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Dometic Marine New Aftermarket Sales Manager for Poland

December 05, 2011

Dometic Marine, the world-known supplier of marine air conditioning, sanitation systems, electronics and galley equipment has recently named Aneta Mielniczuk as Aftermarket Sales Manager for Poland. Based in Warsaw, Poland, Mielniczuk´s main responsabilities are driving sales, further strengthening customer relationships and establishing new partners within the country.

Aneta Mielniczuk - Dometic Marine New Aftermarket Sales Manager

Aneta Mielniczuk - Dometic Marine New Aftermarket Sales Manager

With many years’ experience of sales and business development in the automotive industry in Poland and abroad, Mielniczuk boasts a wide set of skills that will prove invaluable to the expansion of Dometic Marine’s presence in the country. Her vast knowledge of manufacturing, distribution and retail operations will be seamlessly transferred to the marine industry and further benefit the company’s growth.

Marcin Klimczewski, Managing Director of Dometic Poland, comments: “Poland is an important region for Dometic Marine and we are seeing a continuous growth within the leisure boating market that requires a driven and experienced Aftermarket Sales Manager. Bringing Aneta on-board will allow us to enhance the service provided to our existing customers as well as increase brand awareness and business growth through several new channels and markets.”

Mielniczuk adds: “The marine industry is fast expanding in Poland and I am very excited to be part of Dometic Marine’s growth there. It is such a renowned company with a large profile and portfolio of industry-leading products and I’m looking forward to rising to the challenges that my new role will bring.”

Dometic Marine is the world’s leading supplier of marine air conditioning, sanitation and other equipment from premium brands Cruisair®, Marine Air Systems® and SeaLand® as well as its own Dometic brand. The company offers the world’s largest marine network of trained and certified sales and service teams to support customers globally.

Dometic Marine’s annual Sales and Service Awards at METS 2011

November 17, 2011

Dometic Marine, the world’s leading supplier of marine air conditioning and sanitation systems and equipment has presented the winners of the Dometic International Marine Excellence (DIME) Awards for distributors and dealers.

Winners from Holland and Germany

Winners from Holland and Germany

Winners from Spain, Italy and France

Winners from Spain, Italy and France

Given annually in recognition and appreciation of sales performance and customer service, the awards were presented by Ned Trigg, Senior Vice President, Global Marine Sales at a gathering of dealers and distributors during METS. The awards are based on sales of the company’s brands, which include Condaria, Cruisair®, Marine Air, SeaLand®, and WAECO as well as the company’s own Dometic brand.

Winners from Canada, Brazil and Argentina

Winners from Canada, Brazil and Argentina

Winners from the UK

Winners from the UK

On announcing the awards, Ned Trigg said, “This year’s DIME awards recognise the provision of locally-focused support to our global customer base which is fundamental in continuing to satisfy the needs of the market. I would like to congratulate all our distributors and dealers who have provided exceptional customer service and out-performed expectations this year with high sales. Thanks for your on-going support and all the best for your continued success in 2012.”

Winners from Asia Pacific region

Winners from Asia Pacific region

Winners from Turkey

Winners from Turkey

There are four categories in the 2011 Awards – Sales Platinum, Sales Gold, Sales Silver and a Service Award. This year a total of four Sales Platinum, eight Sales Gold and 25 Silver Sales Awards were presented and three companies were recognised with a Service Award.

Winners from U.A.E., Russia and Greece

Winners from U.A.E., Russia and Greece

DOMETIC CORPORATION MARINE AWARDS 2011

Details of the Awards by Country:

Australia
Seabreeze Industries, Sales Platinum Award
SEAIRLAND SYSTEMS, Sales Gold Award

Brazil
Marine Express, Sales Gold Award
Lestada Comercoi Ltd., Sales Silver Award

Canada
Northland Supply Company, Sales Silver Award
Western Marine Company, Sales Silver Award

China
FMT Global Resources PTE Ltd., Sales Gold Award
S & D Oilfields Supply & Safety., Sales Gold Award

