Five (More) New Products to Find @ SMM 2018

The SMM 2018 scheduled to take place September 4-7, 2018, in Hamburg, Germany, is held every two years and is the traditional launching platform for a variety of commercial shipping and shipbuilding technologies. Five new marine technologies to look for in Hamburg include:

Company: CM Technologies GmbH
Booth: A3.204
Product: New Performance Indicator to save fuel
The PREMET X measuring device presented by CM Technologies GmbH makes it possible to precisely determine the cylinder pressure at every cylinder position, the actual injection and ignition timing, as well as other aspects of the combustion process. Based on the results, the injection can be optimized and fuel consumption reduced. Furthermore, nearly all wear processes can be monitored and maintenance planned accordingly. Innovative sensors from Kistler Switzerland are used for maximum reliability, making it possible to measure pressures up to 350 bar.
lso includes a sensor that detects the exact angle of the crankshaft. “This is particu-larly useful in the context of fuel savings. If the combustion is just 1° late, consumption increases by about two percent,” argues Winkler. Optional for all versions is an acoustic emission sensor, which makes it possible to also monitor the injection process and the valve control.
CM Technologies has equipped the device with a shock-absorbing cover to prevent damage caused by falls, especially considering the harsh environment on board. In the unlikely event of a failure or if the device needs to be calibrated, the company offers comprehensive calibration and repair services.

Company: Evoqua
Booth: B.544.2
Product: SeaCURE BWT

Evoqua will showcase its type approved electrochlorination-based SeaCURE ballast water treatment system. The company unveiled a remodelled, compact SeaCURE unit last year as a skid-mounted, plug-in-and-play ballast water treatment system that is 76% smaller and 85% lighter than existing electrochlorination-based systems. Mounted on a 2m x 1.5m, easy to install skid. It is one the of smallest ballast water management solutions available capable of treating flow rates of up to 6,000 cu. m./hr. Another key feature, is that the SeaCURE BWMS can be configured to also work as a vessel’s marine growth prevention system, protecting against the build-up of biofouling in seawater in critical machinery and cooling systems.

Company: Klüber Lubrication
Booth: A3.309
Products: New EALs
Klüber Lubrication is presenting a whole series of new products for on-board applications at SMM 2018 with the motto "Plain sailing even in rough seas". The showcase focuses on extending the product portfolio to include EALs (environmentally acceptable lubricants). These include new special greases for wire ropes, high-performance synthetic gear oils and rolling bearing greases. On example is the new EAL Klüberbio AM 92-142 has made its mark on the industry, thanks to its excellent wear protection, exceptional adhesion and good water resistance, reliably protecting steel cables against corrosion, even when they come into contact with sea-water.  

Company: Naval Dome
Booth: B1.138
Product: Cyber Security
Naval Dome, an Israeli-based manufacturer of a cyber protection system, will attend SMM for the first time this year. Earlier this year, the company’s defence system was selected to protect 55 Stamco-operated Pure Car and Truck Carriers (PCTC). Naval Dome will install the security system onboard the vessels’ bridge, navigation, communication and machinery control systems to deliver maximum, multi-layered protection from any existing or future cyber security threat. Naval Dome’s cyber defence technology, which can be installed on multiple ship systems, uses intelligence agency security technology to prevent internal and external cyber-attacks with minimal human intervention.

Company: Penn-Troy Manufacturing
Booth: A2.241
Product: BICERA Sigma Crankcase Explosion Relief Valve
Penn-Troy Manufacturing’s new BICERA Sigma Crankcase Explosion-Relief Valve is significantly smaller and lighter than existing valves. Current (162-mm-diameter, valve-opening) explosion relief valves, at a little over 12 inches in overall diameter (317 mm), are about the size of your car’s steering wheel and weigh 24 pounds. At just over 9 inches in diameter (233 mm) and weighing just 13 pounds (6kg), the BICERA Sigma is substantially smaller and lighter. Not only does the BICERA Sigma take up less space on the engine, but, being almost 50% lighter and 25% smaller, it’s cheaper to ship, as most applications require multiple valves per engine. The smaller size of the BICERA Sigma means there’s more space for other engine design considerations, without concern about interference. The valves also occupy less space in inventory. Finally, their lower weight and smaller size make the valves easier to handle. As a final point, replacement is simple, as existing valves can be directly replaced with the BICERA Sigma without making any other changes.