Skipper and vessel owner Ólafur Einarsson from Øksnes shares his experience after upgrading his autoline vessel Einar with the E-Line Coastal system.
“We switched to the E-Line PLS control system, hook separator, and baiting machine about a year ago.
Our experience has been very positive. The system runs smoothly and quietly, without the need for hydraulics or oil, and with lower maintenance costs compared to the old hydraulic system.
The ability to set the exact bait size makes it possible to optimize operations and reduce bait consumption, as every hook is baited precisely and consistently each time.
Also, we can set with more speed than before, and with much better baiting when the boat speeds up and “runs with the big waves”.
Previously, with the hydraulic system, we set at 5.5 knots, but now with the electric machine we set at 6.5–7 knots and achieve 98% baiting.
We have also received excellent follow-up and support from the Mustad Autoline service team throughout the year.
I am very satisfied and can truly recommend converting to electric machines and the new control system – this is the future!”