NEW PRODUCTS New dry dock invention from Tugdock
Tugdock is a new invention that promises to save cost and time by taking the dry dock to the vessel rather than vice versa.
Tugdock is a patented modular floating dry dock capable of lifting any vessel or floating structure from 50 to 2,000 tonnes clear of the water at a fraction of the cost of standard dry docks. The Tugdock is road transportable in standard shipping containers, so is taken to the vessel.
The Tugdock uses individually controlled buoyancy bags contained within an open steel space frame structure. All the components arrive on site and are quickly assembled in dimensions to suit the size and shape of the vessel to be lifted.
Tugdock is designed and built to Lloyds, Det Norst Veritas and BS6349 standard.
Single coat protection for topsides
BoatSheen’s has added to its range with the launch of a Marine GlassCoat ceramic paint and bodywork coating system. The system has been developed to produce a hard ‘glass-like’ finish to help protect topsides, exposed paintwork and hulls above the waterline from fading, scuffs, scratching and weathering.
“Marine GlassCoat was created and formulated as a high quality professional grade product,” said BoatSheen MD Mark Wibberley. “A single coating is all that is required and once cured the boat will enjoy a high gloss smooth finish that is resistant to fading, oxidisation, corrosion, scratching, solvents, UV and extreme temperatures and water.”
The product uses silicon dioxide ceramic coating technology and will adhere to painted and GRP surfaces creating an ultra-hard 9H rated three- micron thick barrier.
It is suitable for use on painted surfaces, chrome, alloy and stainless steel, while also safe to use on all glass, vinyl, stickers, plastics and exterior lights. It is said the system has a typical lifespan of five years.
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