MER Equipment, Seattle, has introduced a compact marine generator enclosure developed for vessels where space constraints limit traditional power installations.
The company’s new B6 Marine Enclosure measures 66"x33"x40" and is designed to support generator sets up to 53-kW at 60-Hz. With optional bump-out panels, the enclosure can expand to accommodate up to 104-kWe, according to the company.
“Space onboard is always at a premium,” said Tyler Allen, COO of MER Equipment. “The B6 was developed to give operators a compact solution without compromising reliability, serviceability, or integration flexibility. It’s designed for the way vessels are being built and retrofitted today.”
MER said the B6 features a modular electrical compartment built around industrial components, allowing compatibility with a range of paralleling controllers and system architectures. The enclosure is fully compatible with the company’s Tango Paralleling System, which enables synchronized load sharing across multiple generators. The managed network can support up to 36 units and integrate with battery banks, inverters, shore power and renewable energy sources, providing a pathway for hybrid vessel designs.
The enclosure is engineered for marine environments and includes sealed connection ports for DC and AC cables, seawater supply, fuel and oil lines. MER said the design is intended to help contain noise and fluids within the enclosure.
The exhaust system is thermally insulated and sound attenuated, with configurable orientation for wet or dry exhaust applications. Standard monitoring includes oil pressure, coolant temperature, coolant level, oil level and fuel return pressure.
For vessels requiring hydraulic deck gear or stabilizer support, the B6 can be outfitted with an electrically clutched front power take-off (fPTO). A removable PTO panel extension allows the mechanical drive option while maintaining the enclosure’s sound attenuation performance, the company said.
MER Equipment said the B6 was developed to serve a range of commercial applications, including fishing vessels, tugs and passenger vessels, as well as yachts, as operators face tighter space constraints and increased interest in hybrid power systems.
“The market is demanding smaller, smarter, and more integrated systems,” Allen said. “The B6 gives designers and operators flexibility today while preparing them for what’s next.”