France
Big Ship., Sales Silver Award
Coolmarine., Sales Silver Award
Kent Marine., Sales Silver Award

Germany
A.W. Niemeyer., Sales Gold Award

Greece
Aegean Diesel Electric Ltd., Sales Silver Award

Holland
Heinen & Hopman Eng. BV, Sales Platinum Award
Lankhorst Taselaar, Sales Gold Award
Technautic, Sales Silver Award

Italy
Osculati SPA., Sales Silver Award
Powerline SRL., Sales Silver Award
Ecosan SRL., Service Award
Francesconi Manrico SRL., Service Award

Japan
Gunji Coorporation, Sales Silver Award
Tominaga & Co., Ltd., Sales Silver Award

New Zealand
Whiting Power Systems, Sales Silver Awards
Lighthouse Marine, Service Award

Russia
STANDARTE., Sales Silver Award

Singapore
Tripower Corporation, Sales Platinum Award

Spain
Acastimar, Sales Silver Award

Taiwan
Ing Hai Co., Ltd., Sales Gold Award
Mercury Marine Supply Company, Sales Platinum Award

Tortola
Parts & Power, Sales Silver Award

Turkey
Arti Marin., Sales Gold Award
Denizmar, Sales Silver Award
Eltesan, Sales Silver Award
Marina Deniz Araclari TIC., Sales Silver Award

U.A.E
Mantech Generators & Engines Industry, Sales Silver Award

UK
Lee Sanitation Ltd., Sales Silver Award
Aquafax, Sales Silver Award
Arleigh International, Sales Silver Award
Nauticool, Sales Silver Award

Details by Award Category:

Sales Platinum Award (4)
• Heinen & Hopman ENG. BV Holland
• Mercury Marine Supply Company Taiwan
• Tripower Corporation Singapore
• Seabreeze Industries Australia

Sales Gold Award (8)
• Lankhorst Taselaar Holland
• A.W. Niemeyer Germany
• ARTI MARIN Turkey
• Marine Express Brazil
• Ing Hai Co. Ltd Taiwan
• FMT Global Resources PTE LTD China
• S & D Oilfield Supplies & Safety China
• SEAIRLAND SYSTEMS Australia

Sales Silver Award (25)
• Technautic Holland
• Denizmar Turkey
• Eltesan Turkey
• Marina Deniz Araclari TIC Turkey
• Aquafax UK
• Arleigh International UK
• Lee Sanitation Ltd UK
• Nauticool UK
• Parts & Power Tortola, BVI
• Northland Supply Company Canada
• Western Marine Company Canada
• Lestada Comercoi LDT Brazil
• Trimer S.A. Argentina
• Acastimar Spain
• Osculati SPA Italy
• Powerline SRL Italy
• Big Ship France
• Coolmarine France
• Kent Marine France
• Mantech Generators &Engines Industry U.A.E
• STANDARTE Russia
• Aegean Diesel Electric Ltd Greece
• Whiting Power Systems New Zealand
• Gunji Corporation Japan
• Tominaga & Co. Ltd Japan

Service Award (3)
• Ecosan SRL Italy
• Francesconi Manrico SRL Italy
• LIGHTHOUSE MARINE New Zealand

Dometic Marine new WhisperFan Controller

November 15, 2011

Dometic Marine, the world’s leading supplier of marine air conditioning presents its new WhisperFan Controller to the European market at this year’s METS. Offering yacht owners an easy and economical solution to very loud AC-motor-driven fans, the WhisperFan Controller uses pulse-width modulation (PWM) to make any AC-driven fan as silent as a DC-driven fan, while also offering overload protection for the blower motor.

Dometic Marine WhisperFan Controller

Dometic Marine WhisperFan Controller

Compatible with all Cruisair® and Marine Air Systems® cabin controls, the WhisperFan Controller is simply installed between the electrical box and the blower. By pulsing the voltage hundreds of times faster than is possible with triacs (electronic switches) used by other fan-quieting technologies, the innovative device ensures a smoother motor current, resulting in extreme low-noise output.

