How accurate are they and how long before help arrives EPIRB? Position accuracy is primarily dependent on the model of EPIRB that you carry. EPIRB’s without integrated GPS that depend on COSPAS-SARSAT satellite passes typically can provide accuracies within a few miles. The newer models with integrated GPS units can narrow that down to normal […]
Taking the “Search” out of Search and Rescue of EPIRB Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacons (EPIRBs) are either manually or automatically activated radio beacons that when used; transmit a digital signal that can be instantly picked up by satellites. With the latest changes in regulations, EPIRBs now transmit on 406 MHz, this frequency has been […]
Radar SART, How it Works. Introduction They are designed to be used on board any vessel; ship, boat, or survival craft. There are (2) types of Search and Rescue Transponders (SART), the “Radar SART” and the “AIS SART.” We will be discussing the Radar SART since it is the most common found on board smaller […]
Search and Rescue Transponder Procedure Introduction They are designed to be used on board any vessel; ship, boat, or survival craft. There are (2) types of Search and Rescue Transponders (SART), the “Radar SART” and the “AIS SART.” We will be discussing the Radar SART since it is the most common found on board smaller […]
Ship RiverTough Bearings And Seals Application Built for the Inland & Coastal Waterways TG100 Seal Safe Return to Port Emergency Seal A unique feature of the TG100 is that the emergency seal allows you to return safely to the nearest port if your primary seal is ever damaged. Maintenance-Free Shaft Seals The TG100 seal is […]
Thorplas Blue Bearing For Boat Eliminated Grease, Save Money, Improve Crew Safety Ensuring smooth reliable operation of all equipment installed above the waterline is a tough issue for any ship’s crew. Deck machinery and steering gear bearings require frequent maintenance and steering gear bearings require frequent maintenance and grease lubrication. if routine maintenance is delayed […]
Navtex Type NX-300 Furuno Reliable, uninterrupted reception of Navtex messages. Designed for voluntary carriage on recreational craft and small workboat. No consumables or paper required. Ultra clear 4.5″ backlit ilver bright LCD. Compact, stylish display and antenna unit. 28,000 character memory capacity for message storage. Memory backup with a long life lithium battery. Low power […]
Navtex Receiver Model NX-300 Reliable, uninterrupted reception of Navtex messages. Designed for voluntary carriage on recreational craft and small workboat. No consumables or paper required. Ultra clear 4.5″ backlit ilver bright LCD. Compact, stylish display and antenna unit. 28,000 character memory capacity for message storage. Memory backup with a long life lithium battery. Low power […]
Thorplas Blue Bearing For Ship Deck Machinery Eliminated Grease, Save Money, Improve Crew Safety Ensuring smooth reliable operation of all equipment installed above the waterline is a tough issue for any ship’s crew. Deck machinery and steering gear bearings require frequent maintenance and steering gear bearings require frequent maintenance and grease lubrication. if routine maintenance […]
RiverTough Bearings And Seals Built for the Inland & Coastal Waterways TG100 Seal Safe Return to Port Emergency Seal A unique feature of the TG100 is that the emergency seal allows you to return safely to the nearest port if your primary seal is ever damaged. Maintenance-Free Shaft Seals The TG100 seal is designed to […]