We perform mechanical engineering to the highest standards to produce unique pieces of equipment.
We fabricate parts for marine equipment that is no longer obtainable from manufacturers.
We specialize in materials superior to the originals such as replacing rubber bow rollers with bronze equivalents or fabricating replacements that are tailor made to fit your boat rather than the ‘off the shelf’ close enough options.
MECHANICAL ENGINEERING AND FABRICATION
This water intake pipe work, with a bronze gate valve (at top) was replaced with a stainless skin fitting and ball valve. For those mechanically minded... The sealing arrangement with gate valves relies on a wedge that seats at the bottom of the valve body.
The main cause of leakage is foreign matter trapped under the wedge preventing the wedge to seat properly. By using ball valves the sealing action is created by rotation rather than compression and therefore a ball valve with its ‘shearing’ action ensures no foreign matter can be trapped. Stainless steel ball valves provide a double sealing capability due to having a nylon seal on each side of the ball. Instant opening and closing is also provided. Why not replace all your hull penetrations with ball valves for peace of mind.
If you require a part that is no longer available or you want something fabricated for a unique application contact us for a quote here by completing the the online form.
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