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Delta Wave Debuts Global Dispatch SolutionDelta Wave Communications offers a new global dispatch solution: Push to Talk (PTT) and dispatch over satellite, with global coverage. The new technol- ogy, according to the company, offers global coverage and gives the end user on-the fly control when it comes to man-aging user access. IP based, it eliminatesthe necessity of base station equipment,as the software allows the dispatcher to create talk groups on the fly. Ideal for maritime customers, as well as disasterrecovery and emergency preparedness personnel, it operates over Thrane and Thranes land, vehicular, and marine based Inmarsat terminals.www.deltawavecomm.com. World Wide Metric Adds Garlock Gaskets World Wide Metric added gaskets to its product line, partnering with Garlock, aleader in high-performance fluid sealingproducts for the worlds processing in- dustries. Garlock 5500 Gaskets are now available in full face and ring type in met- ric JIS and DIN flange configurations. The Garlock 5500 provides a tight seal that offers great stability with minimal weight loss. As well as a reduced creep relaxation with an improved retention providing optimal seal ability. www.worldwidemetric.com April 2012www.marinelink.com 85Youve known us for quality rigging products since 1890.Our compre- hensive block, fairlead, sheave and alloy forging lines have met the chal- lenges of the most demanding appli-cations around the world.And in the process, weve proudly taken part in the shaping of American history; from salvage operations at Pearl Harbor and construction of the Grand Coulee Dam to San Franciscos BART and the space shuttle. Whatever your applications, were committed to serving you with the finest in standard and customengineered products.For further information contact your nearest dealer or call us at:503/651-3175Skookum PO Box 280, Hubbard, OR 97032 FAX 503/651-3409 Now more than ever, Skookum signifies value in todays cost-conscious world. Blocks & RiggingAN ULVEN COMPANY 1-800-547-8211 ? www.skookumco.com SINCE 1890GE LM Gas Turbines for Commercial Marine GE Marine reports its LMaeroderivative gas turbines are poised to re-emerge in the commer- cial marine market as a prime power producer, especially for new natural gas applications such as fast ferry, liquefied natural gas (LNG) tanker or FPSO. GEs LM gas turbine fleet has logged more than 13 millionhours in marine service. In the mid2000s, Marine Gas Oil (MGO) burned in gas turbines experienced a significant price increase versus the heavy fuel oil used by diesels, moving the market back toward diesels. Fast forward to today and gas turbines are worth another look. Gas turbines are increasingly seemas more cost effective, particularly looking at tightening emission stan-dards coming in 2014 and 2016.These new requirements will un- doubtedly usher in increased use ofgas turbines burning alternate ma- rine fuels such as LNG.www.geaviation.com/ engines/marine