Docking - Buzz Tech Marine Ltd

Dockmate Control Systems

Buzz Tech marine Ltd are the official Dockmate dealers on the south coast, contact us today for a free quotation.

This innovative docking control system offers superior docking capabilities from anywhere on board and all in the palm of your hand. The Dockmate will wirelessly control bow and stern thrusters along with engine controls, with an optional horn and windlass operation this really is an all-in-one product and the ultimate pair of additional hands.

Key Features

The main difference in the two models being a push button or twist joystick for operational control, with the twist version features proportional single handed control (engine & drive configuration dependant) and wireless charging.

All Dockmate products are installed in conjunction with on board systems, so safety is never compromised and the original vessel controls will be available at all times to take over if the need arises. Dockmate is a more cost effective system compared with other similar systems and comes with a 3 year warranty giving long term peace of mind to any boat owner.

Dockmate introduces remote Dynamic Positioning System

DPS is another Dockmate product that enhances your control of your vessel providing stationary vessel control in open water

Dockmate Positioning System is driven by an IMU unit (which includes a compass, accelerometer and gyroscope) and a DPS Receiver installed within the vessel, and connects to Dockmate GNSS antennas installed on the hardtop. It is designed for installation on any vessel with at least two engines and Dockmate compatible engine and thruster controls. DPS is easy to install and requires only a short calibration sea trial.

Dockmate, the leading manufacturer of advanced wireless remote controls for yachts, announced today the introduction of a new feature for their wireless remote control systems – Dockmate Positioning System (DPS).

Dockmate’s DPS solution has two operating modes: one mode for use on the open water and another mode to use for short periods of time in close quarters. In the open water operating mode, DPS will use only the engines to keep the boat in its target position. It is ideal for short-handed crews, allowing the captain to step away from the helm to tend to mooring lines and fenders before entering a marina. In the close quarters operating mode, DPS uses both the engines and bow and stern thrusters in concert to keep the vessel in its target position.

“We have spent a significant amount of time and research over the years to ensure that the Dockmate remote control system provides boaters with the best control of their vessels in some of the more stressful situations like docking and close quarters maneuvering,” said Dirk Illegems, President of Dockmate. “Whether you are entering a marina or waiting for a bridge or lock, holding your position while stepping away from the helm can be just as important as having fingertip control when pulling into a dock. Our customers have been looking for a Dynamic Positioning System and we are happy to deliver.”