Fischer Panda U.S. Introduces The 6500 AC Marine Generator

OAKLAND PARK, F L– JULY 27, 2010 – Added this week to Fischer Panda’s standard line of innovative fresh water cooled generators is the Fischer Panda 6500 AC marine generator— the most powerful 6kW marine generator on the market today.

Powered by the reliable twin cylinder Kubota diesel engine and Fischer Panda’s superior asynchronous water-cooled generator end, the Fischer Panda 6500 also features the new VCS (Voltage Control Stability) system enabling the generator to produce up to 54 amps (6.5kW) of continuous stable AC power and a peak of 58 amps (7.0kW).

The fuel-efficient 6500 AC, according to Chad Godwin, Director of Sales and Marketing for Fischer Panda U.S., will target the 30’-plus marine powerboat and 36’-plus sailboat markets. Godwin said the 6500 has shown to be on average 30-40% more fuel efficient than a comparative sized gas marine generator, while producing more amperage than any other 6 kW generator currently on the market.

Product advantages include:

Robust twin cylinder Kubota diesel engine
Direct driven water-cooled asynchronous alternator
VCS electronic governor provides excellent voltage stability
Self-protected against overload
Gear driven raw water pump
Extremely quite (52dba@7meters)
Less weight, size and noise
Ignition protection for gas powered boats
Comes complete with harnesses, remote panel, sound enclosure and remote fuel lift pump
Safety shutdowns for all critical functions
5-Year limited warranty

In addition to the new 6500, Fischer Panda offers six other standard AC generators including the PMS 4200 Plus, PMS 6000, PMS 8 Mini-DP, PMS 12 Mini-DP, PMS16 DP and PMS 22 DP. Fischer Panda also has two standard DC generators—AGT 4000 and AGT 6000.

Through its standard line of innovative water cooled generators– ranging from 4 kW to 22 kW– Fischer Panda Generators U.S. has provided hundreds of solutions for both sail and powerboat manufacturers and owners throughout America and beyond.

Fischer Panda Generators employs the latest in German engineering to manufacture the smallest, lightest, quietest and most efficient marine diesel generators in the world. Many consider Fischer Panda Generators to be the most advanced marine generator systems ever produced.

Fischer Panda’s DP designated generators feature a remote “smart panel” diagnostic system that will continuously monitor performance, alerting captains and owners to general maintenance, adjustment and troubleshooting issues.

As the only true 100% water cooled asynchronous generators on the market, Fischer Panda stands apart from the competition. No other cooling system is more
efficient. The Fischer Panda generator can cool the stator winding with nearly 100% efficiency due to the unique design of the asynchronous rotor that has no windings, no brushes or diodes. A conventional synchronous generator, on the other hand, can never achieve this level of efficiency because the rotor windings are cooled with air. That same air is very hot and transfers considerable noise. The air also carries humidity and dirt into the windings, which increases the resistance and thereby reduces electrical output.

About Fischer Panda
In 1978 in Germany, Fischer Generators developed the quietest diesel generator in the world. That trend towards small, quiet and super efficiency was to continue, and in 1988, Fischer Generators added “Panda” to its brand and introduced its proprietary and water-cooled, asynchronous electric plant. Fischer Panda U.S., which began operations in 1995, is located at 4345 NE 12 Terrace in Oakland Park, Florida. For more information, please call 954-462-2800 or access the company’s web site at www.fischerpanda.com.

Fischer Panda U.S. Continues To Grow Sales in The Specialty Vehicle Generator Market

OAKLAND PARK, F L– MAY 27, 2010 – Global Expedition Vehicles has once again turned to Fischer Panda U.S., www.fischerpanda.com., for a hard working, easily installed, super silent and water-cooled generator for its line of custom-built self-contained Expedition Vehicles.

For its new “Patagonia” Expedition Vehicle #92, www.globalxvehicles.com/patagonia-expedition-vehicle-92-technical/, the Missouri-based Global Expedition Vehicles (GXVs), http://www.globalXvehicles.com, has opted to install Fischer Panda’s PVMV-N 6000 diesel generator which supplies 50 amps of power at 120v because of its low noise level, durability and worldwide serviceability.

