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deep-V fiberglass hull, and can be adapted for a variety of applica- tions. The vessel's collaring system cushions the shock associated with making contact with other boats or structures — its design emphasizes a solid ride. Several options are available on the Impact, including a door cut-out for easier access for swimmers and scuba divers. The vessel has been used by divers, military operators, law-enforcement agencies, as well as for a number of other recreational and commercial applications. The U.S. Geological Service cutomized its Impact with a radial arm davit used in obtaining water samples. Another popular application of the Impact is as atenderfor megayachts. The 21-ft. RIB can be custom-de- signed to match the decor of any vessel. "AT&T bought four Impacts to assist in transatlantic cable in- stallation," saidDoug Nettles, sales and marketing manager. "Mean- while, on the other side of the globe, the Government of Kuwait selected the Impact for military applications." For more information on Boston Whaler Circle 74 on Reader Service Card JUnrar Offers Unique Tubing Design Almar (Aluminum Marine Con- struction Inc.) specializes in alumi- num hulled rigid inflatables from 16 to 35 ft. (4.8 to 10.6 m). The vessel hulls are welded from 5086 marine aluminum and feature a completely sealed hull filled with polyurethane foam. All models are water tested without tubes attached and can op- erate with the tubes deflated. The tubes are of welded construction utilizing Cooley 33 oz. and 40 oz. polyurethane, and feature five com- partments, over pressure and fill valves. Almar offers gas or diesel 1/ O or outboard power. Models with a crew cabin are available. Almar's recent contracts include a 32-ft. by 10-ft. (9.7-m by 3.04-m) vessel with 320-hp Volvo diesel engine and Hamilton Jet for a tour operation in Saipan, and a 26-ft. by 10-ft. (7.9-m by 3.04-m) vessel with 350-hp Yanmar Diesel and Kodiak Jet, for a U.S. rescue operator in Rhode Island. For more information on Almar Circle 73 on Reader Service Card Safe-T-Craft Features Search & Rescue Application Safe-T-Craft Marine Incorpo- rated offers a hybrid of RIBs, and reportedly, the company's sales fig- ures indicate the growing popular- ity of its search and rescue models. Popular applications also include workboats and recreational user models such as the scuba craft. Safe- T-Craft's products aim to display the safety, stability and performance characteristics of RIBs, with the durability and low maintenance of welded aluminum hulls and tubes. The shallow-drafted craft sire avail- able in 14 to 36 ft. (4.2 to 10.9 m) models. A unique feature of Safe-T- Craft vessels is the "D" shape profile of the tubes, providing more open space in the internal beam of the Circle 338 on Reader Service Card MARINE PROFESSIONALS ASSOCIATED French spare parts & material service centre Supply of new and second hand equipment Reconditioned spare parts service class certificate on request * Main/auxilliary engines and * Turbo chargers * Generating sets * Purifiers * Pumps * Anchors and chains engines and deck * Life-boats/life-rafts/gangways equipment * Safety equipment • Navigation and deck equipment Technical Assistance 20 bis Bd. de LAUNAY, 44100 NANTES France Phone: (33) 40.73.61.76 Fax: (33) 40.69.68.73 Tlx: 710307 Circle 274 on Reader Service Card April, 1995 39 All welded aluminum hull with full height gunwales surrounded by a rugged laminated foam collar. Powered by Mercury, the leader in outboard engines. US Patent No. 5-28E-436 Trademark of Norseman Marine Products, Inc. American Eagle Mfg. 7BQ Pearle Jensen Way LaConner, WA 38257 C3GG] 466-5925 mmmmmlimmmtmim SCHOTTEL FOR PROGRESSIVE PROPULSION Circle 348 on Fleader Service Card 45 YEARS OF T* SERVICE IN THE SCHOTTEL MARINE INDUSTRY ^A • Azimuthing thrusters up to 6000 kW • Heavy-duty jet propulsion systems up to 3500 kW • Transverse thrusters • Complete power packages and controls OUR NEW ADDRESS: SCHOTTEL NORTH AMERICA INC. 1505 Cofbin Avenue, Hammond, LA 70403 Phone: (5 04) 5 42-71 74 - Fax: (5 04) 5 42-53 47 SCHOTTEL-Werft, D-56322 Spay/Rhein (Germany) Phone: +49 26 28/6 10 - Fax: +49 26 28/6 13 00 We offer worldwide sales and service THE BETTER ALTERNATIVE FOR ANY APPLICATION % The certification authorities of ABS, BV, DNV and GL have simultaneously confirmed that our quality management system complies with DIN ISO 9001.
