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Motor Boat Types & Machines ?>

Motor Boat Types & Machines

There are a number of different motor boat types commonly seen and in use today. They are categorised primarily on how they move forward. Displacement craft, the vast majority of large ships and work boats, travel through rather than over the water. The hull type of this type of craft is slower than planning boats but they have the advantage of having better sea going properties such as stability which is vital for the job they are designed to do….

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Innovative and User-Friendly HB-Systems By Abus Cranes ?>

Innovative and User-Friendly HB-Systems By Abus Cranes

Abus Cranes is a leading group of Companies based in the United Kingdom, it’s known for manufacturing leading overhead cranes and hoist in the category. Overhead cranes are used in many concerns especially in the manufacturing sector, they come in handy where there is lifting and handling of heavy loads mostly in the workshops, factories, warehouses, go-downs, and many places where lifting and handling of heavy loads is a frequent activity. Over-head cranes are used together with hoists to support…

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Appropriately looking after the paint covering on a boat / large yacht ?>

Appropriately looking after the paint covering on a boat / large yacht

Its essential to realize the differences between the various boat coverings so that you can choose the ideal pot for your boat cleaning application. The types of products you can buy can sometimes resemble liquid waxes in application, but they are simple to apply and self polishing (wipe on – wipe off haze) and do not need buffing to get a brilliant shine. Whilst others may be a thicker liquid which requires you to allow it to ‘set’ before wiping…

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Applying Hull Paint to a Flying Fifteen – Boat Maintenance ?>

Applying Hull Paint to a Flying Fifteen – Boat Maintenance

For many sailors up and down the country, boat maintenance is  a yearly occurrence that can see costs rocket up to ensure that a sailing boat is in top form for summer racing. A Flying Fifteen, was originally designed by Uffa Fox in 1947. It is mostly known for its 6m (20ft) mast and it has maintained its reputation as an exciting and competitive two-man racing craft. In general it provides access to sailing at reasonable prices for men and…

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Boating Repairs, Diagnostics, and Maintenance ?>

Boating Repairs, Diagnostics, and Maintenance

Keeping your boat in good working order is essential. Not only is this because you’ve got a very expensive vehicle you’re trying to maintain, but also due to the fact that any failure is likely to be a massive one; leaving you stranded in the middle of the ocean, potentially in a sinking ship. To maintain your boats good condition, you need to periodically remove the boat from the ocean and repaint, re-waterproof, and fix any rot on the hull…

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