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What's a sacrificial anode, sagging sampson-post or scum valve?
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MODEL TESTS
The most comprehensive assessment of power requirements for a new ship is obtained by conducting experiments with a model hull and propeller in a towing tank.
Search and rescue vessel HERMANN MARWEDE
The German Sea Rescue Service (DGzRS) decided to have a new rescue vessel in 2000. It took three years to bring this new project to fruition, and 27-knot HERMANN MARWEDE was delivered in 2003.
Nitrogen generator
Chemical tankers, gas carriers and reefer ships need clean, dry nitrogen for inerting, purging and cargo padding.