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RIB Report Willard Marine, MetalCraft Inc. Launch Hybrid Aluminum/FRP RIB Willard Marine Inc., and MetalCraft Marine Inc., have launched and tested the first Aluminum/FRP hybrid RIB. The new development is also the first identical standard U.S. Navy 730 hull ever built in aluminum. Coupled to the heavy duty MetalCraft built aluminum hull is a standard one-piece, molded FRP deck assembly by Willard Marine. The MIL spec'd FRP deck provides a durable and low maintenance interior finish and the molded shapes only avail- able with FRP production. Other advan- tages found with the FRP deck are lower costs of production and noticeable Qlobal Versatility 40K Vulcan Strippern Rotary Gun Everything for professional UHP surface .preparation: electric and diesel high pressure pumps, surface prep control guns, fittings, hoses and nozzles. Plunger Pumps and Water Jetting Units with pressures ranging from 5-40Kpsi, 60-2,000 hp, and flow rates to 700 gpm. 1-800-231-3628 281-448-5800 FAX: 281-448-7500 www.waterjetting.com E-mail: mktg.wjs@gardnerdenver.com 12300 North Houston-Rosslyn Road Houston, Texas 77086 Circle 235 on Reader Service Card www. maritimereporterinfo. com GIBBS & cox m TEL: 212-366-3900 50 W 23 St. NY, NY 10010 FAX: 212-366-7999 - • Engineering and Design Support To Shipbuilders Around the World Since 1929 Arlington, VA Hampton, VA Philadelphia, PA Brunswick, ME Visit our web site § www.gibbscox.com QuPERIOR-p|lDGERWOOD-Q^JNDY DESIGNERS AND BUILDERS SINCE 1869 NEW • "High Efficiency MiUennium-2000 Capstans' Starting Loads: Running Loads: From 1,800 lbs. to 24,100 lbs. From 900 lbs. to 12,050 lbs. Speeds: From 12 FPM to 100 FPM Heads: 6"- 9"- 12" and 15" Horsepower: 1/2, 3/4, 1, V, 2, 3, 5, 7™ 10, 15, 20, 25 and 30 Call us for information.. TOLL FREE: 1 (888) 511-7922 BlueHer^T PHONE: (715) 394-4444 Model No. D075-9 FAX: (715) 394-6199 „„-b»ard sset _, " \ 175-9 .LlA. High Quality... Competitive Prices... Short l.ead Times...j ffammems IMatc h Existing ...Foundations ...High Efficiency SI M Corp. • 1101 John Ave. • PO Box 39 • Superior. WI 548X0 MILLENNIUM-2000 CAPSTANS wvtw.lidgerwood.com Circle 284 on Reader Service Card www. maritimereporterinfo. com Circle 206 on Reader Service Card www. maritimereporterinfo. com FILTERS & TANKS Optimal Fuel Quality MORE POWER-LESS SMOKE Zero Maintenance Lifetime Warranty G^jfifiAtlL 1-877-425-4239 Before Cleaning Tanks or Replacing your Fuel Dealer Inquiries: 1-877-425-4239 Fax: 941-463-7855 www.Algae-X@Algae-X.net e-mail: algae-x@att.net Circle 267 on Reader Service Card www. maritimereporterinfo. com sound deadening qualities. The tubeset surrounding the boat is 40 oz. of Polyurethane fabric by Wing Inflatables, which offers greater abrasion resistance than Hypalon or PVC. Wing also pro- duces a foam version of the collar. The boat is powered by a 300 hp Yan- mar diesel engine and Mercruiser Bravo One drive. The boat achieved in excess of 55 MPH in a 1-2 ft. chop condition during initial trials with two crew and full fuel. The weight saving of the hybrid was considerable and Willard engineers are sure it can be lowered even further as certain structural ele- ments of the deck assembly are now a function of the aluminum hull. A unique byproduct of the lighter weight is that the boat is not subject to a rollout in high-speed turns as the collar is high- er from the water than its heavier FRP cousin. This is a common problem for RIBs as the air collar bounces off the water surface. According to Willard's Product Man- ager, Bill Clark, the new concept of combining aluminum hulls with fiber- glass decks, "Is the best of both worlds." It provides the most versatile platform for a wide range of customers, from towing applications to law enforcement and military operations. Willard Marine offers the hybrid boat to its government customers via its GSA contract. Circle 139 on Reader Service Card www. maritimereporterinfo. com (Continued from page 50) launched from a mothership while underway in critical seas. The SEA FORCE RIBs have a high level of sta- bility in adverse operating conditions. The SEA FORCE line has been designed for the needs of Commercial, Military, Coast Guard, Rescue, Law Enforcement, Fishery Protection and Large Yacht Tenders, and are available in sizes from 18 ft. models and larger. Willard Marine, Inc. has manufactured and delivered large numbers of RIBs to the U. S. Navy for shipboard, shore- based and special operations support. For additional information on the companies mentioned in this report, circle the number on the Reader Ser- vice Card in this edition or visit www. maritimereporterinfo. com. AB Inflatables Dominator MetalCraft Marine Inc. Northwind Marine Otech Revenger Willard Marine 25 133 134 135 136 137 138
