Fuel and Combustion

Fuel Injectors

Fuel Injectors
The diesel fuel injector is a pressure valve fitted to
individual engine cylinders with operation pressure and flows calibrated for each particular model and make of engine. Injector components are designed to disperse fuel in a set pattern within the combustion chamber. Fuel injectors represent a high quality of workmanship, reliability and accuracy.
Operation is achieved by the injector body being connected by piping to the high-pressure fuel pump which delivers fuel under pressure to the injector. A drilled passage then conveys the pressurised fuel to the nozzle assembly. Construction of the nozzle consists of a nozzle valve and seat; the nozzle valve being the only moving part. A tight seal is created at the outlet by the valve being forced on to the seat by a strong spring.
When in operation the compression of the spring is overcome by hydraulic pressure at the correct angle of rotation of the engine. This is achieved by fuel delivered from the fuel pump. The importance for the fuel to be free from ontaminates cannot be [Read more...]

Glossary of Sailing Terms

Abeam (On the Beam): A direction off the side of a boat.

Aft: Towards, near, or at the back end of a boat.

Apparent Wind: The wind that flows over a moving boat, which is the result of the “true wind” affected by the movement of the boat.

Bailers: Openings in the bottom or transom of a boat to drain water when sailing.

Batten: A thin wooden or plastic strip inserted into a pocket on the back part (leech) of a sail.

Beam Reach: Sailing at approximately 90 degrees to the [Read more...]

Personal Flotation Devices (PFDs)

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Throwable Devices (Type IV)

Type IV PFDs may be thrown from watercraft or from land to a person already in the water. They are intended to be used as a BACK UP, NOT AS A REPLACEMENT for wearable PFDs. Type IVs include Life Rings and [Read more...]

Everything You Need to Know About Flotation Safety

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Although Safe Boating Week has passed, safe boating should always be a priority when on the water. Boaters should pay attention to the supplies they are required to have on board; the most important items being life jackets or personal flotation devices (PFDs). Seventy percent of all fatal accidents result from drowning. Almost 90 percent of those who drown are not wearing a life jacket. Because there are so many to choose from, finding the right lifejacket can be difficult. The number and type of PFDs you’ll need depends on the number of passengers, the size and type of your boat, and your boating activities. Here are some tips from the Personal Flotation Device Manufacturer’s Association to [Read more...]