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Gard Guidance Masters

2.10.6.4 ENGINE ROOM AUTOMATION SYSTEM

Engine rooms are being equipped with tailor-made “total concept” state of the art automation systems incorporating
  • Universal Monitoring & Control (UMS/UCS) with alarm and control panels in the accommodation and on the bridge
  • Diesel Manoeuvring System (DMS) as a complete bridge control system offering fully automatic remote control of the main engine from the bridge and engine control room
  • Diesel Protection System (DPS), the stand-alone diesel engine slowdown and shutdown safety system for automatic power reduction to protect the propulsion system against damage
  • Electronic Governor System (EGS) for accurate control of speed in a fuel efficient manner even at low revolutions
  • automatic overspeed prevention in heavy seas
  • Propulsion Control System (PCS) to apply integrated machinery control and monitoring.