METALgrommets.com introduces a low-cost portable pneumatic grommet attaching machine that features a built-in finger guard, carrying handle and slug collection drawer. The ClipsShop CS-TIDY-41 Pneumatic Grommet Machine attaches metal grommets to banners, tarpaulins and related products. It features a finger safety guard and a manual triggering mechanism, weighs only 15 pounds, and can be configured [...]

Multiple door panels require extra attention to measuring and hardware placement for a smooth appearance and proper operation. By Terri Madden Most likely, you will be reading this article as warmer weather streams across your state and your customers delight in contacting your marine-fabrication business with new challenges. If you have never had [...]

Where to find money in a tight economy By William J. Lynott Credit is the oil that lubricates the machinery of business. Whether it’s a loan to buy inventory or supplies, to support expansion, an equipment purchase, or just the need for a short-term loan to meet payroll or other operating expenses, most marine fabricators [...]

Velox Plus is a two-part antifouling paint system, formulated for use on propellers and other metal parts that sit below the waterline. www.antifoulingpaint.net

The SeaGuard app provides coating recommendations for VLCC/VLBCs, chemical tankers and OSV/PSVs. It’s designed to help port engineers and fleet managers access accurate and up-to-date coatings information. www.sherwin-williams.com/protective

Custom Canvas by Yvonne Contact: Yvonne M. Peters Location: Fort Myers, Fla. Year Established: 1996 Number of employees: 1 (self) Shop size: 1,000 sq. ft.   How did your shop get started? Owning a boat with my husband, Michael, and daughters Jessica, Melissa and Denise, who were young girls at the time, I had to [...]