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QYSEA’s FIFISH PRO W6 ROV with A50 DVL fitted (Station Lock & Control)

Mini DVL Makes a Big Impression on Small ROVs

is available rated to 500m or 3000m. Water Linked A50 DVLThanks to advances in technology allowing for the miniaturization of sensors, small ROVs can now be used for performing tasks that previously required larger vehicles. This results in a lower cost of operation and enhanced user experience.Scott McLay, Chief Commercial Officer of Water Linked, said, “This commitment by QYSEA to the Water Linked DVL, following extensive evaluation, is a great testimony to the ability of our engineers to develop high performance sensors that meet the needs of the industry, enabling small vehicles to operate

Gemini 720im (Photo: Tritech)

Tritech Unveils New Multibeam Imaging Sonar

microelectronics and proven sonar technology.   “The Gemini 720im has been in development for two years. Every aspect of the sonar has been meticulously engineered and rigorously tested, to ensure that it meets the exacting high standards by which the Company operates,” said Scott McLay, sales director at Tritech. “Customers can expect this latest model to deliver the same outstanding performance and reliability that Tritech’s products are synonymous with, but in a supremely lightweight and compact unit.”   Tritech already has to its record one of the

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Sonar Technology to Be Used to Detect Sharks in the US

collected by SMS.   A benefit of the marine monitoring system for detecting sharks is that it offers a noninvasive solution. Other shark management strategies often include the use of drumlines, sharknets and tagging systems – all of which are potentially harmful and invasive.   Scott McLay, Tritech’s Sales Director, commented, “Tritech has a strong philosophy of investing in research and development; this ensures we are at the leading edge of underwater technology innovation. The 720is sonar and associated software is just one product of that philosophy, and the Company

Gemini 720is (Image: Tritech)

Oceanscan Invests in Tritech’s Gemini Systems

on pan and tilt units.    The enhanced electronics offer real-time visualization and a fast update rate of 30 Hz across a 120 degree field-of-view. The Gemini 720is is also ideally suited for target recognition, subsea monitoring and inspection and obstacle detection.    Scott McLay, Tritech International Sales Director commented, “Our Gemini 720is has seen remarkable success since its launch earlier this year and we are thrilled to see Oceanscan investing in our solutions.”    “The Gemini 720is upgrade is just one example of Tritech’s

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MTR100: Tritech International

subsea conditions in which Tritech’s customers operate.   Westhill Business Park, Peregrine Road, Westhill, Aberdeenshire, AB32 6JL Tel:  +44 (0) 1224 744 111 Email:  [email protected] Managing Director: David Bradley Engineering Director: Jeff Chambers Sales Director: Scott McLay Sales Manager: Mike Broadbent     (As published in the July/August 2016 MTR100 edition of Marine Technology Reporter)  

Tritech Gemini 620pd Systems for Unique Group

.   Andy Doggett, Survey Divisional Director, Unique Group, commented, “We have invested in Tritech’s Gemini 620pd systems to strengthen our already extensive fleet, ensuring that we had the latest Tritech multibeam profiling technology to meet customer demand.”   Scott McLay, Sales Director, Tritech International Ltd, commented, “Unique is the latest company to realize the benefits of our Gemini 620pd multibeam profiling sonar, which offers its customers a low-cost, high-resolution survey solution. The purchase will initially assist a subsea contractor with

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Gemini Sonar Integrated onto CoPilot Software

simple point-and-click tool to fly the ROV. It is already integrated to Heriot-Watt’s Falcon ROV; and can also be used to pilot other ROV systems. By integrating the Gemini, the ROV pilot can simply point on the sonar data and the ROV will automatically move to the required coordinates.   Scott McLay, Sales Director at Tritech, commented, “It was great to see the system in action; CoPilot is a very intuitive software package. The combination of the Gemini and CoPilot in one integrated system really allows end-users to get the most out of both the software and the sonar. This is another

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Van Oord First to Adopt Tritech Gemini

we undertake. At Van Oord we have seen the true benefit in moving to multibeam technology for imaging sonars and due to the improved performance and the enhanced software capabilities of the new model, we are adopting the Gemini 720is as our standard for our offshore operations.”   Scott McLay, Tritech Sales Director, commented: “With the launch of the next generation of multibeam imaging sonar, the delivery of 6 Gemini 720is sonars to Van Oord along with Gemini SeaTec software specifically adapted to their requirements, highlights the market confidence in our multibeam technology

OpenHydro’s research tidal turbine (Image: OpenHydro)

Tritech Gemini Sonars for Renewables Company

After a brief hire period for projects in Canada, the Gemini sonar continued to prove itself as a robust and reliable system during operations in France. It was therefore the logical choice to continue using this trusted and easy-to-operate sonar as we expanded onto different projects.”   Scott McLay, Sales Director, Tritech, said, “Tritech has led the way with many innovative technologies and this application proves the diversification of our technologies into different markets. Providing OpenHydro with a solution to both support their deployment activities and permanently monitor around

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