The WhisperFan Controller makes blower fans up to 6 dBA (decibels adjusted) quieter than standard speed-controlled AC blowers. That’s a drop of about 50% in what the human ear can perceive.

“Unlike any other fan-quieting device on the market, the WhisperFan Controller also provides versatile user-defined fan-speed manipulation and supports cabin controls with 3, 5 and 6 speeds,” comments Matteo Giovanetti, Director of Technology, Dometic Marine. “For example, if the yacht owner feels there is too much of a jump between the blower’s ‘low’ and ‘medium’ settings and not enough of a difference between the ‘medium’ and ‘high’ settings, they can readjust and fine-tune fan output for each setting to suit their preferences.”

By cleverly monitoring the electrical current going to the fan motor, the WhisperFan Controller will shut down if the level goes too high, providing overload protection for itself and the blower it is connected to. This is a smarter method of overload protection than what a fan typically uses, which is based on heat level.

Supporting blowers that are 208-240VAC/50-60 Hz for either direct expansion (DX) or chilled water systems, the WhisperFan Controller works with blowers up to 3 amps.

Dometic Marine is launching its extensive range of new products to the European market at METS, including the WhisperFan Controller. For further information please visit the Dometic Marine team at stands 01.615, 01.715 and 10.417 during METS, 15th – 17th November 2011.

Dometic Marine Cruisar for 105ft private charter yacht Lady of the Lake

November 10, 2011

Heating Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) specialist Dometic Marine will supply its Cruisair® equipment aboard a 105ft private charter yacht Lady of the Lake which has been created by houseboat and custom yacht builder, Skipper Manufacturing LLC. According to the new agreement Dometic will deliver custom-built chilled water equipment to provide the yacht with 480,000 BTU (British thermal unit) or 40 tons of capacity.

105ft motor yacht Lady of the Lake built by Skipper Manufacturing

105ft private charter yacht Lady of the Lake built by Skipper Manufacturing LLC

“As a private charter vessel, the ‘Lady of the Lake’ will be used to entertain up to 150 guests from her home port at Riverside Resort in Lake Charles, Louisiana. The provision of reliable air conditioning aboard is essential to ensure the comfort of passengers and crew as well as satisfy owner expectations,” comments Bernie Clements, Purchasing Manager Skipper Manufacturing. “Having worked with Dometic for several years, the team has proven to offer HVAC solutions which meet the specific requirements of virtually any application and they are also on hand throughout the duration of the project to provide exceptional technical support.”

Scheduled for delivery during November 2011 the complete Cruisair HVAC system includes a 3-stage chiller with 21 standard and low-profile air handlers which are designed to use minimal overhead space. Dometic Marine’s latest project with Skipper Manufacturing is testament to the company’s customer-orientated strategy which outlines support, selection and service to address the challenges faced by designers, yard owners and yacht operators.

Dometic Marine also provides the broadest selection of chilled water systems including air handlers and controls, enabling the company to customise air conditioning solutions to satisfy a multitude of requirements for space and cooling capacity on-board. For installation support, after-sales service and maintenance and repair service, Dometic Marine has an extensive network of offices located in twelve strategic regions across the world which are backed in the field by the world’s largest marine network of authorised distributors, dealers and fully-trained service engineers in over 100 countries worldwide.

Dometic Marine presents its new Eskimo Ice EI540D Ice Cube at FLIBS

October 27, 2011

Dometic Marine, the world’s leading manufacturer of innovative marine products, introduces its new Eskimo Ice EI540D Ice Cube at Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show. Making up to 540 lbs (245 kg) of freshwater flaked-ice per day, the cube-shaped EI540D permits ice to travel twice as far from the unit to the fish box as earlier models, providing a better location flexibility on-board.

Eskimo Ice EI540D Ice Cube by Dometic Marine

Eskimo Ice EI540D Ice Cube by Dometic Marine

By compacting the flaked-ice into cylindrical ice pellets, the ice can travel farther without melting and produces fewer clogs for continuous ice production. The unit’s small footprint makes it ideal for smaller fishing vessels with a big demand for ice. The EI540D Ice Cube is easily installed below deck or in the engine room and ice is pushed through a flexible insulated hose up to 30 ft (9.1 m) in length to virtually any fish box or cooler location on-board.

