SMART CONNECT
SMART CONNECT is a compact interface module that links SMART BILGE+ and SMART ODME (where applicable) directly to an electronic Oil Record Book (eORB) or Fleet Intelligence software over the vessel’s LAN. Installed between the monitoring equipment and onboard software, it provides a reliable, automated pathway for compliance data to move from the machinery space to digital systems—eliminating the need for manual data transfer.
Traditional Oil Record Book entries rely on manually compiled data from multiple sources, making the process time-consuming and prone to errors or inconsistencies. As vessels transition to digital record-keeping, the need for accurate, traceable, and inspection-ready data becomes critical—particularly under increasing regulatory scrutiny.
SMART CONNECT automatically captures live data from SMART BILGE+ via RS485, stores and totalises the information, and securely transfers discharge summaries to the eORB or Fleet Intelligence system via an Ethernet API. This reduces the crew’s role to a simple review and approval step, improving efficiency while ensuring consistent, reliable, and compliant record keeping.
SMART CONNECT is a compact interface module that links SMART BILGE+ and SMART ODME (where applicable) directly to an electronic Oil Record Book (eORB) or Fleet Intelligence software over the vessel’s LAN. Installed between the monitoring equipment and onboard software, it provides a reliable, automated pathway for compliance data to move from the machinery space to digital systems—eliminating the need for manual data transfer.
Traditional Oil Record Book entries rely on manually compiled data from multiple sources, making the process time-consuming and prone to errors or inconsistencies. As vessels transition to digital record-keeping, the need for accurate, traceable, and inspection-ready data becomes critical—particularly under increasing regulatory scrutiny.
SMART CONNECT automatically captures live data from SMART BILGE+ via RS485, stores and totalises the information, and securely transfers discharge summaries to the eORB or Fleet Intelligence system via an Ethernet API. This reduces the crew’s role to a simple review and approval step, improving efficiency while ensuring consistent, reliable, and compliant record keeping.
- SMART CONNECT receives live discharge data from SMART BILGE+ via RS485
- Secure data handling with encryption and alignment to IACS UR E26/E27 cybersecurity principles
- Crew review and approve entries within the eORB – no manual data entry required
- Oil Record Book automation
- MARPOL Annex I compliance
- Digital fleet compliance systems
- Integration with eORB providers
- Improved Compliance Confidence – Enhanced traceability for inspections and audits
- Reduced Operational Burden – Saves crew time and reduces workload
- Data Integrity and Transparency – Direct transfer from certified monitoring equipment
- Future Ready Digital Integration – Supports transition to fully connected compliance ecosystems
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Input / Output |
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| Digital Output: | API Over Ethernet output. |
| Digital Input: | SMART BILGE+ Input.2-wire RS485 IMO data stream. With a bespoke communication protocol. (~1000 Metre maximum cable length).
SMART ODME, 2-wire RS232 IMO data stream. With a bespoke communication protocol. (~10 Metre maximum cable length). |
| Cable Terminals: | Accept cores of 2.5mm² (HV) and 1.5mm² (LV) |
| Cable Glands: | 3 x IP65 Cable glands to accept cable diameters 6mm to diameter. |
| Data Storage and Retrieval | |
| Date Capacity: | >18 months capacity in non-volatile storage. |
| Data Retrieval: | Automatic streaming to the electronic oil record book in an API, over ethernet.
Manual cable download using bespoke and secure Rivertrace PC application. |
| Environmental & Sample | |
| Ambient Humidity: | 90%RH Max @ 55oC |
| Ambient Temperature: | 00C – +600C |
| Protection Class: | IP 65 |
| System and Supply | |
| Supply Voltage: | 24VDC, 24VAC, 110VAC or 230VAC |
| Power Supply Frequency: | 50-60Hz |
| Supply Voltage Tolerance: | +/- 10% |
| Construction and Other Criteria | |
| Cyber Security: | Full encryption and designed following IACS UR E26 and E27 |
| Weight: | 0.8 Kg |
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Since being founded in 1983 in the UK, we have a developed a deep understanding of the environmental regulations that relate to oil-in-water monitoring.
Rivertrace is regarded as a leading authority on the interpretation of the environmental regulations into practical recommendations and solutions for marine, offshore and industrial applications.
We apply this knowledge in two ways:
- To design oil-in-water monitoring devices and systems that create operating efficiencies
- To advise our customers on the most appropriate product solutions and processes for their operations