be seen from the surface and air, both on land and at sea. Te unit runs off three L91 lithium iron disulphate batteries, which can power the flare for up to five hours (in ‘best power’ mode), or for longer when turned on and off intermittently, in temperatures ranging from -40o
C to 60o C. Te batteries have a shelf life of
seven years, and power the device to produce continuously lit lasers, rotating at variable speed from 240rpm downwards. Lonsdale says: “We researched batteries on
these temperature specifications and expected to need a rare and expensive battery, but were stunned to discover the cell required was on the supermarket shelves. Te Mk2 uses high-spec AA cells, but the requirements of digital cameras have put these on the market.” The laser used in the Mk2 Odeo Flare
conforms to EN 60825-1 regulations and is Class 3R, acknowledging that the laser light poses no risk to eyesight, for either the overboard party or the rescue helicopter pilot. Each unit measures 265mm in length by 50mm in width, and weighs 330grammes.
When applied to ropes, lines or fibrous materials, Woolube’s Rope Cote cream provides a luminescent green glow for up to 12 hours.
in nighttime conditions, the product has also been formulated to be used with mooring lines, line thrower systems, halyards and tie-down straps. Users rub the cream, which contains the
substance lanolin, into the rope fibres, wiping off any excess aſter the job has been completed, and leave the treated rope to ‘charge’ in daylight conditions. Ten, once night falls, the rope will produce a luminescent green glow for a period of up to 12 hours. Te cream is waterproofed, for longer-lasting results, and non-harmful to the environment. A spokesperson for Woolube Europe
In glowing terms Visibility at night remains an ongoing marine safety concern, and, with this in mind, Woolube Europe has formulated a cream, Rope Cote, designed to produce glow-in- the-dark radiance when applied to lifelines. Although the product was initially developed in response to naval requests for a solution to help in identifying the correct onboard ropes and lines aboard rigid inflatable boats
claims that one order of Rope Cote should last approximately 12 months, and that the product works on a compound effect basis, where multiple applications of the cream produce bolder and longer-lasting luminescence. He adds that Rope Cote can be applied to any fibrous material, meaning that users can also apply the cream to lifejacket straps for increased visibility in nighttime man overboard scenarios. SBI
The Royal Institution of Naval Architects THE ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY SHIP
28 - 29 February 2012, London, UK
As the 21st century progresses, extensive global legislation and innovation centres on environmental protection. The focus of the international marine industry has been shifting greatly towards the design and operation of vessels which minimize their environmental impact. New regulations are coming into effect, regarding the reduction of all forms of emissions and waste from marine vessels. Increasing fuel prices and environmental concerns have again highlighted the benefit that reduced fuel consumption can bring to the ship operator. Groundbreaking designs and innovative technology is being introduced daily, which will eventually lead to zero-impact shipping. RINA invites papers from designers, regulators, class societies, builders, owners, suppliers and researchers on all related topics including:
• Air pollution reduction (CO2, SOx, NOx) • Operation in Emission Control Areas (ECA’s) • Alternative Fuel: LNG, hydrogen, biofuel, fuel cells, solar power • Energy saving methods of propulsion • Improving Ship Energy Efficiency Index • Ballast water and waste treatment & management • Liquid & air waste management and heat recovery • Minimizing the impact on marine ecosystems • Design for end of life & recycling • "Clean” production and maintenance methods • Unconventional design for environmental efficiency • Implementation of new and future regulations
Sponsored by:
www.rina.org.uk/environmentally-friendly-ship
Please contact: Conference Department, RINA, 10 Upper Belgrave Street, London SW1X 8BQ by fax on +44 (0)20 7259 5912 or by email:
conference@rina.org.uk
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