Measuring 16”x16”x16” (413mm x 413mm x 413mm) and boasting a compact design, the EI540D Ice Cube complements the existing range of Eskimo Ice machines, which includes the larger self-contained or split-gas EI600D models. The EI540D Ice Cube replaces the EI250D Ice Cube model, and produces 116% more ice than the earlier model in the same-sized cabinet.

“The Eskimo Ice range produces flaked-ice, which has a smooth and rounded shape that reduces the risk of damaging the flesh of the fish. It is delivered directly to the fish box from its location below deck. The new EI540D gives sport fishermen more flexibility as to where they can locate the ice machine because of the longer and narrower ice-delivery hose,” comments Bill Liptak, Product Engineer, Dometic Marine.

A smart digital monitor mounted remotely on the bridge or in a cabin is conveniently located for ease of operation without making a trip down to the engine room. It reports the system’s operational status and any alarms to skipper and crew at all times if problems with pressure, water and ice levels, or blockages are detected. If there are any problems they can be resolved and the system reset as soon as possible to preserve the on-going production and supply of ice.

Dometic Marine has supplied fishing yacht owners with crushed ice systems for more than 25 years and is presenting its extensive range of new products, including the Eskimo Ice EI540D Ice Cube, at this year’s Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show. For further information please visit the Dometic Marine team at Booths 1207-1208 in the Engine Tent and Booths 38-39 in the Entrance Tent.

Dometic Marine’s new variable frequency drive nominated for DAME Award

October 24, 2011

The world’s leading supplier of marine air conditioning, Dometic Marine, has been chosen for a prominent DAME Award for its new Bypassable Variable Frequency Drive (VFD). Released at IBEX 2011, the innovative device is the first Bypassable VFD introduced to the marine market and is created to provide builders and owners with extensive benefits including the elimination of electrical and navigation system interference.

Dometic Marine - Bypassable Variable Frequency Drive (VFD)

Dometic Marine - Bypassable Variable Frequency Drive (VFD)

Frank Marciano, President of Dometic Marine, commented: “This is the second consecutive year that one of our products has been nominated for a DAME Award and it is a testament to our expert engineers and design team who have yet again worked tirelessly to develop an innovative, problem-solving product”.

“For years, yacht builders, owners and engineers have tolerated the unwanted side effects of VFDs that are used to gently start and stop a chiller’s compressor. Representing a clear breakthrough in marine VFD technology, Dometic’s Bypassable VFD not only eliminates start-up surge, but after the start-up is completed it seamlessly disconnects itself, eliminating all harmonic distortion and RFI.”

Used to smoothly and gently start an air conditioning system’s compressor, VFDs eliminate large current surges that would otherwise interrupt the yacht’s AC power supply. Although providing a significant benefit, standard VFDs also cause harmonic distortion and radio frequency interference (RFI) with electrical and navigation systems and require the installation of line filters and conditioners to eliminate the disturbance.

Easily installed within the yacht’s engine room, Dometic’s Bypassable VFD is electrically connected between the power supply and the air conditioning system’s compressor. Once in operation the innovative device smoothly and gradually increases the compressor’s motor current without any start-up surge.

Unlike standard marine VFDs, once at speed Dometic’s Bypassable VFD is precisely synchronized with the current and then seamlessly bypassed so it is no longer part of the electrical circuit, which eliminates noise and radio frequency interference (RFI). Just before the compressor is turned off, the sophisticated Bypassable VFD is brought back into the circuit to gradually ramp down frequency and voltage and bring the compressor to a smooth stop.

Controlling up to four compressors, Dometic’s Bypassable VFD is especially cost-effective for chillers with two to four stages. Standard VFD technology requires one VFD per compressor. The innovative device also protects the compressor by monitoring input voltage and output current and will shut down if a problem is detected. Its unique digital display allows users to monitor operation and faults.
To find out more about Dometic’s Bypassable Variable Frequency Drive, please visit stands 01.615, 01.715 and 10.417 during METS, 15th – 17th November 2011.

