March 2010 Issue

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  Biggest boat wrap in the world

  Cummins MerCruiser Diesel and large format printer Image Monster have collaborated to create the world’s biggest boat wrap, a compelling vision of blue marlin and mahi-mahi.

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  Camper resembles Sydney Opera House

  Award-winning designer Axel Enthoven’s new mobile holiday home looks like a pop-up camper when compressed and the Sydney Opera House when deployed.

• Changes to SBA Dealer Floorplan Initiative

  Changes to the Small Business Association (SBA) Dealer Floorplan Initiative increase small business access to credit and jobs.

• NMMA buys New England Boat Show

  The National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) purchased the New England Boat Show as part of a strategic repositioning of its boat show portfolio.

• New language in the NADA Marine Guide

  New language has been added to the National Automobile Dealers Association (NADA) Marine Guide.

• Job-creating strategies for marine industry

  A new report finds that economic prosperity increases with manufacturing.

• In remembrance: Arthur Alden Osborne

  Arthur Alden “Artie” Osborne, 77, died Jan. 23 in his home surrounded by family.

• Miami Corp. increasing industry presence

  The Miami Corp. is increasing its presence by participating in various trade shows that support the awning and marine fabrication markets this year.

• Apex and WeatherMax form partnership

  Compact pontoon manufacturer Apex Marine has partnered with WeatherMax 80 from Safety Components for its standard bimini tops, optional enclosures and mooring covers.

• TMI acquires KoroKlear

  The TMI Group acquired the assets of PVC manufacturer KoroKlear.

• Unifi expands to Central America

  Polyester producer Unifi, headquartered in Greensboro, N.C., has expanded its operations to Central America.

• Nauticomp appoints new representative

  Marine displays manufacturer Nauticomp appointed Wickes Marine to represent the company’s products on the U.S. east coast from Maine through the Carolinas.

• Inflatable manufacturer files for bankruptcy

  Intercoastal Inc., parent company to APEX Inflatable Boats, filed for Chapter 7 bankruptcy.

• Adchem and Rivets Unlimited unite

  Adhesives manufacturer Adchem and grommet manufacturer Rivets Unlimited have joined forces to become one company.

• New Rowley catalog

  The 2010 Rowley Co. catalog includes more than 400 new items for designing, fabricating and installing home décor items.

• MAS chooses U.S. sales representation

  Epoxy supplier MAS Products appointed Composite Systems Integrators (CSI) to represent the company’s product line.

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  Waterproof, breathable solution-dyed acrylic

  Nautex Yachtmaster Premium from Sattler North America Corp. is solution-dyed acrylic that is both waterproof and breathable.

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  Water-repellent faux leather

  The Ultraleather Outdoor collection available from Bainbridge combines a soft hand with water-repellent technology for outdoor living applications.

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  Durable thread for outdoors

  Helios P from Coats is 100-percent PTFE sewing thread. The thread is resistant to chlorine, harsh cleaning solutions, UV radiation, rot and cold.

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  Gelcoat sealer

  Gelcoat Sealer from TCNano Technologies uses chemical nanotechnology to clean, seal and protect gelcoat above the waterline.

• Grommeting gun

  The Eagle Mobile grommeting gun from Adfast Corp. punches holes and sets grommets in one operation.

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  Vacuum infused adhesive

  Westech Aerosol’s Infuzene uses a vacuum infusion process to create lightweight, durable fiberglass components.

• Laser cutting systems

  High-speed laser systems from Preco Inc. provide options for cutting and marking products using composites, plastic, wood and industrial fabrics.

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  Recycled marine apparel

  Teijin Fibers Ltd. now employs its closed-loop polyester fiber recycling system, Eco Circle, to convert worn marine clothing to new marine apparel.

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  Job tracking software

  CheckMate Manufacturers' Suite from Dynamic Systems Inc. tracks and costs jobs, maintains inventory accounts and gathers payroll information.

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  Software for small shops

  CheckMate JobData from Dynamic Systems Inc. is targeted for small- to mid-sized fabricators or manufacturers who need flexible, low-cost ways to track labor and materials against their jobs.

• Outdoor misting system

  Extend outdoor enjoyment by using the MIST-ER-COMFORT outdoor misting systems.

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  Trusted tips for creating custom covers

  How to cover your assets with top-notch boat covers.

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  Biggest boat wrap in the world

  Cummins MerCruiser Diesel and large format printer Image Monster have collaborated to create the world’s biggest boat wrap, a compelling vision of blue marlin and mahi-mahi.

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  Fabricating a bimini top visor

  In our shop, we fabricate bimini top visors to a finished width of 2 1/2 inches.

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  Making an upholstery pattern

  You got the upholstery job on the customer’s boat, and the new material is in the shop. All you have to do now is make the patterns.

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  Cut your own Velcro strips

  Customize widths, eliminate clutter and save money by cutting Velctro strips.

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  Dodger and bimini designed for height restrictions

  The title of this project is Misty Isle, a dodger and step bimini for a C&C 35.

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  One-piece dodger offers maximum view

  This project, which won a 2010 MFA Award of Excellence in the dodger category, is a large, one-piece dodger with maximum view.

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  Removable windows offer full zip-in screens

  A traditional dodger design, which won a 2010 MFA Outstanding Achievement Award in the dodger category, utilized the Rainier Diamond Series windows for the three front windows.

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  Three-year-old boat finally gets it dodger

  This project, which won a 2010 MFA Outstanding Achievement Award in the dodger category, helped a three-year-old boat get that all-important dodger that it never had.

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  Helm enclosure project brings new forward and aft biminis

  The aim of this project, which won a 2010 MFA Award of Excellence in the rigid enclosures category, was to complete an EZ2CY helm enclosure with new forward and aft biminis.

