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TECH-INNOVATION POWERED BY VDMA - MARINE EQUIPMENT AND SYSTEMS BACHMANN ELECTRONIC Austrian automation specialist expands to Norway (from left) New Office Manager Jonas Helness and Technical Manger –Fredrik Helness The Austrian company Bachmann electronic, specializing in automation technology for maritime applications, renewable energy, and industry, is expanding its international network with a new office in Norway. It is located in Norway’s © Bachmann electronic capital, Oslo, in the Helsfyr district. Jonas Helness, an experienced sales engineer and account manager, will serve as the office manager and key account manager for Norway. The decision to establish a dedicated branch in Norway was not made by chance, Bachmann says. The company has been active in Norway since 2014, and the country is globally renowned for its technology and innovation, particularly in the maritime industry. Norway is a significant maritime nation with the sixth-largest merchant fleet in the world. The shift toward sustainable solutions and innovations in the shipping industry is also driving an increasing demand for programmable logic controllers (PLCs). These factors make Norway an important market for Bachmann electronic. Jonas Helness previously worked at Autic Systems and Siemens, where he served as a Sales Engineer, Account Manager, and Key Account Manager. Helness is confident that Bachmann electronic stands out due to its highquality products and excellent support. „I was impressed by the positive and open culture within the company,“ he says. „The people at Bachmann are approachable, cheerful, and direct in communication. This is important to me to be successful in sales and feel comfortable in my professional life.“ Helness plans to build strong and lasting relationships with Bachmann’s customers, with the goal of achieving 30% annual growth within the first five years. „I am confident that our products and solutions meet the needs of Norwegian customers,“ he says. The new office in Oslo is initially staffed with three employees, including two engineers and Helness as the key account manager and office manager. Two more employees are expected to join in the coming years. ZF New hybrid transmisions for waterjet vessels With the ZF 3000 NRD PTI, ZF is extending its maritime drive expertise to a new field of application. The new hybrid transmission, designed for power ranges up to 1,940 kW, offers a space- and weight-saving solution for implementing hybrid propulsion in waterjet vessels. This enables low-noise and lowemission operation, ideal for use in ports and bays. Additionally, it provides powerful support in situations requiring rapid maneuvering. Sometimes, speed is essential, even on water. In these cases, manufacturers of yachts and workboats such as ferries, crew boats, and firefighting vessels often choose waterjet drives. According to ZF, the all-new ZF 3000 NRD PTI allows shipyards and designers to rely on a powerful and reliable solution for this type of propulsion. The basis for the new hybrid waterjet transmission is the ZF 3000 series, which has already been successfully used in the market for several years. Customers can therefore count on a robust, durable, and powerful drive system. The ZF 3000 NRD PTI is designed for a maximum output of 1,940 kW and 7,560 Nm on the main drive, as well as 250 kW and 1,500 Nm on the electric power take-in (PTI). The closely coordinated ratio covers the range from i=1.093 to i=2.952. In addition, ZF is developing further variants – the ZF 5000 NRD PTI and ZF 8000 NRD PTI – to cover higher power ratings. Thanks to its PTI capability, the ZF 3000 NRD PTI can be coupled with electric motors. This allows vessels equipped with this transmission to operate in protected waters, ports, or bays New ZF 3000 NRD PTI hybrid transmission using a low-emission, low-noise drive. The quietness of the transmission in this configuration also enhances onboard comfort. Additionally, the electric motor can power onboard equipment. With its compact design, the ZF 3000 NRD PTI fits into small engine rooms, providing designers with greater flexibility. ZF has already received initial orders for the new ZF 3000 NRD PTI hybrid transmission and successfully implemented customer projects. Patrol boats and firefighting vessels outfitted with this system are currently operating reliably in Asia. © ZF HANSA – International Maritime Journal 10 | 2024 59
