Tritech’s new real-time multibeam imaging sonar, Gemini 720i has received an encouraging response from the industry. Suitable for multiple applications, Gemini’s fast update imaging has already reduced customer operation time in offshore construction work and body search and recovery trials.

Mooring Block

Gemini 720i Sonar image of a mooring block

Launched in September 2009 at the Unmanned Underwater Vehicle Showcase (UUVS), Southampton, sales of Gemini exceeded expectations during the first week of its launch, with a strong order book into this year. Tritech’s continued innovation in multibeam technology will see further expansion of its multibeam product portfolio during 2010, including the launch of a deeper rated Gemini and a multibeam profiler.

Gemini Sonar in Use

Gemini 720i Sonar image of a submerged aircraft

Recent trials carried out in a flooded quarry, used for diver training, demonstrated the image clarity Gemini can achieve as a high-resolution imaging sonar. Various underwater targets were identified from submerged objects, including a Hawker Hunter fighter aircraft, where the benefits of Gemini’s long range detection made targets visible past 120m.

To support these innovations, Tritech continues to invest in its staff to foster and grow expertise within the company. Matt Winfield, newly appointed Survey Business Development Manager, is a recent addition to Tritech’s technical sales team, bringing with him many years of experience using multibeam sonar technology as an offshore engineer.

Commenting on Tritech’s Gemini, Matt said: “I am encouraged by Gemini’s performance having worked with some of Tritech’s customers to conduct field trials with the sonar; its ability to dramatically reduce operations time, compared to traditional mechanically scanning sonar technology, is proving to be of real benefit to our customers.”

Tritech has also recently appointed a Product Line Manager for Acoustic Imaging, Ben Grant. Ben is involved in the long-term development of Gemini as well as the Company’s established mechanical scanning sonar range. Ben and the team also offer support and training from the dedicated centre at Tritech’s Westhill offices, complete with full test systems for practical work.

For more information on Customer Training Courses, please contact Ben Grant on +44 (0) 1224 744111 or email: training@tritech.co.uk

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StarFish side scan sonar systems can now be interfaced directly to Chesapeake’s SonarWiz.MAP and SonarWiz 5 software.

StarFish

Tritech’s high performance shallow water StarFish sonar systems now have the full advantage of real-time and post-processing power allowing users to produce high-resolution maps and reports in a wide variety of formats.

SonarWiz.MAP and SonarWiz 5 are all-in-one packages that will assist the StarFish customer in data collection interpretation and reporting. The real-time mosaic features of the SonarWiz product line help insure the user that the data quality and coverage requirements are fully satisfied, before leaving the survey operations area.

Jesse Rodocker, Director of Marketing of SeaBotix, a StarFish and SonarWiz Distributor, commented: “I am encouraged by the completeness of SonarWiz. SonarWiz provides StarFish users with the most efficient all-in-one package for handling the complete survey cycle from start to finish.”

John Gann, VP of Engineering at Chesapeake, commented: “I was sceptical when I first looked at the Tritech product and its price point. However, the StarFish data quality in shallow water operations is very good and comparable to more expensive instruments.”

For more information on StarFish please visit http://www.starfishsonar.com

For more information on SonarWiz please visit http://www.chesapeaketech.com

Notes:
1. SonarWiz.MAP is software from Chesapeake Technology, Inc.
2. SonarWiz.MAP gives users complete survey management: sonar, sub-bottom, fathometer, magnetometer, survey lines and contact reports. Data collected is stored in the industry standard XTF format
3. StarFish is a shallow water side scan sonar developed for the professional underwater survey industry. Utilising advanced digital CHIRP acoustic technology, StarFish is designed to be plug and play, connecting to your Windows PC or laptop via USB
4. StarFish systems are available from £1,699.00 GBP, for more information, contact the sales team on: +44 (0) 1224 746979 or visit: http://www.starfishsonar.com

About Chesapeake Technologies
Chesapeake Technology, Inc established in 1997, is a world leader in real-time acquisition and GSI based processing software for seafloor mapping. Customers appreciate our great customer service and super value in CTI products. Chesapeake Technology, Inc., a privately held company is based in Mountain View, CA.

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