New Bedford, MA -- Side-Power Thruster Systems the world’s largest builder of bow and stern thrusters, has just introduced a new line of handheld wireless radio remote controls. The design of these remote controls makes the operation of thrusters and windlasses more user-friendly and safer by dramatically reducing any ambiguity in what the command buttons will do and by engineering in several safety features to eliminate unintended operation. Two models are available, each ergonomically optimized, lightweight and palm-sized: Bow and Stern Thrusters (shown) and Bow Thruster plus Anchor Windlass.
The most obvious innovative feature in these new radio remotes is the use of a boat shape, segmented into well-marked command keys. This intuitive graphic design eliminates confusion and simplifies operation. The large rubber key buttons, illuminated for nighttime use, are separated by well defined ridges, providing a tactile “roadmap” for times when the operators cannot look at the device. A supplied snap-in holder becomes a “docking” station, turning the controller into a fixed, bridge-based system; undocked, it turns again into a wireless remote (a neck strap is also provided). Rubber pads on the back prevent the controllers from sliding around when out of the holder.
Typical for a Side-Power product, these remotes are comprehensively safety-enhanced. Unique transmitter codes prevent inadvertent activation by other radio devices. The system receiver remains in standby mode unless specifically activated by the controller and automatically enters standby mode four minutes after last use. When the “off” button is pressed, the remote turns off the receiver; the remote then deactivates in three minutes after its last use.
For more information, contact:
IMTRA Corporation
30 Samuel Barnet Blvd.
New Bedford, MA 02745
www.imtra.com 
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