SmartPlug in the Media
Northwest Yachting
January 2010 - Lake Union Fire Destroys Three Boats
"The thing to do if you even have the slightest doubt about the integrity of your shorepower system is to give your local qualified marine electrical technician a call and have him or her inspect your system for corrosion, loose wires or signs of overheating at the fittings. You can them have them replace any suspect fittings with the SmartPlug System..."
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Mad Mariner / Navagear
December 2009 - SmartPlug Reinvents the Shore Power Connector (and With Good Reason)
"I first heard about the SmartPlug back in June, and I'll admit I was somewhat skeptical. Why would anyone bother "reinventing the wheel" when it comes to shorepower cable connector standards? If it ain't broke, don't fix it, right?
I have changed my mind. In fact, I have converted my boat to SmartPlug..."
Northwest Yachting
December 2009 - SmartPlug 30 Amp Inlet and Connector
"This is just about the best thing your boat can find under the tree this year...SmartPlug could very well be the winner of Northwest Yachting's Publishers Choice Award for 2009..."
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DIY Boat Owner
December 2009 - Installing a SmartPlug Power Cable Connector
"SmartPlug offers a new, safer and more secure shorepower cable connector, with increased protection against loose connections and corrosion. It is also designed for DIY installation"
First Mate Yacht Care
December 2009
"I first became aware of the SmartPlug when I meet Ken Smith (president of SmartPlug) at the 2009 Miami International Boat Show. After a quick demo and a few questions, it left me with only one question, "Why isn't this the industry standard?"....We see a lot of goofy and unnecessary products at boat shows, but SmartPlug is the one product I think would be a great investment for every boat owner and marina."
48 North
August 2009 - Product News
"SmartPlug Systems has designed a new and patented shorepower system featuring advanced safety features and is currently available in a 30 amp plug and inlet with a 50 amp model in delvelopment. The SmartPlug, paired with proper shorepower maintenance, provides protection for boats and marinas."
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Navagear
July 2009 - SmartPlug Gains ABYC Compliance
"Continuing to revolutionize shorepower systems, SmartPlug Systems is proud to announce its 30 Amp Retrofit Boatside Plug and Inlet are American Boat and Yacht Council (ABYC) compliant. Both products have been independently tested by IMANNA Laboratory to meet ABYC E-11 standards."
PassageMaker
June 2009 - Making Shore Power Safer - One Boat At A Time
"Folks in the industry who are aware of the twist-lock connector's shortcomings have had to be content with warning and educating boat owners and those working in marinas and boatyards regarding its weaknesses and safety issues. Now, and alternative has arrived, and its been four years in the making..."
Northwest Yachting
June 2009 - New Products: SmartPlug Shorepower Systems
"They are finally here! SmartPlug Systems has revolutionized the shore power connection for boats and marinas by introducing the first safe and easy-to-use alternative to the problematic current shore power standard in 70 years"
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Mad Mariner
June 2009 - SmartPlug's New Shore Power Standard
"Navagear often promotes products from manufacturers in our own backyard: the northwestern United States and western Canada. So we’re thrilled to see a Seattle-based manufacturer with an ambitious and innovative new shore power offering."
Houseboat Online
May 2009 - New Products: SmartPlug 30 Amp Plug and Inlet
"Revolutionizing boaters' access to AC power, SmartPlug Systems introduces the first safe and easy-to-use alternative to the current standard in 70 years."
Seabuddy.net
April 2009 - New Style 30 Amp Shore Power Connection
"For decades, boat owners have struggled with outdated, round shorepower connectors that do not provide the protection of today's technology. Revolutionizing boaters' access to AC power, SmartPlug Systems introduces the first safe and easy-to-use alternative to the current standard in 70 years."
Great Lakes Scuttlebutt
February 2009 - Electronics Information - SmartPlug Systems
"‘It’s about time!’ is the catchphrase most frequently iterated when any marine enthusiast gets their hands on the SmartPlug. The new and innovative shore power system from SmartPlug Systems is revolutionizing shore power connection. It was in 1938 when the current round style standard plug and inlet was designed, and there has since been very little change, until now."
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