Global Expedition Vehicles builds and sells one thing — Off Road Expedition Vehicles.  Using a wide variety of durable off-road chassis and state-of-the-art composite structures, the vehicles are designed to take owners anywhere in the world they want to go, and bring them back.

“You’ll probably run out of World long before you run out of Truck,” said Global Expedition Vehicles president Michael Van Pelt. “While traditional travel vehicles are docked on a 12×12 concrete slab at an RV park, tied to an umbilical cord for survival, our world travel expedition vehicles are miles away.  Our off-road vehicles are parked on secluded beaches in the Mediterranean, or under banana trees in South America, or in someone’s private location (we are not at liberty to disclose) around the world.”

After reviewing several competitive products, Van Pelt said Fischer Panda proved to best suit the rigorous performance and worldwide serviceability requirements for off-road, self-contained expedition vehicles. Last year, the company installed the Fischer Panda AGTPV4000 12v DC generator on the production of newer, larger platform chassis models, including the Western Star and Freightliner.

“We believe Fischer Panda is the best generator on the market that meets the needs of our off-road RVs, which are custom-built to be the ultimate self-contained Expedition Vehicle,” Van Pelt added.

About Fischer Panda
In 1978 in Germany, Fischer Generators developed the quietest diesel generator in the world. That trend towards small, quiet and super efficiency was to continue, and in 1988, Fischer Generators added “Panda” to its brand and introduced its proprietary and water-cooled, asynchronous electric plant. Fischer Panda U.S., which began operations in 1995, is located at 4345 NE 12 Terrace in Oakland Park, Florida. For more information, please call 954-462-2800 or access the company’s web site at www.fischerpanda.com.

Fischer Panda Generators U.S.A. Reports Increased Sales of its Marine Diesel Generators for Military Applications

OAKLAND PARK, F L– MAY 11, 2010 – The U.S. office of Fischer Panda Generators has announced the restructuring of its Marine Sales operation in order to increase its focus on the sales and service of its range of marine generators for various military and homeland security vehicle applications.

The U.S. operation (www.fischerpanda.com), which began in 1995, has strong market ties into marine OEMs and dealers, the specialty commercial vehicle markets and military integrators in North America. As a result of an increase in the public sector contracts, which includes homeland security and military, Fischer Panda Generators U.S. has identified new opportunities for its range of asynchronous and permanent magnet designed marine generators.

Recent military related contracts include marine generator orders for the Brunswick 37-foot Justice, the largest Boston Whaler model ever built, and Textron Marine & Land Systems’ 47-foot Motor Lifeboat (MLB).

Fischer Panda military generators are smaller, lighter and have solved the noise problem by being up to four times quieter than the current military Tactical Quiet Generator (TGQ) systems. Current Fischer Panda vehicle/shelter solutions—the 10kW and 18 kW generators [asynchronous] and 25kw [permanent magnet]—are compatible as trailer-mounted systems, which are HMMWV towable and C130 transportable, and built to provide full power in a battlefield condition.

Standard range of commercial vehicle AC generators [trailer mountable] offered by Fischer Panda range from 10kW to 50kW. The company also offers battery charging Military grade DC generators available from 3kW to 10kW.”

About Fischer Panda
In 1978 in Germany, Fischer Generators developed the quietest diesel generator in the world. That trend towards small, quiet and super efficiency was to continue, and in 1988, Fischer Generators added “Panda” to its brand and introduced its proprietary and water-cooled, asynchronous electric plant. Fischer Panda U.S., which began operations in 1995, is located at 4345 NE 12 Terrace in Oakland Park, Florida. For more information, please call 954-462-2800 or access the company’s web site at www.fischerpanda.com.

Fischer Panda Generators U.S. to Equip Scout Boats’ New 345XSF

OAKLAND PARK, F L– APRIL 19, 2010 – In introducing its new flagship center console 345XSF for the 2010 model year, Scout Boats has selected Fischer Panda’s reliable 4200 Plus AC marine generator as original equipment.

