McMurdo's new Smartfind S10 AIS beacon, an innovative personnel/crew recovery device, has now been approved for sale throughout the European Union. The approval has been given following an independent assessment by the British Approvals Board of Telecommunications (BABT).
The Smartfind S10 AIS Beacon uses AIS (Automatic Identification System) and GPS technology to give precise location information to aid the recovery of persons in difficulty at sea. The Smartfind S10 AIS Beacon will now carry the distinctive CE approval mark, assuring users of its high quality standards. The approval recognises that McMurdo's Smartfind S10 AIS Beacon complies with all essential requirements of the Radio and Telecommunications Terminal Equipment (R&TTE) Directive 1999/5/EC, the main route to compliance for all radio and telecommunications equipment sold in Europe.

The easy-to-activate product is ideal for use by divers, boat crews, or anyone else spending time on or near the water. Waterproof to 60m, as well as buoyant and compact, once activated, the Smartfind S10 AIS Beacon transmits structured alert message to AIS equipment onboard the vessel the individual has come from, and other AIS equipped vessels within a typical 4 mile radius. These messages indicate the precise location of the casualty together with course and bearing to that location. This information can significantly reduce the time it takes to search for and rescue a person in difficulty at sea. The Smartfind S10 uses its inbuilt GPS receiver to regularly update its position information, and has a minimum transmission time of 24 hours, making it a reliable and effective personal safety product for both commercial and leisure users. Available from CH Marine Ltd, tel.028 23190. e-mail, [email protected]. Price €249.99 inc.VAT

Crewsaver will be showcasing an exciting Drysuit range at Southampton Boat Show 2011. The new collection includes the Sabre, Cirrus, Zephyr for ladies and Razor for kids and have been developed following rigorous testing and feedback from experienced sailors who have trusted our drysuits for years.

They are constructed from a high quality 3 layer fabric, TX20K, which offers excellent performance and comfort in all conditions. The highly wicking fabric comprises a tough waterproof and windproof outer, a central breathable layer and inner lining. (MVP: 6,000g/m2/24hrs; WP: 20,000mm).

All Crewsaver drysuits have glideskin neoprene neck and cuff seals for easy donning and for optimum warmth and dryness.

For those out in the worst of weather looking for a hard wearing, hard working drysuit then the Sabre is the ideal choice. It features an additional storm collar for extra protection against the elements.

Additional features include high quality durable zips, integral braces for comfort, Latex socks to ensure warm feet and adjustable cuff and ankle covers for an optimum fit.

The features and fabrics of these drysuits provide the highest levels of breathability, durability and comfort you could wish for. All of these combined with new stylish graphics make the Sabre, Cirrus, Zephyr and Razor the only choice of drysuits for surface watersports users.

Visit Crewsaver stand B055 for a closer look at our new drysuit range and preview some of the other additions to the Crewsaver 2012 collection.