September 2011

  • Published On: September 1, 2011

    The Clauss® 12-inch Hot Forged Bent Trimmer with SureSet® is a heavy-duty, hot-forged bent trimmer with wide body blades. Made of carbon steel, through-hardened and double-plated with chrome over nickel, the knife edges provide low-stress cutting. SureSet, an adjustable fastener, has a locking pivot to reduce friction and allow one-handed tension adjustment. Made using through-hardened, [...]

  • Published On: September 1, 2011

    Spradling International’s Dolce urethane seating upholstery is a poly carbonate urethane faux leather that offers elegant, comfortable seating options for marine, RV, auto, healthcare, commercial and residential interiors. With the softness of lambskin and properties suited for any market, Dolce is protected with Silverguard technology, a natural environmentally friendly bacteria-fighting defense, and comes with a [...]

  • Published On: September 1, 2011

    The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) finalized guidelines outlining a gas pump warning label, as well as other misfueling controls for E15 gasoline. The National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) has expressed concern that the EPA’s misfueling rule does not take significant steps to address anticipated problems with the risk of misfueling. Nor does the rule ensure [...]

  • Published On: September 1, 2011

    Safe, non-toxic, non-corrosive, fragrance-free and 100-percent biodegradable in under 28 days, GreenClean Boat Soap is a concentrated solution that is tough on dirt—without the use of harsh chemicals—and leaves no residue. Needing just one capful per gallon of water, the soap forms a rich foam that removes salt scum, mildew, sludge and rubber marks. It [...]

  • Published On: September 1, 2011

    Coverlight CSM Coated Nylon resists aging, ozone and ultraviolet light, making it well suited for covers exposed to marine conditions. The heavy-duty fabric is resistant to abrasion and capable of retaining its integrity in extreme temperatures. It can be sewn or simply cemented together to eliminate the need for setup, buffing and dusting. It is [...]

  • Published On: September 1, 2011

    The Magnalight LEDPB10W-80X2E LED light bar produces a 6,880-lumen beam that reaches over 750 feet in usable length and can illuminate reflective objects at even greater distances. A Lexan lens protects its dual rows of LEDs. The bar is waterproof to three meters and resistant to damage from impacts, shocks and vibrations. It can withstand [...]

  • Published On: September 1, 2011

    Barnacle Buster safely and easily dissolves scale, barnacles, zebra mussels, calcium, rust, lime and other mineral deposits. It can be used to de-scale heat exchangers, air conditioning systems, outdrives, outboards and anywhere marine growth is found. It is available in ready-to-use or concentrated forms, in 1-quart and 1-gallon bottles, 5-gallon pails, 55-gallon drums and 250-gallon [...]

  • Published On: September 1, 2011

    Acoustiblok reduces unwanted noises, including those from the boat’s engine wall, engine cover and gas tank cover. The viscoelastic polymer material has a high-density mineral content, making it heavy and yet extremely flexible. As sound waves cause the material to flex, internal friction occurs and the acoustical energy is dissipated. All-weather panels withstand water, humid [...]

  • Published On: September 1, 2011

    Home decor fabrics, including cotton, linen and silk, offer an array of colors, textures and prints, and have a softer, more luxurious feel, which can reflect a customer's tastes and preferences. Boat interior and upholstery work runs the gamut from utilitarian deck cushions on recreational boats to high-fashion staterooms on yachts with round-the-clock [...]

  • Published On: September 1, 2011

    GE Capital Commercial Distribution Finance (CDF) issued its 2011 mid-season marine industry update. “We are generally pleased with the year-to-date results across the nation, despite challenging regional weather conditions and an overall “mixed” macro-economic climate,” wrote Bruce Van Wagoner, managing director of the marine division at CDF, in the report. “Wholesale shipments in units are [...]