New Aftermarket Sales Manager at Dometic Marine for France

October 13, 2011

Dometic Marine has recently chosen Emeric Monnier as Aftermarket Sales Manager for France to bring company development and brand realization in Northern Europe. With widespread knowledge of the industry and marine leisure OEM and aftermarkets in the country, Monnier will be very helpful in the expansion of Dometic Marine’s existence in France.

The proSafe MD361 P.Superyacht Safe by Dometic Marine

The proSafe MD361 P.Superyacht Safe by Dometic Marine

Based in La Rochelle, France, Monnier will have core responsibility for the marine sector in France and for further strengthening system sales as well as supporting the distributor and dealer network in the country. The French-born International Business graduate has extensive experience in marine sales throughout France and the Caribbean and spent the last three years as a Jeanneau boat dealer before joining Dometic.

Ned Trigg, Senior Vice President of Global System Sales, Dometic Marine, comments: “Strengthening the presence of Dometic Marine’s brands in France is key to our strategy moving forward, so it was important to appoint an enthusiastic and knowledgeable Aftermarket Sales Manager dedicated solely to the marine sector. With a strong background in marine sales, Emeric fills this role perfectly.” Monnier adds: “I’m delighted to be joining the team here in France. Dometic Marine is a major player in the global marine industry and its eagerness to continuously improve and grow for the benefit of its customers and dealers is refreshing. I’m looking forward to becoming a part of that and the challenges it will bring.”

Dometic Marine is the world’s leading supplier of marine air conditioning, sanitation and other equipment from premium brands Cruisair®, Marine Air Systems® and SeaLand® as well as its own Dometic brand. The company offers the world’s largest marine network of trained and certified sales and service teams to support customers globally.

Dometic Marine presents slim-line Starlight Two-Burner Marine Cooker at METS

October 13, 2011

Dometic Marine will increase its marine cooker product line with the new Starlight Two-Burner Marine Cooker at METS, 15th – 17th November, 2011, Amsterdam, The Netherlands. Presenting a narrow footprint and stylish satin finish, the cooker can be used in smaller galley spaces and is applicable in professional retrofit or DIY installation.

Emerald Split System by Dometic Marine

Emerald Split System by Dometic Marine

The new Starlight two-burner cooker will be launched to meet market demands for a slim-line cooker to fit smaller on-board kitchen areas. Ned Trigg, Senior Vice President of Global System Sales, Dometic Marine, comments: “We have recently received an increase in demand for a cooker that offers the same performance as our larger-profile products, but incorporates a narrow design so that it can be installed easily within smaller galleys. Our new Starlight two-burner cooker will be a modern addition to any galley, offering the same high quality features as our other cookers within a slim-fit design.”

Comprising a medium and large gas burner hob, an open grill cabinet and gas oven, the Starlight Marine Cooker incorporates a flame failure device on each burner and includes pot holders, semi-gimbal suspension, oven tray and wire rack as standard.

Operated by propane gas, the cooker also offers the highest heating value per kilogram of all available liquid fuels. Oven temperature and burner flames can be precisely regulated using the oven’s control knobs.

The Starlight Marine Cooker is available through Dometic Marine’s worldwide distribution channels and supported by a global supply network for spares and service as is most of their product range. For further information on the Starlight Two-Burner Marine Cooker or any other Dometic Marine products, please visit stands 01.615, 01.715 and 10.417 during METS, 15th – 17th November 2011.

