Newest SGI-16M Plug and play for ESD or Gas safe machinery
Sandfirden Technics gains Bureau Veritas Type Approval on SGI-16M type marine gas engine
Recently, Sandfirden Technics in Den Oever (The Netherlands) received the official Bureau Veritas Type Approval document for the internal combustion gas-fueled-only engine SGI-16M. A newest designed 16-litre gas engine with a power output of 300 kWm / 1500 rpm and 350 kWm / 1800 rpm.
Starting in 2012, Sandfirden Technics sold and maintains many gas-fueled-only, Powered by Scania single-speed marine gas engines, mainly as part of a complete plug & play Sandfirden genset. These gensets are supplied for various inland waterway and sea-going vessels in The Netherlands and abroad.
Since the introduction of a new marine engine platform at Scania, Sandfirden decided to use that platform for the newest designed 16-litre gas engine.
The newest Powered by Scania marine gas engine SGI-16M is available in 50 Hz and 60 Hz versions with capacities of 300 kWm / 1500 rpm and 350 kWm / 1800 rpm MCR. It is standard equipped with a double circuit keel cooled system, a Control & Monitoring system, a knocking detection system, a 50mbar Low Pressure Reducing Set, and the EIAPP IMO Tier-III certificate. Of course, more options are available on request.
Sandfirden Technics has built up a wealth of knowledge and can work with you to establish the best version for your application.
The SGI-16M gas engine is intended for marine auxiliary applications, including electrical propulsion, installed in ESD machinery space or in Gas Safe configuration machinery.
First Test, Then Deliver
Every set is thoroughly tested at the test centre in Den Oever. These tests are attended by representatives of Bureau Veritas or other leading classification agencies, so that all necessary safety, materials, and emission certificates can be issued immediately.
Spares and Service
Our 24/7 service organization, combined with the 4,000+ spare parts we keep in our warehouse, means that we can guarantee that your engine or generator set will enjoy an extended life.
This article was originally published on Marine & Industrial Report newspaper Vol 43 No.2 Issue last April 30, 2021.
