Since 1955, EMCS Industries has been at the forefront of maritime innovation, marked by our pioneering launch of the world’s first electrolytic Marine Growth Protection System (MGPS). Our enduring mission is to deliver biofouling management guidance and antifouling and marine corrosion solutions that cater to various maritime applications, underscoring our commitment to excellence and leadership in marine growth prevention.
The evolution of the MARELCO™ brand further exemplifies our dedication to innovation into a globally recognized name for antifouling and anticorrosion systems. These antifouling solutions are designed not just for cost efficiency but also to improve marine assets’ operational and environmental performance. Our commitment to quality is absolute, with each product backed by a lifetime warranty and the promise of superior performance, contingent upon expert supervision, inspection, and commissioning by an accredited EMCS Industries technician.
Understanding the complex challenges posed by diverse marine environments, we offer bespoke antifouling solutions and marine corrosion prevention strategies tailored to meet the unique demands of each project. Our technicians are dedicated to crafting solutions that address your needs, ensuring your assets are protected with the most effective and sustainable approaches.
At EMCS Industries, we pride ourselves on providing responsive, proactive, and reliable support and technical advice that our clients can depend on for uninterrupted operations. Our comprehensive approach to biofouling management and marine growth protection mitigates maintenance challenges. It aligns with global sustainability and regulatory compliance, setting new standards in maritime asset protection and performance enhancement.
MARELCO MARINE GROWTH PREVENTION SYSTEM
MARELCO™ Marine Growth Protection Systems provide advanced electrolytic protection against biofouling and corrosion in seawater systems. Developed from EMCS Industries’ pioneering technology first introduced in 1955, these systems use precisely controlled copper ion release to prevent barnacle and mussel settlement in sea chests, strainers, and cooling pipework.
In addition to fouling control, MARELCO™ systems create a protective film that suppresses internal corrosion, extending equipment lifespan and improving operational efficiency. Environmentally responsible and engineered for reliability, MARELCO™ delivers long-term protection, reduced maintenance costs, and enhanced vessel performance.
Impressed Current Cathodic Protection
The Impressed Current Cathodic Protection (ICCP) system offers a comprehensive solution for safeguarding ship hulls against corrosion throughout their operational lifespan. This advanced technology is designed to work synergistically with compatible protective coatings, creating a robust defence mechanism against marine corrosion.
Implementing an ICCP system significantly mitigates the risk of corrosion on aluminum and steel hulls. However, the benefits of using an ICCP system extend beyond corrosion prevention. By maintaining the hull in optimal condition, vessel owners can enjoy prolonged hull life cycles and potential savings in fuel costs due to the maintained efficiency of the vessel’s structure. This technology is adaptable to a wide range of vessels, providing a versatile solution to the universal challenge of marine corrosion.
The commitment to protecting maritime investments is underscored by the provision of long-term warranties with ICCP systems, offering vessel owners confidence in the durability and effectiveness of their corrosion protection strategy. Ensuring that vessels remain operational and in prime condition for extended periods, highlighting the ICCP system’s role as a critical component in modern maritime operations.
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SURICLE™ Antifouling Solutions
Suricle™ is a patented, polyurethane-based antifouling and anticorrosion wrap developed by EMCS Industries Ltd. It is designed to protect static ocean-based structures from marine growth and corrosion. Suricle is not paint or a coating. Unlike traditional coatings, Suricle™ is a pre-manufactured wrap and can be easily applied by hand by cutting it to any shape or size, wetting the adhesive backing, and placing it on the target surface. Its durability and simple installation process make it an innovative and effective solution for long-term prevention of marine fouling on ocean based assets.
In today’s rapidly expanding marine industry, submerged static artificial structures (SSAS) used for offshore meteorological, environmental, tsunami monitoring stations, oil and gas, aquaculture, renewable energy, desalination plants, marine farms, etc are particularly susceptible to the deleterious impacts from biofouling. This unrelenting accumulation of biofouling severely impacts these critical assets’ functionality, longevity and integrity, leading to increased operational costs and downtime.