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  Full hybrid flybridge enclosure with zipper release

  This project, which won a 2010 MFA Outstanding Achievement Award in the rigid enclosures category, was a full hybrid flybridge enclosure with track-to-track with a zipper release.

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  Rigid/soft enclosure provides great views and breezes

  This rigid/soft enclosure for aft deck, which won a 2010 MFA Outstanding Achievement Award in the rigid enclosures category, provides exceptional views and breezes.

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  Modern materials give sleek look to soft enclosure

  This complete soft enclosure won a 2010 MFA Award of Excellence in the soft enclosures category.

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  Enclosure complements lines of boat

  For this project, which won a 2010 MFA Outstanding Achievement Award in the soft enclosures category, we wanted to fabricate an enclosure that would complement, not complicate, the lines of the boat.

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  Seamless, classic flybridge enclosure

  This project, which won a 2010 MFA Outstanding Achievement Award in the soft enclosures category, involved the creation of a framework and enclosure.

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  Durable, weatherproof enclosure with clean, finished look

  Made with Sunbrella Spruce, 40g window vinyl and Lexan windsheild for a catamaran, the client needed a new enclosure durable and weatherproof enough to cruise the North Channel of Georgian Bay and Lake Huron.

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  New dodger, bimini and connector for discerning customer

  This project, which won a 2010 MFA Outstanding Achievement Award in the full exterior canvas sailboat (27 feet and up) category, involved a new dodger, bimini and connector for a very discerning customer’s boat.

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  Bimini and dodger protect boater from the elements

  This project, which won a 2010 MFA Outstanding Achievement Award in the full exterior canvas sailboat (27 feet and up) category, included two new sets of frames, a dodger and a bimini with a viewing mask.

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  Radar arch top mixes polycarbonate and clear vinyl

  This project, which won a 2010 MFA Award of Excellence in the full exterior canvas powerboat (27 feet and up) category, involved a radar arch top with seven-panel enclosure.

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  Walk-through side panels enable easy access

  This project, which won a 2010 MFA Outstanding Achievement Award in the full exterior canvas powerboat (27 feet and up) category, called for the fabrication of a five-panel enclosure on a center console T-top boat.

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  Full exterior enclosure comes complete with strung top

  This project, which won a 2010 MFA Outstanding Achievement Award in the full exterior canvas powerboat (27 feet and up) category, is a full exterior enclosure that is both soft and rigid and that is complete with a strung top.

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  Clean, clear replacement for old, loose canvas

  The purpose of this project was to replace the client’s old, loose canvas with something cleaner, tighter and clearer.

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  Tight top features blue-on-black pin striping

  This Mako was a pleasure to work on. Our stainless supplier did a great job bending and welding this frame.

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  Canvas with attached top features rounded glass edges

  This project, which won a 2010 MFA Outstanding Achievement Award in the full exterior canvas powerboat (under 27 feet) category, called for a complete exterior canvas, including an attached top.

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  Bimini converted to dodger/step bimini configuration

  This project was a conversion from an existing Florida-style bimini to a dodger/step bimini configuration.

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  Project features two awnings and six side curtains

  This project, which won a 2010 MFA Outstanding Achievement Award in the tops 27 feet and up category, involved the design, build and install of two 40-foot by 20-foot awnings.

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  Top features quick deployment and stowage

  The customer wanted a top that would provide full clearance below the tower and would deploy and stow quickly.

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  Aft cockpit sunshade features mesh shade panels

  This project, which won a 2010 MFA Outstanding Achievement Award in the tops under 27 feet category, called for an aft cockpit sunshade top with mesh shade panels.

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  Canopy top design mounts directly to tower

  Our project provides a unique top design that mounts directly to the tower while providing adequate shade.

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  Winter cover design allows for quick installation

  Our Exact Fit winter cover design, which won a 2010 MFA Award of Excellence in the full covers 27 feet and up category, allows for quick installation.

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  Custom-fit cover built for mast-up storage

  The Pacific Seacraft 37 custom fit winter cover built for mast-up storage won a 2010 MFA Outstanding Achievement Award in the full covers 27 feet and up category.

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  Tight-fit cover offers wind resistance and easy installation

  The cover needed to fit tight for wind resistance and trailering, yet install easily onto the boat while it is on the lift and on the trailer.

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  Custom mooring cover solves leakage problem

  This project, which won a 2010 MFA Award of Excellence in the full covers under 27 feet category, called for a custom mooring cover.

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  Cover serves as protection during transport and storage

  A quality cinch cover made from Series 70 Gold, waterproof zippers, and straps won a 2010 MFA Outstanding Achievement Award in the full covers under 27 feet category.

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  Cockpit and bow rider cover shines in yellow and black

  This project, which won a 2010 MFA Outstanding Achievement Award in the cockpit cover category, involved installing a cockpit and bow rider cover for a speed boat.

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• Tax breaks for computer equipment

  The days of cumbersome, manual systems are long past, and today there are a number of affordable and full-featured software packages that allow business owners to track and manage every aspect of their operation’s finances.

• Getting results from marketing efforts

  Traditional tactics yield results, but so do the web and social media.

• Job-creating strategies for marine industry

  A new report finds that economic prosperity increases with manufacturing.

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  Cut your own Velcro strips

  Customize widths, eliminate clutter and save money by cutting Velctro strips.

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• Preventing mildew build-up

  Because boats exist in an environment that’s already moist, condensation between the mattress and the surface it rests on creates problems.

• Finding data on potential customers

  Boat owners are usually required to register with a state’s Department of Transportation.

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