When Scanmar introduced their invention, cable- free Catch control systems based on ground-breaking new technology, in the early 1980's great attention was aroused in the fishing industry all over the world. The immediate success of the simple, but still unique, systems founded the basis for the development of new technology and new solutions of great importance to fishermen’s finances.
In connection with Scanmar's 25th anniversary in 2005, Norsk Fiskerinæring, one of the world’s leading fishery magazines wrote:
"Scanmar AS in Åsgårdstrand is a fantastic company, it cannot be said more precisely than that. In the course of 25 years, Henning Skjold-Larsen and his team of scientists and technicians have revolutionized trawl and seine fishing many times. Equipment from Scanmar has created enormous economic gains for fishermen. And in Åsgårdstrand they never look back. We doubt that there are people in Norway who have been as focused and consistent in their research and development as Skjold-Larsen. Our hats off to you."
And since then a lot has happened: based on the knowledge and experience gathered over 25 years, Scanmar has developed sensors and system solutions which have led to a new revolution in trawl fishing. In particular including:
- Total solution for efficient fishing as a result of combining the information of DoorAngle/Distance, Towing speed and Water flow in the trawl.
- Accurate and immediate detection of the position and amount of fish influx, amount of fish and filling degree with the new SuperCatch Catch sensor.
New inventions that have led to further improvement of robustness, new battery and charging technology and other labor-saving operations are also part of the picture.
The result has significantly increased catching efficiency and reduced fuel costs, as well as repairs and maintenance and deterioration of fishing gear and equipment.
And there is still more to come! Patents and patent applications for trawl door control, remote activation and positioning of the trawl will be easily applied by upgrading existing systems.