Press Releases
PALLADIUM PRESENTS SiMON2 iPAD APPLICATION
FORT LAUDERDALE – June 24, 2010 – Today, Palladium Technologies announced the first alarm monitoring system for the new Apple iPad. The SiMON2 was designed to work exclusively on the iPad, and provides a fresh new look to the SiMON family of alarm monitoring systems.
Palladium designed the SiMON2 to be a self-contained system for smaller yachts, providing much of the functionality of the larger SiMON, but with a brand new user interface. The first Palladium Apple product, iSiMON is a remote extension of SiMON. SiMON2 now takes much of Palladium’s development experience with the Apple iPhone and iPod Touch to a much higher level. Navigation between screens is based upon the new icon driven dashboard, which uses the swipe, multi-touch technology of the Apple iPad. This version includes the integration of cameras and lighting control within the SiMON2 alarm monitoring system.
SiMON2 as designed for the iPad uses WiFi technology to communicate with the newly designed SiMON2 controllers. These controllers interface to the ship’s critical equipment, such as engines, generators, bilge tanks, batteries, AC electric, doors, etc. One or many iPads running the SiMON2 can operate concurrently on each yacht, providing ultimate flexibility.
Michael Blake, president of Palladium said, “Working on the Apple hardware platform has allowed us to take our designs to a much higher level. The Apple iPad is an incredible device with a high-resolution and multi-touch screen. Our graphics literally ‘pop’ off the screen, and the multi-touch implementation of our SiMON2 is very user intuitive.”
Blake also said that, “You can be assured of future advances and products from Palladium, based upon the Apple iPad and the Mac operating system.”
Contact Palladium for more information or purchase your demo today at http://itunes.com/app/SiMON2.
PALLADIUM AWARDED CONTRACT IN CHINA
FORT LAUDERDALE – May 27, 2010 – Palladium Technologies, Inc. has been awarded contracts for the new 42m Trimaran M/Y Adastra. This unique project was designed by John Shuttleworth Yacht Design, Ltd. and is being built by McConaghy Boats in Zhu Hai, China. Plans are to launch M/Y Adastra in early 2011 with her cruising grounds expected to be in the beautiful waters of Indonesia.
“As a testament to our commitment to being a ‘Total Solutions’ technology company, Palladium has been awarded many extensive projects, especially overseas,” said Mike Blake, president, Palladium Technologies.
Palladium’s continued expansion into the electrical arena means they will be providing the electrical designs for such items as: AC/DC load analysis, AC/DC power distribution, motor control circuits, and emergency and yacht lighting circuits. The electrical systems will be comprised of Titan switchboards, Titan AC/DC distribution panels, shorepower conversion, lighting systems, A/V entertainment, bridge electronics and a navigation light control panel. All the aforementioned items interface to the SiMON monitoring, alarm and control system.
SiMON will also be monitoring 269 points with two main monitoring and alarm stations. One is located at the bridge and crew area along with a secondary alarm notification in the engine room. A Consilium fire detection system will be designed to notify the crew and guests of a potential fire.
SiMON-C, Palladium’s camera security system, will contain a DVR server located on the bridge supporting up to eight cameras. Digital motion detection, camera recording and playback are some of the features of this system.
PALLADIUM WINS PRESTIGIOUS DAME AWARD AT METS
AMSTERDAM – Nov. 17, 2009 – In a ceremony this morning at the Marine Equipment Trade Show (METS), Palladium Technologies was awarded the prestigious DAME (Design Award METS) for its iSiMON wireless monitoring application for the Apple iPhone and iPod Touch.
A panel of judges selected iSiMON from more than 50 finalist entries as the winner in the marine related software category. Winners were announced at the opening breakfast for METS, which was held in the Amsterdam RAI Convention Center.
iSiMON is a wireless application created for the Apple iPhone and iPod Touch devices. The app provides the captain and crew direct remote viewing of its engines, generators, tanks, bilge levels, batteries, ship’s AC Bus and more. In addition, all alarms from the SiMON monitoring system appear on the iPhone and iPod Touch through instant notifications. Not only will the visual alarm notification occur, but an audible siren will sound on the iPod Touch and the device will vibrate. Control functionality has also been added so that pressing a button on the touch screen allows for remote control over pumps, lights and other ship functions.
Originally introduced by Palladium Technologies in 2000 and continually improved through the years, SiMON is a fully integrated monitoring and controls system for yachts that encompasses all aspects of megayacht management and control, including broadband Internet access, monitoring and alarm systems, ship security systems, entertainment systems and concierge services.
“iSiMON is the first and only non-Web-based monitoring application for yachts designed for the Apple iPhone and iPod Touch devices with advanced technological features,” said Mike Blake, president of Palladium Technologies. “A rich graphic menu provides functionality in both portrait and landscape modes along with the ability to effortlessly scroll through the screens. Many new displays and control views have been recently added to iSiMON, even further extending its capabilities. The iSiMON application is also available as a download at Apple’s iTunes Store.”
“It is truly an honor to be recognized by our peers and win the marine software category award this year,” said Blake. “It lets us know, as a company, our commitment to forward-thinking development for our iSiMON product line and collaborating with companies like Apple break new ground in monitoring and control for modern megayachts.”
