In a relatively new application for Thordon Bearings’ pioneering polymer material, Wilson Ship Management AS, a Norway-based ship manager, has replaced the greased bronze bearings on the hatch cover wheels… Read More
Products
Innovative companies are constantly coming out with new products and services to help the inland barge industry operate more safely and economically. You’ll find our coverage here.
BargeOps has announced the launch of its BargeOps Liquids module, designed specifically for liquid shipments. Liquid shipments need an effective management solution ensuring accurate and compliant reporting, the St. Louis-based… Read More
Crews looking to manage daily tasks pertaining to safety, training and maintenance can do it all with the MobileOps application. The app is designed to make it easier to complete… Read More
A new type of dynamometer, which can measure torque accurately at very low speeds, is being touted as uniquely suited to marine uses. The dynamometers are made by a company… Read More
Renewable Lubricants has announced the introduction of its Bio-E.P. Wire Rope Lubricants, bio-degradable vegetable oils formulated with anti-wear, extreme pressure, anti-rust, oxidation inhibitors and a tackifier. They provide a light… Read More
Elliott Bay Design Group (EBDG) has designed a harbor power and charging barge that it says offers ports and harbors a cost-conscious and high-performing option to minimize emissions from large… Read More
Dixie Towing recently upgraded the deck winches of its twin-screw, 1,800 hp. tug Dixie Trader with new winches from Patterson Manufacturing. When Dixie Towing bought the tug in 2021, the… Read More
Thordon Bearings has released results of a study that examined the hydrodynamic lubrication efficiency of a vessel’s propeller shaft bearing system. Simply put, the study found that the use of… Read More
By Bob Jaudon Custom Compounders Inc. The majority of degreasers used for engineroom chores contain ingredients that pose risks for people charged with their use. That’s not to say they… Read More
Moxie Media and Helm CONNECT have announced a software integration partnership to benefit e-learning users and simplify tracking regulatory compliance. Helm CONNECT’s personnel certification tracking module can now be connected… Read More
