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May 2013 Issue

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Tech blows in

It’s expensive, and it takes time to learn, but done right—wow!
Creating a dream shop

A combination of space, location, equipment and employees creates the ideal shop.
Marketing in the digital age

Fabricators chart new courses online.

Nearly 30 organizations co-host 2013 American Boating Congress

The ABC Legislative Conferene is slated for May 8-9 in Washington, D.C.
Ten companies honored for innovation

Eight products took home 2013 Innovation Awards and two others received honorable mentions.
Industry veteran John Robert 'Bob' Long wins Alan J. Freedman Award

The NMMA honored Long with the 2013 Alan J. Freedman Memorial Leadership Award.
Georgia legislators mull safety bill

Bill adresses mandatory boater education, life-jacket wear and more.
Survey shows growth in boating

A recent forecast indicates a 2013 growth of 8 percent in the American boating industry.
NMMA comments on USCG code regulations

The NMMA identified several standards that are currently outdated.
Congressional Boating Caucus heads named

U.S. Sen. Joe Donnelly and Rep. Mike McIntyre joined as co-chairs.
NMMA names legal director

The NMMA named Nicole Vasilaros director of regulatory and legal affairs.
National Marina Day set for June 8

National Marina Day has joined forces with Discover Boating.
My-Villages makes move

Move situates the company directly within the largest U.S. boating market and industry hub.
Shop talk with Barb Czarnecki of Bayside Custom Canvas

Barb Czarnecki runs a one-woman shop producing top-quality products.

Enduratex reveals topcoat Forbid

Forbid increases stain resistance, while preserving the integrity of the fabric luster and softness.
STA-LOK launches new stemball self-fit terminals

The head size can be increased to fit any mast and spreader attachment.
Sailrite introduces new snap fastener

System features a set of four dies to install button, socket, stud and eyelet snap fastener components.
DuroAir develops indoor air-quality recycling technology

Technology filters and recycles industrial contaminated indoor air.
Tech blows in

It’s expensive, and it takes time to learn, but done right—wow!

Tips for better fitting tops

For tight tops, certain rules must be followed in order to get consistent results, regardless of fabrication style.
Cushion reupholstery: Making the old new again

Crafting board-mounted cockpit cushions for a 44-foot Tiara.

Tech blows in

It’s expensive, and it takes time to learn, but done right—wow!
Creating a dream shop

A combination of space, location, equipment and employees creates the ideal shop.
Marketing in the digital age

Fabricators chart new courses online.
Handling online criticism

The right—and quick—response can salvage your digital reputation.
Shop talk with Barb Czarnecki of Bayside Custom Canvas

Barb Czarnecki runs a one-woman shop producing top-quality products.