Water Systems – Page 6

  • News

    Katadyn Group acquires Spectra Watermakers

    2015-08-02T11:04:00Z

    At the start of the year, the Swiss headquartered Katadyn Group announced it had acquired the assets of US company Spectra Watermakers and formed a new partnership with effect from January 1.

  • The Xylem MTC 128 pump
    News

    Continual evolution from Xylem

    2015-08-02T10:51:00Z

    A new pump or pump range is launched just about every year by Xylem – the American corporation that includes the key marine brands of Jabsco and Rule.

  • News

    Blue Flag scheme is tightened up

    2015-08-01T17:40:00Z

    “The treatment of sewerage - black water - on vessels is full of pitfalls and is regulated from extremely lengthy and complicated documents,” says Peter Harrison, business development manager at Nauticool.

  • One of Lee San's pump out machines
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    Demands filter down to smaller boats

    2015-08-01T17:25:00Z

    Whereas previously it was the demand of the larger boat owner to have all the latest mod cons on board, now these demands are filtering down to owners of smaller boats, who still want access to the same features.

  • News

    Innovative water heater from Whale

    2015-08-01T16:52:00Z

    While water heating systems have been developed and refined for larger boats, the smaller end of the market has been somewhat neglected – up until now, says Katina Read.

  • The larger Coral Sea system supplied by Fischer Panda to the first Sunseeker 155
    News

    Good support is essential

    2015-02-26T16:04:00Z

    In the days of adventurous boating, with boaters travelling further and for longer periods of time, knowing their equipment is reliable and there is a good support network is imperative, writes Katina Read.

  • The Cape Horn Extreme supplied by Furneaux Riddall to the Volvo 65 round the world fleet
    News

    Silver stops rotten eggs smell

    2015-02-26T16:04:00Z

    Silver is well known as a powerful disinfectant which eliminates the microbes and bacteria in water, writes Katina Read.

  • LeeScale Green, Lee San's new descaler
    News

    Problems arise through using cheaper domestic products

    2015-02-26T16:03:00Z

    Lack of understanding still surrounds sanitation fittings on boats, according to marine sanitation company Lee San, says Katina Read.

  • News

    Shurflo improves its reliability

    2015-02-26T16:03:00Z

    While most of the water treatment products are tried and tested, manufacturers generally do have a constant programme of enhancement.

  • The Aqualite range is available from Nauticool
    News

    Highest grade components available are used

    2015-02-26T16:03:00Z

    FCI’s proprietary Universal Reverse Osmosis Controller is the cornerstone of its watermaking systems, explains Peter Harrison of UK distributors Nauticool.

  • Whale's new Supersub Smart automatic bilge pump
    News

    Ongoing product development from Whale

    2015-02-26T16:02:00Z

    Whale opened its new headquarters in Bangor, Northern Ireland, in March to house its production facility and quality testing department, writes Katina Read.

  • Xylem Jabsco Par-Max Plus fresh water pump
    News

    Boaters want their luxuries while at sea

    2013-08-28T11:51:00Z

    With boats getting bigger, larger, more powerful pumps are required to push the water the greater distance writes Katina Read.

  • Whale's Watermaster pump
    News

    Investment is crucial for Whale

    2013-08-28T11:51:00Z

    Whale has been producing high quality reliable water systems and accessories for the leisure marine market since the 1930s writes Katina Read.

  • The Dessalator Duo from Advanced Yacht Systems
    News

    Water is a commodity

    2013-08-28T11:50:00Z

    The convenience of unlimited fresh water and the freedom to stay at sea, enjoying the luxury of long leisurely showers, are just a few of the benefits a watermaker offers with vessels of almost any shape or size, writes Katina Read.

  • Severn Trent De Nora's Mariner Omnipure
    News

    Boaters must consider the environmental impact

    2013-08-28T11:50:00Z

    Sewage waste does not feed the fish – instead the biological oxygen demand to degrade causes much damage to the seabed writes Katina Read.

  • Baitek Linear gives a production: 30 litres/hour
    News

    Water: what kind of ‘budget’ are you on?

    2012-08-23T12:19:00Z

    The choice of watermaker comes down largely to the kind of ‘economy’ that’s of most concern, whether this is cost, power, or the water budget onboard, writes Stevie Knight.

  • EchoTec's belt driven watermaker is a good option if you have room for the pulley
    News

    Downstream of watermaker sales

    2012-08-23T12:19:00Z

    There are two schools of thought on watermaker ‘consumables’. One is that it’s a good way of keeping a customer base, another is that the consumer would rather pay a little more upfront and be free of ties, writes Stevie Knight

  • The Waterpebble is a discreet addition to the shower tray
    News

    A little nudge to conserve water

    2011-08-16T09:59:00Z

    For those that are conservation minded or simply need to keep an eye on supplies, there’s a new product that helps raise awareness of water useage in the shower.

  • Water is one of those things that boaters will argue over till the cows come home
    News

    Does everything have to be on tap?

    2011-08-09T10:54:00Z

    The idea that boaters always want to surround themselves with home-from-home luxuries can be taken with a pinch of salt, but evaluating the need for water-related kit can prove quite tricky, writes Stevie Knight

  • The sign that something’s wrong…
    News

    If something's getting up your nose

    2010-08-03T08:40:00Z

    Some boaters are coming in complaining of a ‘nasty niff’ emanating from their onboard toilet areas but what do you check? Stevie Knight talks pooh to find out.