First held in 1991, the DAME Award is now recognized as the world’s leading design competition for new marine equipment and accessories. The DAME prize is awarded annually by an independent panel of judges for the best designed products introduced at METS. The jury also usually names a winner for each category and gives “special mentions” at its discretion. Apart from rewarding design, the jury can decide to award a certificate for “most innovative product” and/or – new this year – “most ECO-friendly product.”
Palladium Technologies’ stand is located in the Superyacht Pavilion at METS.
PALLDIUM HELPS TO PROTECT
BURGER'S MASTERPIECE
M/Y Sycara IV is Launched with SiMON
and Elegant Security System
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. – Sept. 15, 2009 – Burger Boats has once again produced a masterpiece with their newest launch M/Y Sycara IV. Viewing her timeless profile and exquisite vintage interior one feels as if they have stepped back in time and she is sure to be chosen the "Belle of the Show" at her debut at the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show next month.
Palladium’s SiMON system is on board to protect this 151′+ (46m) new classic Fantail Motor Yacht, with over 400 alarmed sensor points and a controlled access security system throughout. Two functional monitoring stations are located in the bridge and engine room along with an alarm indicator station in the crew area. SiMON is monitoring the usual engines, generators, bilges, doors while also tying into the ship’s switchboards and fire systems.
Mike Blake, president of Palladium divulged, "Without disclosing confidential details of our security system, we can safely say that this vessel is well protected against intruders by SiMON. We have been successful at blending high-technology and elegance without being conspicuous on this classic design.
It’s no coincidence that Palladium Technologies technicians vie for the opportunity to commission the SiMON systems at Burger Boat Company. The yard’s ever helpful and professional staff along with the high quality of craftsmanship makes it an honor to say, "I worked on that yacht."
PALLADIUM'S iSiMON ADDS CONTROL FEATURES
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. – September 9, 2009 – Today, Palladium Technologies announced a major upgrade to its iPhone/iPod Touch application for the renowned SiMON monitoring, alarm and control software for large yachts.
iSiMON was the first and only "native" (not web-based) monitoring application for yachts designed for the Apple iPhone and iPod Touch devices, and now it’s even more advanced.
This new release of iSiMON is a direct result of customer feedback, and a blending of Palladium’s engineering expertise. A richer graphic menu provides more functionality in both portrait and landscape modes along with the ability to effortlessly scroll through the screens. Many new displays and control views have been added to iSiMON extending the capability.
Michael Blake, the President and Chief Technology Officer of Palladium comments, "Our rich graphic presentation in our main SiMON system has always been our signature. With our development on the Apple platform we can push our rich designs even further. With this new release of iSiMON we have built it simple to use, but strong in functionality. New control capability, with pleasing lifelike switches also allows the Captain and Engineer to turn on and off such items as outside lights, pumps, horn, etc., all from their iPhone/iPod Touch while roaming the yacht."
Palladium was selected early on by Apple as one of the select Beta developers for the iPhone/iPod Touch. To date, Palladium is the only native application for a monitoring, alarm and control system running on the iPhone/iTouch. iSiMON application is will also be available as a download on Apple’s iTunes Store.
Palladium's Electrical Division Goes Global
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. – July 23, 2009 – In just a little over a year Palladium Technologies Electrical Division has secured eighteen projects all over the world.
Some of the items they are contracted to produce include;
All of these electrical solutions meet ABS, Lloyds, DNV and all other important classification societies’ standards.
M/Y Unbridled Launched with SiMON
and Advanced Security Systems
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. – July 17, 2009 – Palladium Technologies once again has the honor of being the monitoring system of choice for one of Trinity Yacht’s newest launches.
M/Y Unbridled is a tri-deck design measuring 191’ in length with close to 1100 alarmed sensor points throughout. Five fully functional monitoring stations are located in the pilothouse, engineer’s office and cabin, owner’s cabin, and crew lounge. Along with the usual engines and generators, these stations are watching the doors, hatches, tanks and refrigeration as well. Some of the many systems also being integrated to the SiMON monitoring are; the CAT PL 1000E Engines, Atlas Switchboard, ASEA shore power, Headhunter tank systems, Consilium Fire systems, a door security system and the SiMON stern pilot..
SiMON is also providing an alarm paging system for the crew and SiMON Anywhere remote SMS alarm text for remote vessel alarm notification to the crew’s cellular phones or PDAs via the VSAT internet connection.
Palladium Supplies Extensive System on
Re-Commissioned Megayacht
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. – Oct. 31, 2008 – MY Serqué, which makes its debut at the 2008 Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show, has been fitted with a comprehensive suite of monitoring, control, alarms and security systems supplied by Palladium Technologies.
Based on Palladium’s powerful SiMON software, the Palladium installations on MY Serqué include custom-designed helm and flybridge panels, CCTV security cameras and fire-safety features, in addition to monitoring and alarms for all installed systems and equipment. The SiMON system monitors 320 sensor points, including fire/smoke sensors, bilges, tanks, batteries, refrigeration, hydraulics, doors and hatches, as well as electronic interfaces to the Caterpillar engines and Onan generators.
