SKF smooths out the waves with electric-powered fin stabilizers
Adding a new category of fin stabilizers to its marine equipment range, SKF promises a quieter, more comfortable onboard experience, along with cost-saving and environmental advantages.Gothenburg, Sweden, 15 September 2020: The electrically powered, non-retractable, SKF EFZ type fin stabilizers are designed for luxury yachts measuring 55 metres or longer. They feature a high-torque electric motor which meets the highly dynamic demands of stabilization, whether the vessel is at anchor (zero speed) or under way.
Christopher Schnäckel, Director Fin Stabilizer and Steering Gear, SKF,