2-Stroke and 4-Stroke – Page 62
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NewsLPG options for two-stroke engines
All electronically-controlled ME engines in MAN’s two-stroke range are available as ME-GI dual-fuel versions, incorporating high pressure gas injection arrangements, writes David Tinsley.
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NewsNorway encourages gas propulsion solutions
Norway’s environmental strategy has provided a fillip to the uptake of gas-fuelled machinery in the marine sector, writes David Tinsley.
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Korean engine builder consolidates gas experience
Korea’s increasing endeavours in the field of engine technology, complementing its considerable stance as a producer of engines for the marine and power generation markets, are encapsulated in the rapid extension of the HiMSEN portfolio from Hyundai Heavy Industries’ Engine & Machinery Division(HHI-EMD), writes David Tinsley.
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NewsNew-generation thrusters put to work on Norwegian ferry
Thruster manufacturer Brunvoll has released details of the first propulsion application for its azimuth rim driven thrusters, on a Norwegian ferry operated by Fjord1 MRF.
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NewsRegular maintenance is key to more uptime and lower costs
Bill Mossey, Corporate Manager Pacific Power Products, MTU Detroit Diesel, outlines the company’s approach to preventive maintenance of high speed diesel engines.
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NewsSailing towards IMO Tier 3
In order to meet future emission limits for marine engines with respect to nitrogen oxides (NOx) and sulphur oxides (SOx), engine manufacturers have been developing a number of solutions. This paper from MAN Diesel sets out the options for medium-speed diesel engines.
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NewsTurbochargers for optimised performance
The latest technology from turbochargers manufacturers is timed to meet a new era of low engine-emissions and low fuel-consumption. Mark Langdon reviews the options.
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NewsCummins power remains popular in SE Asia
The French have long been noted for their marriage of art and design, writes Alan Haig-Brown. The latest design for a fast support intervention vessel (FSIV) demonstrates this once again.
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NewsCummins power for smaller US liftboats
Having recently delivered a lift boat with massive 97m legs, naval architect firm A. K. Suda is currently overseeing the construction of two of its latest designs, writes Alan Haig-Brown.
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NewsSplit bearings prevent ship layovers
UK company Revolvo says that its split roller bearings can prevent unplanned layovers resulting from bearing failures in marine shaft propulsion systems.
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NewsWärtsilä capitalises on buoyant Mid East market
Boiler servicing and modification business is booming in the Gulf, according to Wärtsilä Dubai boss, Ad J.W. Bertens.
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NewsUltra low-speed engines for VLCCs make economic sense
Recent developments in low-speed diesel engines have made it possible to offer solutions which will enable significantly lower transportation costs and emissions for VLCCs, according to a paper compiled by MAN Diesel & Turbo.
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NewsMarine gear oil designed for thrusters operating in extreme conditions
ExxonMobil Marine Lubricants has introduced Mobilgear SHC MT 68, which the company says is a fully synthetic extreme pressure (EP) marine gear oil formulated to optimise the performance of equipment operating under extreme conditions.
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NewsTransmission partnership offers bigger drive products
Mechanical power transmissions company Centa Transmissions, which designs, manufactures and supplies flexible couplings, gears and gearboxes, says that it can now offer larger marine drive solutions.
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NewsGenset engine now meets IMO Tier 2
Cummins of the USA says that it has received a statement of compliance from the American Bureau of Shipping (ABS) certifying its QSK60 HPI auxiliary engine to IMO Tier 2 emissions standards.
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NewsElectric AC drives offer true ‘no loss’ operation
Norwegian AC drive company Stadt’s recently- introduced range of drives has been developed specifically for fully-electric ship propulsion systems, with either diesel- or gas-fuelled prime movers.
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NewsFuel-efficient inland ship design unveiled
Swedish engine company Volvo Penta reports that a new inland waterway cargo ship concept, based on its high speed engines, has recently been launched in The Netherlands.
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NewsThe case for multiple engines
There is a case developing where the use of multiple engines – usually several high speed units - can be justified on deep-sea ships on the grounds of both improved safety and improved economy, writes Dag Pike.
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NewsCummins power for worldwide ship projects
USA-based high speed engine company Cummins Marine reports a number of significant recent projects undertaken in Malaysia and Europe.
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NewsDorman name continues under new ownership
Dorman Diesel, a name previously associated with small marine propulsion and genset engines, is set to reappear in the marketplace following a change of ownership.