The second largest boat in the Scout fleet (behind the 350 Abaco Series), the 345XSF features the revolutionary Scout Stepped Hull Technology for higher performance and increased fuel economy.

Paralleling that performance and fuel economy is the Fischer Panda 4200 Plus AC marine generator, a favorite of sailboats 36 to 42 feet and small powerboats in the 30 to 36-foot range. The Fischer Panda 4200 Plus AC is powered by the reliable, fresh water-cooled, Farymann diesel engine and asynchronous water-cooled generator end.

All Fischer Panda generators come standard with 100% fresh water-cooling, superior sound enclosure, bulkhead external connections, remote fuel lift pump and remote control panel.

According to Chad Godwin, Director of Sales and Marketing for Fischer Panda U.S., testing conducted by the company has shown the Panda 4200 Plus to be on average 30-40% more fuel efficient than a comparative sized gas marine generator.

As the only true 100%, water-cooled asynchronous generators on the market, Fischer Panda stands apart from the competition. No other cooling system is more efficient. The Fischer Panda generator can cool the stator winding with nearly 100-percent efficiency due to the unique design of the asynchronous rotor that has no windings, no brushes or diodes. A conventional synchronous generator, on the other hand, can never achieve this level of efficiency because the rotor windings are cooled with air. That same air is very hot and transfers considerable noise. The air also carries humidity and dirt into the windings, which increases the resistance and thereby reduces electrical output.

The freshwater-cooled Fischer Panda generators provide distinct advantages over air-cooled generators, in size, weight, noise and efficiency. Fischer Panda Generators has played a pioneering role in the design and manufacture of marine and vehicle generators for the past 32 years.

About Fischer Panda
In 1978 in Germany, Fischer Generators developed the quietest diesel generator in the world. That trend towards small, quiet and super efficiency was to continue, and in 1988, Fischer Generators added “Panda” to its brand and introduced its proprietary and water-cooled, asynchronous electric plant. Fischer Panda U.S., which began operations in 1995, is located at 4345 NE 12 Terrace in Oakland Park, Florida. For more information, please call 954-462-2800 or access the company’s web site at www.fischerpanda.com.

About Scout Boats
Scout builds sport fishing, fish ‘n ski, walk around, flats and bay boat models ranging from 15’ to 35’. Since its founding two decades ago, Scout Boat’s goal has been to manufacture the best-built boats in its distinctive sport fishing niches. Each Scout hull is a true original, as the in-house research and design team works closely with engineering to take concepts from blueprint to production more efficiently, growing the company’s world-class reputation for quality, strength, durability and value.

Fischer Panda Generators U.S. Continues to Equip Textron Marine & Land Systems’ Motor Life Boat

OAKLAND PARK, FL – MARCH 8, 2010 – Textron Marine & Land Systems has again opted to order and install the Panda 12 Mini DP marine generator in its 47-foot Motor Lifeboat (MLB).

The Panda 12 Mini DP, powered by the reliable water-cooled Kubota D722 three-cylinder diesel engine, is the generator package selected for the latest MLB, a rugged, highly survivable, all-aluminum rescue boat. Textron Marine & Land Systems’ customers, with products ranging from the Landing Craft, Air Cushion (LCAC) to the armored Security Vehicle (ASV), include the U.S. Army, Navy, Marine Corps and Coast Guard, as well as numerous foreign governments and militaries.

The 47-foot MLB design combines many technological innovations, making it faster than its predecessors.  The lightweight, rugged marine-grade aluminum hull can withstand impacts from 20-foot breaking waves at three times the force of gravity. The MLB design has an inherent self-righting capability.  When pitch-poled or rolled into swells, the MLB will self-right in less than 10 seconds—with all machinery fully operational.

Textron Marine & Land Systems’ most recent order calls for six Panda 12 Mini DP’s to be delivered per contracts dating through 2011.  To date, Fischer Panda has provided seven generators for the MLB program.

