Overhauling the electrical systems of your boat can be a daunting prospect. Whether your new boat has a serious electrical issue and requires an overhaul, or you’ve invested in an older boat that is not up to today’s electrical standards, it’s a big investment....
Marine automation systems are becoming very popular among boat owners. While boat automation used to only be used on large, expensive megayachts, computers and boat PLCs (Programmable Logic Controllers) are sinking in cost, and becoming much more affordable for boat...
Marine automation systems are becoming more popular than ever. Today’s Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) and boat computers are affordable and reliable, and can be used to automate just about every feature of your boat! Curious to learn more about how you can...
The electrical system of your boat is truly its “nervous system”. Modern boats are reliant on electrical systems for powering appliance, navigational equipment, and so much more. Without a properly functioning electrical system, you’re likely to be either beached at...
Today’s yachts are smarter than ever. Using advanced PLC (Programmable Logic Controller) systems, it’s easy to automate the day-to-day tasks of your yacht, and take a more hands-off approach to enjoying your time on the open ocean. Not sure if you can benefit from...
Whether you’re looking into purchasing a new yacht, or refitting an existing vessel, you may be wondering about the benefits of marine switchboards. In recent years, marine switchboards have become much more popular as a way to control the distribution of electricity....
When it comes to the most overlooked system on a yacht, your yacht control panel is certain to top the list. This little workhorse is responsible for controlling dozens – if not hundreds – of common day-to-day tasks on your yacht. From monitoring system health and...
When you fire up your yacht, amazing things happen. Your generator kicks in, and starts delivering power to critical systems. Lights turn on throughout your boat. The HVAC system begins monitoring yacht temperatures, and heating/cooling accordingly, and your yacht...
Sailing the open seas is an unforgettable experience and one full of lifelong memories. But from defunct programmable logic controllers (PLC) to failed system communications, there are several electrical mishaps that can turn your yachting experience into a nightmare....
Marine electric engineers use a multitude of acronyms, and the most notable of all is PLC. PLC stands for programmable logic controllers and is a key term for those who set their sights on exploring the ocean. Whether you’re a first-time yacht owner or you’re just...
