August 11th, 2017Success Stories Product Information
Marine Electronic Equipment
Shipboard Research and Data Tracking Enclosures
Sea Education Association 
(SEA) of Woods Hole, MA, is an internationally recognized leader in undergraduate education programs focused on the ocean. Since 1971, nearly 8,000 alumni, spanning a variety of career fields, have completed its study abroad program, SEA Semester. Approximately 25 students and 10-14 professional crew members join each voyage. SEA’s fleet of ships carries sensitive research equipment on deck that is essential to collecting important data on coral reef ecology, biodiversity, climate dynamics and marine geology. This equipment is subject to harsh, corrosive conditions including high ambient temperatures, salt, fog, and sea spray. This equipment includes:
Sea Education Association contacted EIC Solutions, Inc. in 2002 to house and protect the critical electronic equipment onboard the SSV Corwith Cramer. This equipment is the centerpiece of the science lab and houses a variety of crucial components. The system also supports shipboard operations allowing scientists and students to collect a wide range of oceanographic data, which is key to the success of SEA’s programs.
“Thanks to EIC Solutions entire engineering team, exceptional service as always!”
Georgie Z., Science Operations Coordinator
Because marine environments are exceptionally challenging for fragile electronics due to corrosive properties in the air and water as well as wide temperature variations, a solution was needed that would both house and thermally control the equipment. EIC provided a set of thermoelectrically air-conditioned enclosures that offered protection during regular operation in addition to ship blackout events.
This year the vessel needed a major upgrade. Because of EIC Solution’s proven track record, SEA contacted us again to purchase updated air-conditioned enclosures. The new design featured custom rack rails that were narrower by 0.5” on each side compared to standard rails, allowing the air-conditioned enclosures to be moved through the vessel’s narrow watertight door, while still allowing the maximum amount of storage within the enclosures. These custom rack enclosures included:
Integrating EIC’s solid state, air-conditioned enclosures continues to allow Sea Education Association to reduce the risk of downtime and heat-related failure of their critical equipment. This ensures the oceanographic data equipment will run without interruption.
SEA’s Science Operations Coordinator, Georgie Zelenak, said they selected EIC’s products not only because of their 15-year track record, but also because of the level of customization available, phenomenal customer service, and our ability to replicate and improve upon the previous configuration, within a very tight time frame. EIC Solutions, Inc. has had continual success with marine applications by providing products that both house and environmentally control sensitive equipment under harsh oceanic conditions.
If you require a dependable, quality air conditioner and enclosure to protect your electronic equipment, contact a knowledgeable EIC Solutions’ sales engineer to review your application.
EIC Solutions, Inc. specializes in the design and manufacturing of thermoelectric cooling systems, air conditioned electronic enclosures, and transit cases for a wide range of industries. Our products have been used in a variety of enclosure cooling applications involving the protection of electronic equipment both indoors and outdoors. EIC Solutions strives to provide the best products, resources, and tools to help customers protect investments in sensitive electronics. If you have questions regarding any of our products please contact us at 800-497-4524.