PRODUCT SPECIFICATIONS
Dometic Starlight Marine Cooker
Hob burners output: 1 x 2.2 kW; 1 x 1.8 kW
Hob gas consumption: 1 x 160g/h; 1 x 131g/h
Oven output: 1.1kW
Oven gas consumption: 80g/h
Grill output: 1.3 kW
Grill gas consumption: 100g/h
Burners: 2
Dimensions: (WxHxD) 475 (inc. gimbals) x 508 x 441 mm (inc. gas inlet)
Weight: 23kg
Grill cabinet capacity: 15 l
Oven capacity: 28 l

Dometic Marine presents HVAC solutions at the 2011 Auckland International Boat Show

September 14, 2011

Dometic Marine distributor, Whiting Power Systems Ltd, presents an extensive range of HVAC (Heating, ventilation and air conditioning) solutions at this year’s Auckland International Boat Show in New Zealand. Products on display for the first time include Dometic’s Emerald Split Air Conditioning System and award-winning In-Duct Breathe Easy™ Air Purifier.

Emerald Split System
Comprising of the Emerald Condenser and the Emerald Evaporator, the new split system has been engineered to use R410A environmentally safe refrigerant. Fully compliant with International green gas standards, the thermodynamic properties of R410A enabled Dometic engineers to increase system efficiency by using fewer amps per capacity.

Based on Dometic’s cutting-edge air conditioning technology, the systems have been designed and refined to maximise performance and durability. The Emerald Split System Series provides increased efficiency by using fewer amps per capacity and offers a refined, quieter system that maximizes performance and durability. The system provides up to 17.5% more cooling capacity and its rotary compressor reduces amperage by up to 40% compared to older counterparts.

Emerald Split System

Emerald Split System

In-Duct Breathe Easy
The In-Duct Breathe Easy Air Purifier, which was awarded the highly acclaimed IBEX Innovation Award in the Mechanical Systems category at IBEX 2010, is specifically designed to work within the ducting of a yacht’s air conditioning system. Operating silently, it purifies and cleanses air using Photocatalytic Nano-Mesh Technology with UV light. Each time the air circulates it is further purified.

The unit takes up little space and if retrofitted will require no alterations to be made to the vessel’s existing air conditioning unit. There is no need for any mounting hardware as a section of the A/C ducting is cut out and the circular In-Duct Breathe Easy tube simply inserted, then the ducting is reattached to it. The Breathe Easy is available in sizes to match all standard duct diameters.

The In-Duct Breathe Easy has been proven by independent test consultancy, Environmental Diagnostics Laboratory to reduce the presence of harmful mould spores and other contaminants and odours by up to 100%. Inhaled mould is acknowledged by leading experts as a key contributor to health issues such as eye and respiratory tract irritation, sneezing and sore throats.

Dometic Breathe Easy In-duct

Dometic Breathe Easy In-duct

Dometic Marine appoints Wes Oebel as Account Manager for Aftermarket Sales in the Western Region

September 08, 2011

Dometic Marine, the world’s leading supplier of marine air conditioning and sanitation equipment has recently appointed Wes Oebel as Account Manager for Aftermarket Sales in the Western Region. Based in Seattle, WA, Oebel will have core responsibility for further strengthening sales as well as supporting aftermarket customers in the Western region.

Wes Oebel - new Account Manager for Aftermarket Sales for Western Region at Dometic Marine

Wes Oebel - new Account Manager for Aftermarket Sales for Western Region at Dometic Marine

An engineering graduate from Texas A & M University, Oebel joins Dometic with more than ten years’ manufacturing and product sales experience in the automation industry as well as an excellent track record of increasing sales in his previous roles. His extensive knowledge of the entire manufacturing process, from design and development through to sales and service will offer invaluable expertise to Dometic’s growing U.S. Aftermarket Sales team.

As part of his new position, Oebel will be working alongside Ken Taranto, Vice President of US Aftermarket Sales who said: “I’m delighted to welcome Wes to the team and have every confidence that his previous experience will enable him to be successful in his new role at Dometic. The expansion of our Aftermarket Sales team is reflective of our strategy to offer exceptional support and service and will enable us to further strengthen relationships with customers in this important region.”

Dometic Marine supplies a broad range of air conditioning, sanitation and other equipment from premium brands Cruisair®, Marine Air and SeaLand® as well as its own Dometic brand. The company has the world’s largest marine network of trained and certified sales and service teams to support customers globally.

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