A “drop” of novelty

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Attractive design, innovative features, a cute and easy-to-remember name.
Guidi's new "drop" has everything to please and represent a truly disruptive product on the market, especially in the medium to long term.

But what is it about?
It's a drop-shaped bronze water inlet (art. 1262), currently patented, developed internally (and entirely) by Guidi, with the support of the University of Genoa, and presented at the last METS in Amsterdam shortly before being officially launched on the market, which will happen in 2025.

How did we come up with this new product?
"This spring we received a special request from an Italian shipyard that was having problems with cavitation and loss of speed caused by the seacocks fitted to one of their high-performance boats: the turbulence caused was interfering with the propeller.” says Alessandro Guidi, the company's technical operations manager.

Hence the start of a study to try to find a useful solution, initially designed for that client but then also usable on other boats, of course, and without size limits.

"We immediately worked on the shapes, design, and coupling of the seacock with the through-hull. We then involved the University of Genoa for the CFD (computational fluid dynamics) analysis, which is the analysis of the flows: to reduce them, we drew inspiration from some principles applied to airplane wings.” continues Marco Stella, from Guidi's Research & Development department, who has previous work experience gained in the aeronautical sector.
The result, from a design point of view, is precisely the drop shape of the "cap", which guarantees perfect hydrodynamics, conveying the water effectively, without dispersion.

What are the benefits of the drop?
"First, it increases water flow. Then, it eliminates turbulence, reduces noise, and reduces drag. In short, it ensures the boat is more comfortable, navigable, and more sustainable.” explains Alessandro Guidi. The 3D-printed prototype of the drop was presented in Amsterdam.
The interesting thing is that as the boat's sailing speed increases, the "beneficial" effects of the new seacock are amplified.

But the drop wasn't the only new product presented in recent months at the various autumn shows. The others are:

• A compensator joint Entirely developed and manufactured in Italy, in collaboration with Isopren of Milan, a company specializing in the production of rubber products. Expansion joints are a key solution for mitigating dimensional changes caused by thermal expansion, vibration, or structural movement in marine hydraulic systems, protecting the system from damage resulting from excessive stress or shock. Furthermore, they prevent the propagation of eddy currents in the pipes, reducing galvanic corrosion. The joint is compatible with freshwater, saltwater, hydrocarbon mixtures, and oils.

• A prototype of the updated version of the Guidi System, the kit that includes a seacock, anti-block valve, filter, hydraulic fittings and was developed to increase the performance of water passage in the hydraulic systems of yachts, reducing pressure losses, reducing the formation of air bubbles or cavitation phenomena and ensuring correct and effective functioning of the systems over time.
The “new” System has been enriched with a two-input valve and sensors for system diagnostics, all designed to be managed directly from the boat's dashboard.
The kit offers many advantages: functionality, ease of use, durability, attractive design, and reliability. Finally, its components are virtually 100% recyclable.

• A flanged valve (art. 2350) prepared for certification according to the ABYC H-27 July 2021 standard, made entirely of CC499K bronze, full bore, with adjustable lever, complete with features and technical specifications required by the standard.

• Finally the 2300AE motorized valve, which offers precise remote control, allowing you to monitor its position (fully open or closed) in real time. By programming automatic opening and closing cycles, you can prevent fouling during periods of inactivity.

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