Brunswick Corporation : Crestliner Partners with MarineTech on New Power Steering System
Otsego, Minn., Sept. 21, 2017 - Crestliner Boats, along with Brunswick Boat
Group's freshwater brands, is partnering exclusively with marine accessory
manufacturer MarineTech Products to incorporate Panther XPS, a hybrid cable and
hydraulic power steering system, into its aluminum boats.
"We view this partnership with MarineTech as a huge step forward in technology
for our line-up," said Jake Mirabal, Crestliner Product Manager. "We're always
looking for ways to make performance more efficient and intuitive, and the
Panther XPS helps accomplish just that."
The Panther XPS combines cable and hydraulic steering by using stored power that
delivers high-pressure hydraulic fluid to a patented cylinder so the pump only
operates when needed, as opposed to typical pumps that run continuously or turn
on when the steering wheel receives steering input. This results in the XPS
using only 10 percent of the typical run time for power-assisted systems,
delivering huge power savings and a reduced risk of draining the battery.
The Panther XPS's hybrid steering system also reverts to cable steering in the
unlikely event of a power hydraulic system failure, giving Crestliner owners
added peace of mind while out on the water.
"We're so pleased to be working with such a strong company to unveil this power
steering system," said Larry Grundtner, president of MarineTech Products.
"Crestliner will be able to offer their customers an innovative product at a
great price, and the partnership will lend a lot of credibility to the Panther
brand, as well."
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About Crestliner
Located in Otsego, Minn., Crestliner boats and pontoons are crafted with an
uncompromising mix of functional design, all-welded aluminum construction and a
relentless commitment to excellence. Since 1946, Crestliner has been making
boats forged with strength and defined by durability. As a world-wide leader,
Crestliner continues to redefine the industry with boats built to last. A
testament to our quality and craftsmanship, Crestliner has received the CSI
Award of Excellence in Customer Satisfaction for Aluminum Outboard Boats for 10
consecutive years. Learn more about Crestliner and its line of boats by visiting
crestliner.com.
Crestliner is a division of Brunswick Corporation, a leader in the recreational
marine industry, at brunswick.com.
About Brunswick
Headquartered in Mettawa, Ill., Brunswick Corporation's leading consumer brands
include Mercury and Mariner outboard engines; Mercury MerCruiser sterndrives and
inboard engines; MotorGuide trolling motors; Attwood, Garelick and Whale marine
parts and accessories; Land 'N' Sea, Kellogg Marine, Lankhorst Taselaar, Payne's
Marine and BLA parts and accessories distributors; Bayliner, Boston Whaler,
Brunswick Commercial and Government Products, Crestliner, Cypress Cay, Harris,
Lowe, Lund, Meridian, Princecraft, Quicksilver, Rayglass, Sea Ray, Thunder Jet
and Uttern; Life Fitness, Hammer Strength, Cybex, Indoor Cycling Group and
SCIFIT fitness equipment; and Brunswick billiards tables, accessories and game
room furniture. For more information, visit http://www.brunswick.com.
About MarineTech Products
MarineTech Products is a family-owned manufacturer of marine accessories under
seven product brands: Panther, Panther XPS, Panther King Pin Anchors,
TrollMaster, Navigator, EZ-Steer, and Angler's Pal. MarineTech is headquartered
in Vadnais Heights, Minn.
FOR MORE INFORMATION: Lori Kneeland
Lkneeland@Crestliner.com
(763) 241-2625
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Source: Brunswick Corporation via GlobeNewswire
Released September 21, 2017