"I have to give Seatorque Control Systems a plug, great system. One of the big problems as to noise on a boat is the shaft noise and also vibration. This system is one of the quietest and vibration free systems I have ever experienced....on any boat."

George Von Widmann, Inventor of the IEHS Under Water Exhaust System and yacht designer for over 30 years

New Installation: 72' F&S Boatworks "Bandolera"

"We'll probably never build another boat without it (Seatorque)".

Jim Floyd, Owner of F&S Boat Works

Port of London Authority (PLA) - London, UK

The initial sea trials of LAMBETH , the PLA's (Port of London Authority) new launch built at Alnmaritec and now forming the first of class of their "Wave Guardian" class of patrol boats , have been very successful. We're currently testing and tuning all the navigation and operational equipment.

With the propellers designed by Newcastle University and H4 Marine supplied Seatorque's oil-lubricated stern shafts, we are achieving the 2,600 rpm maximum revolutions of the engines .....The Twin-Disc electronic engine/gearbox controls make the vessel very manoeuvrable with safety, in confined waterways, and the Seatorque stern-gear is a great success in reducing noise, vibration and transmission losses.

At Professor Mehmet Atlar's modelling and tank testing of the optimised hull form, he (conservatively) predicted 18.5 knots with 2 x 200 SHP @ 2,600 engine rpm, for a 10.6 tonne completed vessel.

With the propeller optimised and with the slippery Intersleek 900 silicone-based anti-fouling, we are achieving a mean speed of 21.0 knots in the vessel in its finished state (11.0 tonnes) .... I am convinced that the successful power delivery is also a result of the reduced transmission losses from the oil-lubricated stern gear.

So we're delighted with the performance and will be showing the vessel off, at Seawork, to provide a platform for all equipment contributors.

Thanks for your contribution to this project. We have a great boat, in which everyone can be pleased!

Alan Cartwright, Marine Engineer, PLA

Marex Boats, Norway

“Marex started with the Seatorque system on our new project Marex 370 Aft Cabin Cruiser.

In an aft cabin boat, the engine has to be centre placed with the risk of sound and vibration disturbance.

We needed a silent system. We were very surprised how little vibration and sound the Seatorque system produced.

It was simply exactly what we wanted.

The higher efficiency in speed was a very big bonus and has become another key selling point for the Marex 370.

The system helped us to win the “European powerboat of the year 2009””

Espen Aalrud, Owner MAREX Boats, Norway

Dean Catamarans - Cape Town, South Africa

Hi Jana and Peter,
A quick couple of lines for your file...

• Seatorque is a highly professional company and obviously very proud of their product – justifiably
• All inquiries, particularly technical ones, are dealt with quickly, accurately, and with knowledge
• The product is accurate in dimensions, exceptionally well manufactured, and easy to install
• The operational difference between a conventional cutlass bearing shaft and the Seatorque unit in terms of vibration and noise is so vastly superior that comparison is not possible
• With a Seatorque shaft system the improvement in performance is actually noticeable
• Dean Catamarans have now fitted the Seatorque shaft system to both our 44 foot sailing cat and our Jag 55 foot Powercat, both previously fitted with conventional water lubricated shaft systems. As yacht builders of around 300 boats over 25 years we can state categorically that no other shaft system can compare to the Seatorque unit

Peter Dean, Managing Director, Dean Catamarans

"My Stolper 380 Tournament Express was fitted from new with the Seatorque Enclosed Shaft System, and Power Steering. The boat was exceptionally smooth and responsive with no drivetrain rattling or banging when backing down or maneuvering on a fish, the steering was light, and powerful.

Vibration and noise is a common problem with many boats, but the Seatorque Shaft System kept my boat virtually vibration free and quiet, a blessing on those long trips out to the canyons!

In the 5 years I owned my boat, I experienced the normal marine equipment failures. However to the contrary, the Seatorque products were always reliable and never let me down.

Not having water lubricated shaft seals or leaking stuffing boxes, reduced the buildup of water at the rear of the engine bearers, and generally helped keeping the engines and bilges clean.

Eliminating the usual annual maintenance chores and expenses associated with conventional shafts, really spoiled me. When finally I moved to a bigger boat, I discovered from its absence, what a blessing Seatorque equipment was.

When I build my next boat, I will specify Seatorque as standard equipment."

Dr Mike Slomovitz, Stolper 380Te "Jasste" 1998 to 2004 ST175 Shafts

"I purchased a 38 Ft express fisherman and have over the last two years conducted a complete refit. The original shafts were Seatorque shafts and eight years old, so they were sent to Seatorque factory for overhaul.

Seatorque updated the system to the latest iteration, new shaft stock and thrust bearings were added. This completed they were shipped back to me for re-installation.

I am not a boat builder by profession but found the Seatorque shafts to be extremely easy to install, with very little outside help I succeeded in installing the system in a matter of hours.

Engine alignment was very straightforward and by following some simple setup procedures obtained from Seatorque direct, can only state that misalignment of the engines appears to be almost impossible.

I am only a couple of weeks from launch and seatrials and will report back on the performance of the Seatorque shafts once I experience it first hand".

Doug Rollins, Maryland, ST175 shafts 1996 to 2004

“Reliable, safe, quiet, not to mention fuel efficient, are four things that describes our boat. We put more hours on our boat then most people I know, and whether on a long voyage, or cruising out to do some night fishing, there can be many perils at sea. But just knowing how strong and reliable the Seatorque shaft system is, gives me total peace of mind…. ”

“my shafts are protected from situations that might ordinarily snap or bend a normal shaft, or even damage the transmissions. The Seatorque enclosed system is just superior in strength, also I have never had to deal with any shaft/engine alignment issues on my boat, and that makes Seatorque two more things…smooth and solid”

“Because of it’s design, the enclosed systems requires less torque to perform, that gives me a propeller that’s turning efficiently, using less effort from my engines and that equals greater fuel economy, giving me greater range….the way I use my boat, I couldn’t ask for anything better”

Vic Nelson...Owner of a custom Sportfishing boat “GOOD TO GO”. Vic and wife, Beth personally captain their boat between New England and Florida twice a year, and are avid fisherman. Long days at sea, either en route or chasing down Sailfish have made them believers in Seatorque Control Systems and Shafts.