Category Archives: Navigation

B&G Halo

B&G Halo radar systems are designed with high-performance capabilities, ideal for both recreational and commercial vessels. Utilizing solid-state technology, the B&G Halo radar offers superior image clarity, faster target detection, and excellent range performance. The radar system features Doppler radar for moving target detection, providing enhanced situational awareness. This technology helps boaters identify and avoid […]

Lidar (Often Compared to Radar)

Lidar (Light Detection and Ranging) is often compared to radar due to its use of electromagnetic waves to detect objects. However, lidar uses light waves (laser pulses) rather than radio waves. Lidar is frequently used for creating high-resolution, 3D maps of landscapes, forests, and other environments. It is particularly effective for mapping terrain, detecting vegetation, […]

Marine Gyrocompass Calibration

Calibration of a marine gyrocompass is crucial to ensure accurate heading data. Over time, the gyrocompass may drift or accumulate errors, affecting its performance. Proper calibration aligns the compass to true north, ensuring that the vessel’s navigation system can provide precise heading information. This process involves adjustments to correct the errors caused by environmental factors […]

SOLAS Requirements for Gyrocompass (Safety of Life at Sea Convention)

The SOLAS Convention mandates the installation of gyrocompasses on vessels above a certain size and category to enhance navigational safety. These instruments provide reliable and accurate heading information, critical for collision avoidance, voyage planning, and compliance with safety management systems. SOLAS regulations are aimed at minimizing human error and technical failures, and a well-maintained gyrocompass […]

Simrad GC81 86 Gyro Repair, Service, Maintenance

Simrad GC81 86 Gyro Repair, Service, Maintenance offers repair and maintenance for Simrad GC81 and GC86 Gyro systems, ensuring that accurate and consistent heading data is provided for reliable navigation, even in severe marine environments.

Simrad Halo

Simrad Halo radar offers cutting-edge performance with solid-state technology, ensuring high-definition imaging and long-range detection. Designed to meet the needs of recreational and commercial vessels, Simrad Halo radar provides superior target tracking and situational awareness, even in the most challenging weather conditions. With features like Doppler radar for moving target detection and high-resolution imaging, Simrad […]

Target Detection Radar

Target detection radar systems are designed to detect and identify objects or targets in the radar’s environment. Using electromagnetic waves, these systems analyze the reflected signals to determine the presence, location, and movement of objects. Target detection radar is commonly used in military applications, air traffic control, and marine navigation to ensure the safe identification […]

Marine Gyro for Fishing Vessels

Fishing vessels benefit greatly from the use of marine gyros, which help stabilize the ship and reduce the rolling motion caused by waves. By counteracting the effects of rough seas, marine gyros ensure that fishing operations can continue smoothly and safely, even in challenging conditions. This is particularly important for smaller fishing vessels, where stability […]

Regulations for Gyrocompass on Commercial Vessels

Maritime regulations across the globe mandate the use of reliable navigational equipment like the gyrocompass. Commercial vessels must be equipped with a gyrocompass to ensure accurate heading information, especially during long voyages and in areas where magnetic deviation is prevalent. These instruments are essential for ECDIS, radar overlays, and compliance with IMO safety regulations. Failure […]

Simrad GC80 85 Gyro Repair, Service, Maintenance

Simrad GC80 85 Gyro Repair, Service, Maintenance provides repair, service, and maintenance for Simrad GC80 and GC85 Gyro systems. This ensures accurate heading data, supporting safe and efficient navigation, even in challenging weather conditions.