EPIRBs (Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacons) are critical life-saving devices that automatically activate in emergencies to alert rescue services worldwide. EKS Marine Electronics provides EPIRB sales, registration, battery replacement, hydrostatic release service, and annual inspection.
An EPIRB is a satellite-linked distress beacon that transmits a distress signal on 406 MHz to the COSPAS-SARSAT satellite system when activated, either manually or automatically upon contact with water. The signal is received by rescue coordination centers worldwide, enabling rapid response.
Modern Category I EPIRBs are float-free devices that automatically release and activate when a vessel sinks to approximately 4 meters depth. They include a built-in GPS receiver that transmits precise position data, dramatically reducing search and rescue time.
EKS Marine Electronics provides complete EPIRB lifecycle services including new unit supply, MMSI/IMEI registration with national authorities, annual battery and hydrostatic release unit inspection, 5-year battery replacement, and GPS functionality testing.