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Introducing our newest Dealers

Introducing our newest Dealers SES Extended Partnership We’re excited to announce the expansion of our partnership with Survey Equipment Services as they increase their territory in the Gulf and mid-Atlantic states. SES has a fully outfitted Mission Specialist DEFENDER and two Mission Specialist ALLYs, available for demos, rentals, and customer

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The Art & Science of Search & Recovery

Tom has almost 40 years of experience in underwater recovery. He began with drag bar methods, advanced to using side-scan sonar in the 90s, and then shifted to remotely operated vehicles (ROVs) in the early 2000s. His specialty lies in using side-scan sonar and VideoRay ROVs for recovery work. Despite

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Christopher

Hiding in the Deep

Salome’s work stands as a testament to the synergy between scientific curiosity and technological innovation. Her approach integrates cutting-edge advancements in robotics with a profound understanding of marine biology, underscoring the pivotal role that interdisciplinary collaboration plays in pushing the boundaries of exploration. Through meticulous documentation and analysis of these

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Christopher

A Decade of Counting Fish in the Gulf of Mexico

Jennifer Wetz provides a comprehensive overview of research conducted over several years focusing on the Gulf of Mexico’s artificial habitat, particularly the use of VideoRay technology for surveys. The research aimed to assess artificial habitats like oil and gas platforms, ships, and reefs created from decommissioned structures. The Gulf of

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Christopher

13 Tips for Operating an Underwater ROV in Strong Currents

In an emergency, you may need to pilot your remotely operated vehicle (ROV) through strong currents. Without the proper thrust, tether or piloting technique, you risk damaging your vehicle and compromising the mission. In this blog, we’ll give you 13 tips for operating your underwater ROV in strong currents. Plus,

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December Newsletter

Insights Newsletter December 2022 We’re looking forward to 2023 – How about you? We hope your 2022 was good and wish you the best for the coming year!  It’s been a busy, exciting, productive and successful year at VideoRay.  Perhaps our greatest technological achievement to date is the completion of

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November 2022 Newsletter

Insights Newsletter November 2022 Who doesn’t like recognition – for a job well done, achieving a personal milestone or anniversary or for your knowledge or abilities?   VideoRay is exploring a certification program to give you the recognition you deserve for your dedication to using VideoRay ROVs.  We envision a program

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VideoRay Insights Newsletter October 2022

Insights Newsletter October 2022 Greetings!  Do you like helping people learn?  Demand for VideoRay training is stronger than ever and growing.  We are recruiting well-qualified individuals to serve as certified instructors on a contract basis.  Requirements include VideoRay ROV operational and maintenance experience (prefer Mission Specialist over older models), operational

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VideoRay Insights Newsletter July 2022

Insights Newsletter July 2022 Greetings!  Did you know VideoRay offers in-person, virtual, instructor-led and self-paced training?  In-person training can be delivered on-site for large groups, or in Open Enrollment courses for individuals or small groups (usually 3 or fewer).  On-site classes are delivered at the location of your choice and

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VideoRay invites you to our Insights Presentation, September 9, 2021

Please join us for this “VideoRay Insights” Premiere Virtual Presentation ​VideoRay’s new Mission Specialist Expeditionary Products (September 9, 2021 10:00am EDT) Learn first-hand from VideoRay’s Technical Support team about the new Expeditionary products. What are they? How can you use them with your existing VideoRay systems? If you operate in

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Snap it! Send it! Enter Our Photo Contest Today!

Vote! Vote! Our 25th Anniversary Photo Contest has ended, but you can still vote! Just click here to VOTE for your favorites. Tell us what grabs your eyes. If you’re interested in learning more about the ROVs we’ve manufactured, check out our History Page.

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Insights: 11 Tips To Prep For A Recovery Operation

A recovery operation with a ROV requires a lot of preparation in advance. The last thing you want is to run into a snafu while trying to get the sub in the water or when it’s submerged. Here is a quick rundown of 11 prep tips to consider: All personnel

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Insights: 7 Troubleshooting Tips For ROV Operational Problems

​If you’ve run into a problem operating your VideoRay ROV, here are seven basic troubleshooting guidelines that could be helpful in addressing the situation: Review the user manual to see if an issue can be answered. Each system comes with a manual and the latest versions are stored on our

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Insights: 10 Tips To Consider Before Entering Confined Spaces

Tips for Operating an ROV in Strong Currents Depending on the assignment, you may encounter confined spaces or cluttered areas when operating your ROV. Under such circumstances, you need to consider several things before proceeding: Do you truly need to enter the confined space or area? The best way to

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