As the only true 100%, water-cooled asynchronous generators on the market, Fischer Panda stands apart from the competition. No other cooling system is more efficient.  The Fischer Panda generator can cool the stator winding with nearly 100-
percent efficiency due to the unique design of the asynchronous rotor that has no windings, no brushes or diodes. A conventional synchronous generator, on the other hand, can never achieve this level of efficiency because the rotor windings are cooled with air.  That same air is very hot and transfers considerable noise.  The air also carries humidity and dirt into the windings, which increases the resistance and thereby reduces electrical output.

The water-cooled Fischer Panda generators provide distinct advantages over air-cooled generators, in size, weight, noise and efficiency. Fischer Panda Generators has played a pioneering role in the design and manufacture of marine and vehicle generators for the past 32 years.

About Fischer Panda
In 1978 in Germany, Fischer Generators developed the quietest diesel generator in the world. That trend towards small, quiet and super efficiency was to continue, and in 1988, Fischer Generators added “Panda” to its brand and introduced its proprietary and water-cooled, asynchronous electric plant. Fischer Panda U.S., which began operations in 1995, is located at 4345 NE 12 Terrace in Oakland Park, Florida.  For more information, please call 954-462-2800 or access the company’s web site at www.fischerpanda.com.

Fischer Panda Generators Outfit New Hunter 50CC Flagship

OAKLAND PARK, FL – AUGUST 11, 2009 – Hunter Marine Corporation has selected Fischer Panda Generators (www.fisherpanda.com) to outfit its newest and largest model—The Hunter 50CC.

The boat builder, a manufacturer of premier sailboats in North America, recently opted to go with the Fischer Panda 12 Mini DP, a compact yet robust generator driven by the reliable freshwater cooled Kubota D722 three-cylinder diesel engine, capable of producing a powerful 96 amps at 120 volts.  Ideal for sailboats and consumer packed powerboats, the 12 Mini DP weighs in at only 410 pounds and has a noise level rating of 54 dBa @ 7 meters.  It also comes with Fischer Panda’s technically advanced Voltage Control System (VCS).

Hunter Marine Corporation (www.huntermarine.com) distributes sailboats from 14’ to 50’ in 46 countries throughout the world. The Hunter 50CC is a breakthrough boat that defines a safe, comfortable and exceptionally easy-to-sail center cockpit cruiser, which allows for short-handed applications.

Fischer Panda, though its US office, offers the only true 100%, water-cooled asynchronous generators on the market. The Fischer Panda generator can cool the stator winding with nearly 100- percent efficiency due to the unique design of the asynchronous rotor that has no windings, no brushes or diodes. A conventional synchronous generator, on the other hand, can never achieve this level of efficiency because the rotor windings are cooled with air.  That same air is very hot and transfers considerable noise.  The air also carries humidity and dirt into the windings, which increases the resistance and thereby reduces electrical output.

The freshwater-cooled Fischer Panda generators provide distinct advantages over air-cooled generators, in size, weight, noise and efficiency.

Fischer Panda Generators has played a pioneering role in the design and manufacture of marine and vehicle generators for the past 31 years. In 1978 in Germany, Fischer Generators developed the quietest diesel generator in the world. That trend towards small, quiet and super efficiency was to continue, and in 1988, Fischer Generators added “Panda” to its brand and introduced its proprietary and water-cooled, asynchronous electric plant. Fischer Panda U.S., which began operations in 1995, is located at 4345 NE 12 Terrace in Oakland Park, Florida.  For more information, please call 954-462-2800 or access the company’s web site at www.fischerpanda.com.

Fischer Panda Generators U.S. to Equip The CABO® Yachts’ 36 and 40 Zeus Models

OAKLAND PARK, FL – FEBRUARY 11, 2010 CABO® Yachts, part of the Brunswick Boat Group, has opted to install Fischer Panda generators for their 2010 36 Express and 40 Zeus models.

The CABO installation will involve the Fischer Panda 8 Mini DP AC generator (36 Express model) and the Panda 12 Mini or the new 15DP (40 Zeus), according to Chad Godwin, director of sales for the U.S. operations for Fischer Panda.

