Feature 2
German stable is the new MaK large engine
MaK large engine
protection/safety system (LESS). This
protection/safety
integrates different functions involved in system (LESS)
engine monitoring and control by using two display (Credit:
small, resiliently mounted control boxes at Caterpillar Marine
the back of the engine. Power Systems).
The vessel operator benefits from the
integrated system by way of maximum
engine availability and minimised risk of
failures. Should a failure occur, the affected
sensor or actuator is highlighted in the LESS
display for repair or replacement.
The LESS technology offers advantages
not just for the shipowner or operator, but factory, and there is reduced potential for representation in the medium-speed
also for the shipyard, engine manufacturer wiring mistakes at the shipyard. category is, of course, especially strong
and commissioning dealer. The engine A three-year combustion engine through Wärtsilä and Finnish component
manufacturer, Caterpillar Motoren, can technology research programme was makers.
easily adjust, test and approve all safety and implemented in Finland on 1 January The FCEP programme is led and
control features prior to engine delivery. 2010. The principal aim of the Future coordinated by CLEEN, the Strategic Centre
The shipyard saves both installation time Combustion Engine Power Plant (FCEP) for Science, Technology and Innovation
and space because there are no separate project is to develop reciprocating engine (CSTI) for the Finnish energy and
electronic components and less wiring. and related power plant technologies, to environment ‘cluster’. CLEEN was formed in
Engine commissioning is easier because ensure that Finnish industry can maintain 2008 and its 45 shareholders include the major
pre-tests and class approvals are done at the its leading position in global markets. The industrial companies and research units.
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Dr. Dirk Jürgens, Head of Research and Development,
Voith Turbo Schneider Propulsion
The future of propulsion. That’s what moves us.
Safety and precise maneuvering on Voith Turbo Marine offers tailor-made
the seas, lakes, rivers, waterways and propulsion systems for a wide variety of
har bors of the world is of maximum applications – for harbor assistance
impor tance. Safe and eco-friendly drive and escort duties, ferries, supply- and
sys tems are an essential prerequisite special vessels for the oil industry, for
for this. For over 80 years, Voith has military applications and for special ships
been designing systems that are safe and individually configured mega yachts.
for people and the environment.
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