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Marlen Textiles products meet UPF 50+ rating
September 24th, 2014
Taking note of the public’s increasing awareness to the dangerous, potentially skin-cancer causing effects of the sun, Marlen Textiles has had its entire line of products reviewed for UPF protection under the American Association of Textile Chemists and Colorists’ AATCC 183 testing protocol. After testing, all products were certified as having an Ultraviolet Protection Factor […]
MFA regional workshops announced
September 23rd, 2014
The Marine Fabricators Association offer dynamic learning experiences designed exclusively for marine fabricators. These regional workshops offer a variety of practical solutions that allow fabricators to focus on what’s most important to their business-exceeding expectations and generating revenue. Among the benefits of attending are: Learning new techniques and tricks of the trade from industry experts […]
Life-jacket contest offers winner $10,000
September 18th, 2014
The BoatUS Foundation, along with the Personal Floatation Device Manufacturers Association and the National Marine Manufacturers Association, have teamed up to seek out new technologies and design ideas with the Innovation in Life Jacket Design Competition. The competition opened in August. A $10,000 cash award awaits the winning design. Deadline to submit ideas is April […]
Canada, U.S. reach boating certification pact
September 12th, 2014
Boating advocates in both the United States and Canada have reached agreement on standards and certifications that will help reduce duplication of work and reduce burdens on boat manufacturers. Transport Canada, the national transportation agency, the American Boat and Yacht Council (ABYC) and the National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) have developed a Memoranda of Understanding […]
Herculite launches new website
September 11th, 2014
Emigsville, Pa.-based textile manufacturer Herculite Products Inc., has launched a new website: herculite.com. The company says the new site will feature blog articles and download opportunities for informational product documents and white papers. Herculite makes PVC-based textile composites for the awning, marine, digital media, tent, performance fabrics and healthcare markets.
RBFF Releases Special Report on Fishing
September 9th, 2014
More than 4 million new anglers took the bait in 2013, adding almost 1 million to the ranks, according to the Recreational Boating and Fishing Foundation (RBFF) and the Outdoor Foundation’s “2014 Special Report on Fishing.” According to the report, there were 4.1 million newcomers to fishing in 2013, an increase from the 3.5 million […]
NMMA merging Chicago shows
September 5th, 2014
The National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) has announced it is combining the Chicago Boat, Sports & RV Show with Strictly Sail Chicago. The event will be known as the Progressive Insurance Chicago Boat, RV & Strictly Sail Show and is scheduled for Jan. 14-18, 2015. The association says the combination of the shows is a […]
Discover Boating enlists bloggers
September 2nd, 2014
According to BlogHer, which tracks women’s use of social media, some 37 million women read blogs primarily to help them make decisions for their families. For the second summer in a row, Discover Boating tapped into the influential audience by selecting 39 moms, three dads and four millennials to share their boating experiences and interaction with […]
North Beach Marine Canvas Inc.
September 2nd, 2014
North Beach Marine Canvas Inc. North Beach Marine Canvas Inc. How did you get started? In my dining room in North Beach. What is your product focus? I started out working in canvas and boat upholstery, and now I focus on fine yacht upholstery and other inspired works. What unique design elements go into your […]
The tax planning tool for successful businesses
September 2nd, 2014
The tax planning tool for successful businesses The tax planning tool for successful businesses By William H. Black Jr. Running a successful business is fantastic. However, with success come other issues like how to manage taxes, one’s income, etc. Many are aware of “qualified plans” or such programs as 401(k)s and Defined Benefit plans, which […]