The Panda 8 Mini is powered by the reliable freshwater cooled Kubota Z428 twin cylinder diesel, while the Panda 12 is powered by the Kubota D722 three-cylinder diesel and the Panda 15DP with the Kubota D1005 three-cylinder diesel. The reliable 8 and 12 Mini DP and the new 15DP AC diesel generators, according to Godwin, are company sales leaders and a favorite in the 30 to 40 foot sport fishing power market, where numerous manufacturers are using Fischer Panda units.

As the only true 100%, water-cooled asynchronous generators on the market, Fischer Panda stands apart from the competition. No other cooling system is more efficient. The Fischer Panda generator can cool the stator winding with nearly 100-percent efficiency due to the unique design of the asynchronous rotor that has no windings, no brushes or diodes. A conventional synchronous generator, on the other hand, can never achieve this level of efficiency because the rotor windings are cooled with air. That same air is very hot and transfers considerable noise. The air also carries humidity and dirt into the windings, which increases the resistance and thereby reduces electrical output.

The freshwater-cooled Fischer Panda generators provide distinct advantages over air-cooled generators, in size, weight, noise and efficiency. Fischer Panda Generators has played a pioneering role in the design and manufacture of marine and vehicle generators for the past 32 years.

About Fischer Panda
In 1978 in Germany, Fischer Generators developed the quietest diesel generator in the world. That trend towards small, quiet and super efficiency was to continue, and in 1988, Fischer Generators added “Panda” to its brand and introduced its proprietary and water-cooled, asynchronous electric plant. Fischer Panda U.S., which began operations in 1995, is located at 4345 NE 12 Terrace in Oakland Park, Florida. For more information, please call 954-462-2800 or visit the company’s web site at www.fischerpanda.com.

About Cabo Yachts
Headquartered in Adelanto, California, CABO Yachts has enjoyed a well-deserved reputation as one of the world’s top builders of sportsfishing boats from 32 to 52 feet fore more than 18 years. CABO is part of the Brunswick Boat Group. For more information, please visit www.caboyachts.com.

Fischer Panda Generators Solves the Noise Problem in Marine Generators

Fischer Panda U.S. Grows Market Share In Specialty Vehicle Generator Sales

Safari Expedition Vehicle

OAKLAND PARK, FL – SEPTEMBER 9, 2009 – In researching his needs for a hard working, easily installed, super silent and water cooled generator for his line of custom-built self-contained Expedition Vehicles, Mike Van Pelt turned to a familiar name in marine quality generators—Fischer Panda.

Van Pelt, managing director with Missouri-based Global Expedition Vehicles (GXVs), www.globalxvehicles.com, said his company selected the Panda AGT4000/12 DC PVMV-N to be installed in the “Safari Expedition” model due to its size and performance record.

At the heart of the Safari Expedition’s power system is the Fischer Panda AGT4000/12 DC PVMV-N vehicle diesel generator which is super efficient, utilizing an asynchronous water-cooled generator plant that has an auto-start system to automatically start to charge batteries when their voltage is low. The Fischer Panda PVMV-N diesel generator is small, light and practically has no heat signature. Super quiet, the unit measures 59 dBa at 7 meters.

After reviewing several competitive products, Van Pelt said Fischer Panda proved to best suit the rigorous performance and serviceability requirements for off-road, self-contained expedition vehicles.

‘Our GXVs are built to be world travel vehicles; therefore, worldwide serviceability is a high priority,” said Van Pelt. “We only source the highest quality materials for our 4 X 4 world-class vehicles, and while we do pay a small premium sometimes for some of our components, we believe that buying once and having it last a lifetime is a better purchasing decision than buying lower quality and replacing it several times over the course of a vehicle’s life. We chose Fischer Panda because, just as in the yacht world, our vehicles are out for months at a time in unpredictable conditions where self-reliance and dependability can be key to surviving.”

Van Pelt said the GXV will be installing the Fischer Panda AGT5000/12 DC PVMV-N generator on the production of newer, larger platform chassis models, including the Western Star and Freightliner.

