Marine Technology

Specific Requirements and Technical Solutions

Corrosion Resistance and Protection against Saltwater Aerosols

Components in the maritime environment must exhibit exceptional resistance to salt spray and moisture to prevent contact corrosion and leakage currents. ALDERS relies on switch and pushbutton solutions from OTTO Controls and NKK Switches, which have been specially developed for use in maritime applications. By using high-quality housing materials and specialized internal seals, these components meet the highest protection requirements. Supplemented by robust seals, the switch contacts remain conductive even with permanent contact with corrosive sea air, which massively increases the lifespan of instruments in machine control rooms or on deck stations.

Precise Navigation and Signal Processing in Bridge Technology

Controlling large container ships or research variants requires sensitive and absolutely linear feedback from the control elements. ALDERS supplies high-precision potentiometers and encoders from GT Joysticks and CTS Electrocomponents for this purpose. These components detect control commands with minimal tolerances and transmit them without delay to the navigation systems. The Series 288 encoders from CTS are characterized by high mechanical quality, which ensures constant signal quality even with the typical vibrations on board a ship, which is essential for the operation of radar systems and electronic chart display and information systems (ECDIS).

Durable HMI Systems for Maritime Control and Safety Technology

Control elements for maritime safety systems or communication instruments must be designed to provide flawless haptic feedback even after years of use. Our joysticks and rotary switches enable intuitive one-hand operation of complex systems. ALDERS supports shipbuilders and system integrators in selecting the ideal configuration for use on the bridge or in research stations. By combining extreme durability cycles and ergonomic design, we ensure that maritime control centers function as a fault-free interface between man and machine – even in heavy seas and under high stress.

Reliable Sensor Technology for Underwater and Marine Research

In marine research and the use of underwater robotics (ROVs/AUVs), components are required that provide precise data under extreme hydrostatic pressure and fluctuating temperatures. ALDERS offers specialized sensors from GT Joysticks that are optimized for integration into waterproof encapsulations. These sensors enable exact measurement of positions and movements in measuring stations or on manipulators of research vehicles. Thanks to their high technical maturity, they offer the necessary data security to carry out complex scientific missions in the deep sea successfully and without component failures.