The offseason is a good time to catch up with any marine fabrication projects unapproachable during the hectic boating season. But, as companies scramble to remain competitive, the current changing business climate may alter the way craftsmen find clients, no matter what the season. Fabricators from around the country talk about how they’re handling those [...]

Shurhold Microfiber Towels, WaterBlade and Serious Shine clean canvas, clear vinyl, Strataglass, plexiglass and other materials used in marine applications. Microfiber Towels come in packs of three for washing and cleaning, polishing and shining, and for wiping down glass and mirrors. The WaterBlade dries a surface in one pass, contours to fit rounded and curved [...]

The Advanced Performance Compression Cutting System from Dehnco combines compression cutting technology with precision linear motion for straight cuts with no threading or rough edges. A rotary blade enclosed in the cutter housing cuts in both directions. The machine retains the leading edge of the material for easy access, and multiple materials can be loaded [...]

On July 29, President Bush signed into law H.R. 5949/S.2766, the Clean Boating Act of 2008, protecting the more than 17 million recreational boats throughout the U.S. from unprecedented and unnecessary federal regulations. Congress passed the Clean Boating Act on July 22, 2008. The signing of the bill permanently and fully restores a longstanding, commonsense [...]

The Sunbrella High Point Collection III includes 117 new style patterns. The collection includes traditional weaves in basic colors, reversible patterns and companion trims. These breathable fabrics, available in 54-inch widths, are suitable for marine upholstery and interior, causal furniture applications, and resist damage from sunlight, mildew, rot, and atmospheric chemicals. SOURCE Tri Vantage

Berber carpet from Tri Vantage features a specially designed backing that doesn’t have to be glued down. The Aqua Trac backing is baked onto the carpet, preventing delamination, cracking and wrinkling, and allowing water to drain. The carpet mats are constructed of 100-percent, UV-stabilized polypropylene/olefin fibers. The berber carpeting is available in two patterns of [...]

Stamoid SK fabric from Ferrari Textiles, now distributed by Tri Vantage, weighs 20 to 30 percent less than traditional Stamoid. Manufactured with silicone, Stamoid SK is resistant to mold, mildew, UV rays and extreme temperatures. It has a matte finish and a soft feel, but is tough enough to withstand the elements. The flexible fabric [...]

Bent Kevlar Shears from Clauss are specially designed for cutting Kevlar materials, as well as plastic, canvas and upholstery. The shears feature micro-serrated blades made from high carbon alloy steel with molybdenum and vanadium, and a lifetime warranty. SOURCE Clauss

Fire-Foil poly cotton fabric from Mauritzon uses a Solarbloc Bionic finish that is water- and abrasion-resistant. The fabric is 79 inches wide and comes in 11 colors. A seven-year, full fabric replacement warranty is included. SOURCE Mauritzon

Repreve nylon from Unifi Inc. offsets the need to produce virgin nylon by using all recycled materials for its product, conserving the equivalent of 6 million gallons of gasoline. Unifi partnered with Burlington Worldwide, a division of International Textile Group (ITG) Inc., and United Knitting to develop eco-friendly woven and knit fabrics using Repreve nylon [...]