Manage your boat with one single control
Now there are options to command both inboard/outboard motors and thrusters together with one control.
Sleipner has partnered with leading manufacturers such as Volvo, Mercury, MAN, MTU, ZF Marine, Xenta, Cummins Marine, Glendinning, Dockmate, and Yacht Controller to integrate our thrusters with their joystick technology.
Dock like a pro with combined technology
An integrated docking system can significantly improve safety and decrease number of accidents, especially for less experienced boat owners. Moving a boat sideways with one or multiple thrusters connected to inboards/outboards is much easier, and the ability to maneuver to the centimeter can make a huge difference.
A single intuitive joystick provides you with complete control of the boat so you can enjoy your time on the water.
Download overview chart
While we've provided a comprehensive chart, we strongly recommend you always check with the joystick manufacturer to ensure you have the most up-to-date information regarding thruster compatibility.
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Volvo Penta
Volvo Penta offers several joystick systems to control pod and stern drives in combination with speed controlled bow thrusters.
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Mercury Marine
Mercury Marine offers two joystick systems. The JPOT controls two or more outboard engines and integrates with proportionally controlled electric bow thrusters. The JPI joystick systems are configured for single and twin-shaft drives and integrate with standard (on/off) electric bow thrusters.
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ZF Marine
Interfaced with the electronic control system SmartCommand, ZF's Joystick Maneuvering System™ integrates sophisticated functions like iAnchor™ to keep the vessel on station at a given position, with the press of a button.
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Xenta/MTU
The Xenta X-Dock can control various engine configurations from various engine manufacturers. Please see the Xenta website for more details about engine compatibility. The X-Dock integrates with standard and speed-controlled electric thrusters for bow and stern installations, including retractable thrusters.
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MAN
The Marex 3D system from Emerson integrates with standard and speed-controlled electric thrusters for both bow and stern.
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Cummins Marine
DockCommand for single and twin stern drives offers thruster integration with speed-controlled electric thruster for both bow and stern installations.
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Glendinning
The ProPilot joystick control from Glendinning integrates with any Sleipner thruster for bow and stern. Please see the manufacturer's website for more information about main engine compatibility.
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Dockmate
The Belgian company Dockmate offers wireless remote controls in several configurations. The system can utilize control of standard and speed-controlled electric thrusters for the bow and stern. Please see the manufacturer's website for more information about main engine compatibility.
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Yacht Controller
Italian Yacht Controller is another company offering wireless remote controls for engines, thrusters, and windlasses. Yacht Controller integrates with standard and speed-controlled electric thrusters both in the bow and the stern. Please see the manufacturer's website for more information about main engine compatibility.
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IMET Wave Marine
Wave Marine from the Italian company Imet offers radio remote controls for engines and can also control standard and speed-controlled electric thrusters for the bow and stern. Please see the manufacturer's website for more information about main engine compatibility.
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Twin Disc EJS®
The EJS® system from Twin Disc, for a twin-shaft drive engine configuration, integrates with speed-controlled electric and hydraulic thrusters for both bow and stern installations.
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Yanmar Marine JC20
The JC20, for twin-shaft drives from Yanmar, integrates with electric standard (on/off) and speed-controlled thrusters for both bow and stern.
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Kamewa JCS Extended
The JCS Extended joystick system is primarily for water jet propulsion and integrates with all speed-controlled bow thrusters.
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Marine Jet Power VCS
Vector Control System by Marine Jet Power. Gain precision control of harbor maneuvers and low speed positioning at sea. Idle RPM speed can easily be adjusted to increase responsiveness.
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Yamaha Helm Master EX
The Helm Master EX supports Sleipner bow thrusters for boats with one to five engines. This integration enhances maneuverability by automatically adjusting the bow thruster's speed to match joystick movements.
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Shipcontroller
Shipcontroller offers multifunction remote control systems with the option of dynamic positioning, data telemetry, proportional control of thrusters and engines, chain counter, and other functions through a modular system over CANbus.
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