SiMON monitoring/control stations have been installed in the wheelhouse and lazarette, and a remote alarm panel has been placed in the crew’s lounge. The system provides up to 15 mimic screens showing the profile and layout of the yacht with overlays of indicators and alarms.
The SiMON C security suite includes cameras at the port and starboard gangway, aft deck and engine room, plus two underwater cameras on the transom area. The SiMON camera server computer is located in the wheelhouse.
Per classification society requirements, the fire system includes 42 smoke and heat detectors throughout the yacht in a zoned/loop configuration. The main fire system controller is located on the bridge, with three remote LCD alarm/acknowledgement panels around the vessel.
MY Serqué is a 130-foot (39.6-meter) aluminum-hull raised-pilothouse motoryacht. The boat is being custom re-built at the Lauderdale Marine Center in Fort Lauderdale.
Palladium Introduces Handlheld Wireless IPod Touch
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. – October 30, 2008 – Palladium Technologies today unveiled My SiMON, a new application running on Apple’s iPhone™ and iPod Touch™ (iTouch), which will allow users to access installed SiMON monitoring, alarm and control systems for megayachts on a convenient handheld unit.
“We hold the prestigious honor of being one of the few companies selected by Apple to develop beta software for the iPhone and iTouch,” said Mike Blake, president, Palladium Technologies. “We pooled the talents of our best minds and, in My SiMON, have created a graphically pleasing and functional application.”
Palladium engineers developed My SiMON to run as a customized application software package for the iPhone and iTouch. My SiMON works wirelessly around the yacht and dock to provide the captain and crew direct remote viewing of engines, enerators, tanks, bilge levels, batteries, and ships electrical systems. In addition, all alarms in SiMON will appear on the wireless iPhone and iTouch providing instant otifications through a visual alarm as well as an audible siren and vibration. It also provides users remote control over pumps, lights, and other systems at the touch of a button on the screen.
Palladium unveiled a pre-demo of My SiMON to a select number of yacht engineers and captains at the Monaco yacht show in September. “Across the board the responses were, ‘WOW,’ ‘That is really cool,’ and ‘When can we get one?’” Blake noted. “I knew we had a hit when I heard the responses and saw their body language. Our integration with the Apple line of products is allowing us to take our graphical designs to a much higher level.”
Introduced by Apple in 2007, the iTouch and iPhone feature a multi-touch graphical user interface with the unique ability to reorient and resize the display from landscape to portrait as the handset is rotated. Both devices feature an elegant slim contoured design and stainless-steel casing.
Palladium Introduces New Range of Marine
Electrical Products and Services for
Megayachts Under Titan Brand
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. – 
Oct. 29, 2008 – The Palladium electrical division today introduced a family of electrical systems and solutions for the international megayacht sector called the Titan series.
Under the Titan brand, Palladium electrical division offers a comprehensive range of electrical design services that seamlessly interface with SiMON, Palladium’s flagship monitoring and alarm control system. All Titan solutions incorporate full-power management as well as remote access to these electrical systems. The automated features support greater levels of supervision through local and remote displays in addition to greater control, such as load shedding and balancing.
The Titan series consists of main AC and DC switchboards, emergency switchboards, a motor control center, AC/DC power distribution panels and power frequency converters. Titan also features user-friendly controls, highly reliable functionality and simple field installation. With scalable modular bays and internationally available off-the-shelf hardware, Titan solutions are customizable to meet specific vessel requirements. Sophisticated power-management software provides the simulations, analyses and design verifications to meet all classification society requirements including Lloyds, DNV, RINA, ABS, BV and others.
“Our senior staff has over 125 years of combined experience and has engineered Titan solutions to meet the rigors of life at sea,” said Mike Blake, president, Palladium Technologies. “As the central design components of these systems, reliability and ease of use are our top priorities.”
Palladium Technologies Launches
New Entertainment System
“Apollo” Utilizes the Latest in Audio/Visual Technology.
FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. – Oct. 30, 2008 – Palladium Technologies introduces a new entertainment system featuring customized audio/visual solutions and cabin control options.
The innovative Apollo system provides packages tailored to individual vessels, supporting entertainment features such as cable and streaming satellite TV, an extensive library of movies and music, multi-zone and individualized audio/video control and Internet access. Apollo allows users to control HVAC systems, lighting and window treatments as well as access the vessel’s integrated SiMON monitoring system. The unit can configure to display full-motion video from external sources including security cameras, DVD players and video servers with built-in microphone speakers for application feedback, video chatting or intercom systems.
Easy-to-use panels are available in multiple sizes and stylish trim option. For handheld use, Palladium offers remote operation via the highly portable Apple iPod Touch™. Fixed controls include high-resolution mountable widescreen touch panels in a variety of sizes as well as 20- and 24-inch customized tabletop
touch panels.
“Its graphical interface makes Apollo easy to master and allows yacht owners to remain in control of their entire environment,” said Mike Blake, president, Palladium Technologies. “Our goal with this product is to enhance the yachting experience by providing a convenient and centralized entertainment and cabin control system.”