Jan-Feb, Mar-Apr, May-Jun 1965 - Navy League of Australia

largest powerhouseever fittedto an Australian-built shipThe Australian National Line, planning its passengervehicleferry, "Empress of Australia", realised she wouldneed an abnormal supply of A.C. electric power. Apartfrom normal consumption, there had to be power tooperate lifts for stowing motor vehicles, includingheavily-laden semi-trailers, plus power for the electricallyoperated bow propcllor which would enable berthingwithout tugs. The ship's builders commissioned 'EnglishElectric' to solve the problems and supply and instalall electrical systems ana switchboards.Four 'English Electric' dicscl alternator sets totalling2,400 kilowatts were supplied — the most powerful auxiliarygenerating plant to be fitted in an Australian-builtship. Also installed was an 'English Electric' 650 b.h.p.electric motor drawing power from the sets, to drive thebow propeller. "Empress of Australia" is another exampleof how increasing numbers of Australia's projects ofNational — and vital — importance are relying on 'EnglishElectric' equipment and experienced personnel. On alllevels — private, public and Governmental — 'EnglishElectric' is continually contributing to the growth ofAustralia's Industrial Power.THEENGLISH ELECTRICCOMPANY OF AUSTRALIA PTY. LTD.Sydney & Newcastle • Brisbane • MelbourneHobart • Adelaide • PerthPrinted by C. H. Miller, 40 Jersey Street. Marrickvllle1069