The Role of Turbo Chargers in Yanmar Marine Diesel Engines

August 17th, 2018

At its core, a marine turbocharger is an integral part of a Yanmar marine diesel engine. The prestigious engine brand is clearly designed to excel in its boat propelling duties, but that ability to excel will fall short without this vital drive component. It’s the turbo that ensures the diesel ignition cycle is provided with […]

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Mitsubishi VOS Ballast Water Treatment System: The Technology in Water Purification

July 27th, 2018

Before international maritime law took control, boat ballast systems could be used as comfy vehicles for tiny hitchhikers. Bio-invasion was a big problem, and it’s still a relevant issue today. However, it’s not a problem that can be solved by installing mechanical filters. Enter the Mitsubishi VOS ballast water treatment system, an active means of stopping boats […]

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Uses and Applications of Kemel Propeller Nut

July 11th, 2018

Before this post dives into yet another innovative design principle, a cautionary note should be issued. Marine engineers, masters of all things mechanical, they know that hydraulic systems use dangerous pressures. For that reason, high-pressure hydraulic systems must be worked upon with all due care. Having opened with this reproach, we’ve gotten ahead of ourselves. […]

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Yanmar Marine Auxiliary Diesel Engines: Purposes and Functions

June 27th, 2018

Uninterrupted electrical power flows from bow to stern. A Yanmar marine auxiliary diesel engine is humming away deep inside the boat. Not to be overly dramatic, this equipment is the ship’s lifeline, the vessel’s life support system, in fact. Built by Yanmar, a reliable diesel-fueled auxiliary engine is a multitasking workhorse. It generates electricity, it […]

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Yanmar Diesel Marine Engines: Most Important Spare Parts to Keep Onboard

June 8th, 2018

Smart yachtsmen keep spare parts onboard. Seeing that oceangoing vessels have adopted this fundamental strategy, how can a recreational sailor do less? It’s just common sense, a safety net that’ll protect the boat if it breaks down kilometres from shore. Having arrived at that realization, what spare parts deserve a place onboard? Remember, storage space […]

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