Hull and machinery incident – Main engine and generator breakdown The incident reported below resulted in a complete machinery breakdown. Incident The vessel was preparing to depart from anchorage. The main engine shaft generator was connected to the main switchboard and everything appeared to be normal. One of the engine crew members was working near […]
Breakdown of machinery due to engine overspeed Damage From time to time Gard Marine receives reports regarding breakdown of machinery due to overspeed of either the main engine or auxiliary engines. Overspeed is any speed beyond the operating range specified by the engine manufacturer. Very often overspeed leads to serious damage, not only to the […]
Hull and Machinery Incident of Marine Engine breakdown The following incident occurred on a general cargo vessel. RPM drop When the incident occurred, the vessel was fully loaded and under way to a European port. The vessel was at sea, the main engine was running on full speed as normal and everything seemed to be […]
Marine Engine Breakdown After Repairs Background The majority of the cases involved engine breakdowns – some with subsequent grounding or collision and the more severe also leading to pollution or even total loss of the vessel. The risks involved in some repair or maintenance operations are not always readily identifiable. Potential risks may be overlooked […]
Sensor Accessories Seametrics Sensor Accessories Aneroid Bellows. Desiccant Tube Refill Bottle. Desiccant Tube Replacement. Modbus/SDI12 Flying Lead. ½” MNPT Threaded Top Cap. Smart Sensor Junction Box. Lightning Protection Kit. Auxiliary Power Box. ¼” FNPT End Cone Adapter. USB/RS485 Communication Kit. Transducer Strain Relief Kit. Anti-Fouling Kit. TempHion Reference Electrolyte. Description Aneroid Bellows : For installations where […]
Multi Parameter Sensor Seametrics Up to Six Parameters with Datalogging 5 standard configurations. Integrated datalogger. Modular design for varying site needs. Includes SDI-12 and Modbus® interfaces. Description This single unit can do the work of six sensors—all at the same time. Available in a variety of configurations to fit your needs. To make your work […]
DO2 Dissolved Oxygen Sensors Seametrics DO2 Dissolved Oxygen SENSOR WITH DATA LOGGING Dissolved Oxygen Sensor with Integrated Datalogging Measures dissolved oxygen and temperature. Integrated datalogger collects over 170,000 records. Utilizes fluorescence sensor technology. No membranes, fill solutions, replacement caps, or cartridges required. Includes new Aqua4Plus control software. Description Seametrics’ DO2 Smart Sensor is the next […]
Temperature Sensors Type T1 Seametrics T1/T1R SUBMERSIBLE TEMPERATURE SMART SENSOR Offering both SDI12 and Modbus® interfaces, the Seametrics T1/T1R is a smart choice for upgrading to digital and replacing your analog temperature sensors. The T1/T1R’s rugged construction of 316 stainless steel, fluoropolymer, and PTFE resists weathering and data interferences, making it safe for long-term deployment. […]
Turbidity Sensors Type Turbo Seametrics Turbo Turbidity Sensor With Data Logging 0-3,000 NTU Sensor with Datalogging Includes Aqua4Plus software. Can measure up to 3,000 NTUs. Available for Modbus® and SDI-12 systems. Built-in datalogger. Description Seametrics’ Turbo Sensor measures a wide range of NTUs, making it a versatile device capable of deployment at many different sites. […]
pH/ORP Sensors Type TempHion Seametrics TempHion™ Smart Sensor With Data Logging The Seametrics TempHion™ Smart Sensor is a microprocessor-based submersible sensor with built-in data logging. The internal processor in the TempHion allows for easy calibration, using the calibration utilities in Aqua4Plus. Once calibrated, this calibration data is stored in non-volatile memory within the Smart Sensor. […]