MACS3
| Developer(s) | INTERSCHALT maritime systems AG |
|---|---|
| Initial release | 1984 |
| Stable release |
1.1 (.NET)
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| Development status | Stable |
| Operating system | Windows |
| Platform | .NET Framework under x86 and X86-64 |
| Available in | English, German, Russian |
| License | Proprietary software |
| Website | MACS3 Loading Computer System |
The MACS3.NET Loading Computer System is a computer controlled loading system for commercial vessels, developed by Software Solutions Department of INTERSCHALT maritime systems AG. Prior to September 1, 2007 it was offered by Seacos Computersysteme & Software GmbH.
MACS3 consists of computer hardware and a range of software, which aim to minimize the operational load while loading a vessel, and to prevent any hard limitations from being breached.
The software architecture and user interface of the MACS3 .NET Loading Computer System are designed according to the standard ISO 16155:2006 Ships and marine technology - Computer applications - Shipboard loading instruments, and to the following Rules and Recommendations:
The software of MACS3.NET Loading Computer System includes the MACS3 Basic Loading Program, performing functions of Categories A and B according to the ISO 16155:2006 and (optionally) a range of additional modules and programs, performing functions of Category C:
The system runs under both 32- and 64-bit operating systems Windows 2000, Windows XP and Windows Vista.
MACS3 Basic Loading Program is designed for all vessel types (container, tanker, bulk carrier, general cargo, RoRo, passenger) in accordance with the unified IACS Requirement L5 "Onboard Computers for Stability Calculations". It is approved by all leading classification societies: GL, LR, ABS, DNV, BV, NKK, KR.
MACS3 Basic Loading Program performs:
MACS3 Basic Loading Program supports client–server software architecture for distributed cargo management and allows the complete loading condition (container, tanks, general cargo and constant items) to be stored in a single compressed mxml-file, making it very easy for you to exchange loading conditions between ship and office.
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