Coffs Harbour Marina Reopens After Storm Leaves Marina in Tatters
Thanks to an amazing team effort, Coffs Harbour International Marina expects to be back to full operating capacity this month. The marina suffered substantial damage when an east coast low passed over the region in June. Wild surf conditions caused waves to crash over the marina’s northern breakwall. The force of the waves broke apart […]
5 Fast Facts About Solar Powered Lighting
For small facilities where the logistic of bringing electricity to the dock isn’t feasible there is good news, your options for solar powered lights are improving. But don’t get your hopes up for running an entire marina’s lighting needs on solar lights, it is not in the cards quite yet. A marina’s lights serve two […]
How to Create a Successful Future for your Marina
Planning for the long-term growth and financial success of your marina means predicting the future. This includes anticipating and budgeting for future investments in your marina’s infrastructure. Have you given much thought about what it will cost to replace the docks in your marina 20 years from now? Although the idea may be mind-numbing, it’s […]
Make Sure your FRP Rods are Approved for Pontoon Use
Not all composite products are created equal, and not all FRP rods are suitable for use in the construction of pontoons. The FRP pontoon approved Thru-Rod from Pultron Composites is a highly specialized product. It was developed by Pultron in partnership with world marina builder Bellingham Marine exclusively for use in floating dock systems. Pultron’s […]
Marina Fires: Critical Factors for Minimizing Loss
[vc_row][vc_column][az_column_text] No marina is immune from the possibility of a fire. The risk of fire is just as real for a high-end megayacht marina as it is for a small, modest one. The key for marinas is to minimize their exposure to fire and the chance of it spreading through the facility by utilizing good […]
Case Study: Vancouver’s Newest Marina – Milltown Marina
Canada’s newest marina, Milltown Marina, sits on the outskirts of downtown Vancouver, B.C. in a well-protected basin on the North Arm of the Frasier River. Milltown Marina is a great example of a modern, urban marina that was designed and built to provide the best value for the owner and the facility’s users. The marina’s story […]
Why You Should Require Your Dock Builder to be Bonded
Embarking on a major renovation of your marina or starting the process of building a new facility is filled with a variety of risks. Maximizing your opportunities to limit those risks will help ensure the successful completion of your project. The Port of L.A. required its marina builder to carry a performance bond on their […]
Use of Treated Wood Products in the Construction of Floating Dock Systems
There are many hazards that threaten our natural resources and careful management of human activities is essential. However, sustainable management carries with it a responsibility to segregate real from perceived threats and to focus our energy on the real hazards. – Dr. Kenneth M Brooks Wood is an ideal marine construction material for floating dock […]
HDPE Pile Sleeves can Add to the Longevity of your Floating Dock Marina
The HDPE pile sleeve is a great option for marinas looking for products that are long lasting and maintenance free. The quest to find longer lasting, lower maintenance building materials is endless, especially in the marina industry where salty seas, ice, extended exposure to sun, and relentless wave action are strong contenders in the battle […]
Understanding the Decking Options for your Timber Dock
The main problem with traditional softwood lumber is that it wears out quickly. Specially milled softwoods can be designed to address this weakness. Although numerous alternatives have become available since the early twentieth century when timber docks dominated the market, they remain a preferred choice for some, especially along certain seaboards. For some the natural […]
