International Energy Solutions
 
Navigation system uses ring laser technology to provide reliable data

The latest addition to the TSS (International) range is its Orion Inertial Navigation System which uses ring laser technology and the latest TSS algorithms to provide highly accurate, reliable data in a compact and affordable package.

In addition to its products, TSS offers a repair and service capability, with in-house expertise to assist with retrofit and interfacing issues.

TSS (International) designs and manufactures a range of equipment which provides motion compensation, heading and attitude data to its clients in the hydrographic survey and offshore oil and gas sectors. The current Meridian gyrocompass range offers units for surface and subsea applications.

In addition, motion sensors and attitude and heading reference systems are offered from the TSS range providing highly accurate data in an easy-to-use formats.l

TSS (International) is based in Watford, Hertfordshire, UK.

www.tss-international.com

 
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