May 2008 Issue

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  U.S. tsunami warning system complete

  The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) has set the last two buoys in the U.S. tsunami warning system.

• Senators introduce Clean Boating Act of 2008

  Senator Barbara Boxer (D-Calif.) and Senator Bill Nelson (D-Fla.) introduced the bill, S. 2766, The Clean Boating Act of 2008.

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  Products honored for innovation at Miami Boat Show

  At the 2008 Miami Boat Show, nine marine manufacturers were honored for innovative achievement.

• ABC addresses threats to boating

  The American Boating Congress (ABC) recently cited threats to recreational boating in the U.S., including national federal permitting of recreational boats, assaults on boating and fishing access, proposed tax reforms, and a stalling economy and spiking energy processes.

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  Updated advertising campaign for "Discover Boating"

  The “Discover Boating” advertising campaign, sponsored by the National Marine Manufacturer’s Association (NMMA), now includes cell phone advertising and TiVo advertising messages.

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  Bainbridge announces new export sales manager

  Bainbridge International announced James Hudson as export sales manager for their sailcloth and technical fabrics division.

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  Chris-Craft moving to new facility

  Production of Chris-Craft’s Lancer 20 (formerly named “Speedster”) has moved from Sarasota, Fla., to Cleveland County, N.C. Production of Chris-Craft’s smallest and most popular boat began in its new Kings Mountain facility in March.

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  Furniture weight fabrics designed for marine interiors

  Glen Raven’s Sunbrella Yachting Collection of furniture weight fabrics is specifically designed for marine interiors and other fabric applications for powerboat owners and sailors.

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  Marine grade vinyl available in leopard print

  Great Lakes Fabrics distributes Leopard, a custom printed marine-grade vinyl with a hair-like texture embossed on the surface. This vinyl is ideal for marine, snowmobile, commercial and residential applications.

• Vinyl laminate resists mildew and UV rays

  Vicar International Sun & Sea vinyl laminate resists mildew and UV rays, and can be used for installations in sunny, humid climates, including golf cart enclosures and boat covers.

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  Fabricators and boat builders review new solid marine fabric colors

  Glen Raven Custom Fabrics is testing six new Sunbrella solid marine colors during marine trade shows, and with customers.

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  Upholstery fabric features punched pattern and knit backing

  Punch from Omnova Solutions is the newest Nautolex marine exterior design featuring an embossed “punched” pattern and knit backing.

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  Gel keeps zippers and snaps working with ease

  E-Z Snap Zipper and Snap Lube from Iosso Products is a thick gel that is meant to keep zippers and snaps used on bimini tops, boat covers, windshields and other marine items working with ease.

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  Heavy-duty grommets ideal for many applications

  Fasnap’s grommet line includes rolled rim grommets with spur washers in size #0 to #5.5.

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  Extreme edge seals work with variety of materials

  Xtreme Seal Ultra Seal has a wide, flat profile with turned-down front and rear edges for flatter finished edge seals, and is designed for use with Common Sense fasteners.

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  Fabricating with CAD technology

  Letting technology work for you can lead to increased efficiency and increased profits.

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  Using track-to-track installation for enclosures

  Tips and techniques from a veteran fabricator for flawless track-to-track enclosures.

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  Four-sided enclosure achieves desired clean look

  Cape Canvas & Rigging, West Yarmouth, Mass.

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  Rigid enclosure provides unobstructed views

  Recovery Room, Panama City Beach, Fla.

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  Cockpit cover protects electronics from the elements

  Bev’s Canvas Covers, Waterford, Mich.

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  "Blue monster" covers boat in separate sections

  Custom Canvas of Charleston Inc, North Charleston, S.C.

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  Bulletproof frame and cover offer winter protection

  Als Auto Trim & Upholstery, Erie, Pa.

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  Aft deck enclosure complements existing hardtop

  The Nautical Needle, Holland, Mich.

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  Full enclosure provides easy entry and exit

  Mike’s Marine Custom Canvas, Virginia Beach, Va.

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  Dodger features clean, tailored look

  Custom Canvas of Charleston Inc., North Charleston, S.C.

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  Inverted dodger design allows custom platform for electronics

  Banner Canvas, Ham Lake, Minn.

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  Folding Canopy Top replaces hassle of traditional bimini

  Custom Covers, Salt Lake City, Utah

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  Custom cover provides sufficient shade

  Custom Covers, Salt Lake City, Utah

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  Welded frame top protects cockpit from the elements

  Dockside Canvas & Upholstery, Two Rivers, Wis.

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  Photomodeling used to achieve perfect fit for top

  Custom Marine Canvas, Noank, Conn.

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  Mooring cover made in sections for easy storage and installation

  Sharp’s Custom Canvas, Georgetown, S.C.

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  Two-piece cover makes installation and removal easier

  Canvas Designers Inc., Riviera Beach, Fla.

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  Project features added "room"

  Custom Canvas of Charleston Inc., North Charleston, S.C.

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  Exterior project designed with sail plans for dimensions

  Sharp’s Custom Canvas, Georgetown, S.C.

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  Bimini and rear tops create functional and stylish covering

  Afton Marina & Yacht Club, Afton, Minn.

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  Tower cover travels well and handles high speeds

  Custom Covers, Salt Lake City, Utah

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  Awning provides shade and rain protection for main deck

  Custom Marine Canvas, Noank, Conn.

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  Retractable bimini accommodates radar mast

  Beyond Canvas Inc., Point Roberts, Wash.

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  Custom retractable roof provides full protection

  Canvas Designers Inc., Riviera Beach, Fla.

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  Strategies for choosing marine fabrics wisely

  When it comes to fabric, the marine environment is unique.

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  Human resources dos and don'ts (Part 3 of 3)

  Policy administration, anti-harassment and best practices.

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  Fabricating with CAD technology

  Letting technology work for you can lead to increased efficiency and increased profits.

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• Stock photo company provides images of boats

  Where to find stock images for use on banners and other promotional materials.

• Flammability requirements for boat mattresses

  Know the flammability requirements for boat mattresses.

• Suppliers offer lightweight ripstop fabric

  Where to find possible suppliers of ripstop fabric.

• Bernhardt supplies designer upholstery materials

  Bernhardt Design is a supplier of designer upholstery materials.

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