“We believe Fischer Panda is the best generator on the market that meets the needs of our off-road RVs, which are custom-built to be the ultimate self-contained Expedition Vehicle,” Van Pelt added.

Chad Godwin, Director of Sales for Fischer Panda U.S., said Fischer Panda generators are ideal for specialty vehicles and coaches that require extreme quiet and reliability.

Godwin said the PVMV-N DC series are designed to provide AC current through batteries and inverters on board the coach or specialty equipment vehicle to power all consumers on board. By using the inverter system when not many heavy consumers on board are needed the battery bank and inverter system can resulting in savings up to 70 percent running time and 70 percent in fuel requirements. In addition, he continued, the Fischer Panda‘s PVMV-N generator ensures that batteries will have a much longer life by minimizing the risk of battery discharge.

About Fischer Panda Generators:
Fischer Panda has played a pioneering role in the design and manufacture of marine and vehicle generators for the past 31 years. In 1978 in Germany, Fischer Generators developed the quietest diesel generator in the world. That trend towards small, quiet and super efficiency was to continue, and in 1988, Fischer Generators added “Panda” to its brand and introduced its proprietary and water-cooled asynchronous electric plant. Fischer Panda U.S., which began operations in 1995, is located at 4345 NE 12 Terrace in Oakland Park, Florida. For more information, please call 954-462-2800 or access the company’s web site at www.fischerpanda.com.

Fischer Panda Generators U.S. to Open Sales & Services Store In Brazil

OAKLAND PARK, FL – JANUARY 4, 2010 – The U.S. office of Fischer Panda Generators has announced it is opening a marketing, services and distribution operation in Sao Paulo, Brazil. The store will primarily focus on the Brazil marine market with longer term plans to serve as the South American headquarters.

“This will be a Fischer Panda U.S.-owned operation and will provide the same level of customer and tech service, spare parts, in-stock generators and warranty programs that we currently provide for our customers throughout North America,” said Ashley Rushton, Operations Officer. The Sao Paulo office, located at FISCHER PANDA DO BRASIL – COMÉRCIO DE GERADORES LTDA., Rua Dom Bento Piquel, nº 495 Casa Verde Alta, São Paulo, SP, Brazil – CEP 02544-000. and is expected to open for operation in the second quarter of 2010. The operation will be staffed during the first quarter of 2010.

Through its standard line of innovative water cooled marine generators– ranging from 4 kW to 20 kW– Fischer Panda Generators U.S. has provided hundreds of solutions for both sail and powerboat manufacturers and owners throughout the Americas. The six traditional Fischer Panda AC generators are the PMS 4200 Plus, PMS 6000, PMS 8 Mini-DP, PMS 12 Mini-DP, PMS15 DP and PMS 20 DP. Fischer Panda also has two standard DC generators—AGT 4000 and AGT 6000 with a variety of DC voltages available.

As the only true 100%, water-cooled asynchronous generators on the market, Fischer Panda stands apart from the competition. No other cooling system is more efficient. The Fischer Panda generator can cool the stator winding with nearly 100-
percent efficiency due to the unique design of the asynchronous rotor that has no windings, no brushes or diodes. A conventional synchronous generator, on the other hand, can never achieve this level of efficiency because the rotor windings are cooled with air. That same air is very hot and transfers considerable noise. The air also carries humidity and dirt into the windings, which increases the resistance and thereby reduces electrical output.

The freshwater-cooled Fischer Panda generators provide distinct advantages over air-cooled generators, in size, weight, noise and efficiency.

Fischer Panda Generators
Fischer Panda Generators has played a pioneering role in the design and manufacture of marine and vehicle generators for the past 31 years. In 1978 in Germany, Fischer Generators developed the quietest diesel generator in the world. That trend towards small, quiet and super efficiency was to continue, and in 1988, Fischer Generators added “Panda” to its brand and introduced its proprietary and water-cooled, asynchronous electric plant. Fischer Panda U.S., which began operations in 1995, is located at 4345 NE 12 Terrace in Oakland Park, Florida. For more information, please call 954-462-2800 or access the company’s web site at www.fischerpanda.com.