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A strategic alliance between Rolls-Royce, the market leader in
marine applications, and UCT Coatings Inc. is bringing new technology
to the marine market and is about to start work on a $7m U.S. Navy
research contract.
The contract, placed with Rolls-Royce, will evaluate UCT's
patented UltraCem(TM) nickel boron coatings on naval propulsion
systems such as propellers and waterjets.
These coatings have the capability to change the hydrodynamic
performance, cavitation characteristics and sea-growth fouling of
propellers and waterjets.
Performance, reliability and time between repair of marine
equipment can also be increased by reduced friction and wear.
UCT has granted Rolls-Royce a long-term exclusive license to use
this technology for a wide range of commercial and naval marine
equipment.
Andy Marsh, President of Rolls-Royce US naval operations, said:
"This research contract will allow us to improve many current products
and develop several new product concepts. We also intend to work
closely with our customers to apply this technology on non-Rolls-Royce
equipment. UltraCem(TM) is a very exciting and versatile emerging
marine coating technology."
Tom Dyer, President and COO of UCT Coatings, Inc. said: "The
global reach of Rolls-Royce and its leadership role in the marine
marketplace is a perfect match for our business strategy. We have
jointly begun testing and product application development and hope to
capitalize on this effort in the near term."
Note to editors:
1. Rolls-Royce, a world-leading provider of power systems and
services for use on land, at sea and in the air, has established a
strong position in global markets - civil aerospace, defense
aerospace, marine and energy - over the last 10 years. As a global
company, Rolls-Royce is accessing long-term international growth
opportunities with its technology, presence, partnerships and people
around the world.
2. Its knowledge, expertise and technology have enabled the Group
to develop and continually improve competitive, high-value products
and services for its customers. Rolls-Royce invests GBP 700 million a
year in Research and Development, two-thirds of which is aimed at
reducing the environmental impact of its products.
3. Rolls-Royce delivers innovative, reliable and environmentally
sensitive marine solutions to both the commercial and naval markets.
From gas turbines and diesel engines to electrical generators and
shiplifts, Rolls-Royce is the market leader for marine applications,
providing a range of gas turbines and diesels. More than 400 U.S.
Government vessels (Navy, USCG, SOCOM) in service have Rolls-Royce
marine equipment.
4. Rolls-Royce has a broad customer base comprising 600 airlines,
including 42 of the world's top 50. 4,000 corporate and utility
aircraft and helicopter operators, 160 armed forces, more than 2,000
marine customers including 70 navies, and energy customers in 120
countries. There are 54,000 gas turbines in service worldwide and
Rolls-Royce seeks to add value for its customers with aftermarket
services that will enhance the performance and reliability of all its
products.
5. UCT Coatings, Inc., headquartered in Stuart, FL has developed
and patented a family of performance coatings under the trade name of
UltraCem(TM) that can be applied to most metal surfaces including
lighter weight metals like aluminum and titanium. UltraCem(TM) coating
technology is successfully used in aerospace, armaments, performance
auto and boat racing, oil & gas, food processing, and other
industries.
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