vessel Management Ser- vices.

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MacGregor

To be the market leader in hatch covers requires constant and active par- ticipation in the marine industry. MacGRE-

GOR'S number one status is proof of our commitment and the right attitude towards customers' needs. In MacGREGOR, Hatch

Covers in particular, these principles have proven to be the right guidelines for continu- ous success.

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National Crane

National Crane Corpo- ration, America's truck- mounted hydraulic crane leader and a

Grove Worldwide

Company, has released literature that intro- duces its new Series 500D telescoping crane.

The 500D is a completely redesigned version of the company's popular 500C series. The new design affords greater lifting capacity, longer reach and improved overall perfor- mance. Visit www.nationalcrane.com for more information.

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Marlow Ropes

Marlow Ropes, an approved ISO 9001 company, are worldwide leaders in pioneering the use of specialist fibers and rope con- structions for the marine and offshore — industries. Our success is based on technical knowledge, understanding the application requirement and satisfying the user needs.

This ensures that Marlow products are used with confidence in diverse and demanding markets. For the latest news and information visit www.marlowropes.com

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Austal USA

The newest and most technologically advanced aluminum yard in the U.S. is up and running. Austal USA, backed by the power- house of Austal Ship and the design team of the world's largest aluminum builder, has ves- sels under construction and the capacity and skills to meet the most demanding of alu- minum vessel requirements. Austal USA is majority owned by the Austal Group of West- ern Australia and benefits from the experience of more than 70 high speed vessels in service, an in-house design team, a quality approach underpinning design and construction, and product support that has set the standard around the world.

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Wesmar

Quiet and high perfor- mance power are two highlights outlined in

WESMAR's new Vortex brochure. This line of thrusters introduces a new and powerful gen- eration for WESMAR.

Complete with schematics, specifica- tions, and hydraulic information, this colorful eight-page brochure outlines the Vortex's impressive capabilities. Additionally, it's chalk- full of testimonials that were gathered from owners, shipyards and dealers from all over the world. The counter-rotating design provides 40 percent more power ensuring the ability to produce greater thrust from a smaller tube.

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NETEC

NETEC, a prod- uct line of Jered

Industries, Inc. of Brunswick,

Ga., has been a manufacturer of deck machinery for 75 years. Special service winches, anchor windlasses, mooring winches, towing winches and oceanographic winches are typical of the equipment which NETEC has provided the marine industry.

Providing equipment, which has been designed and constructed to the specific requirements of the operator, has been the hallmark of NETEC.

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