Team Success at The Docks Expo in Nashville
The FAB Dock team was thrilled to be representing the brand in the United States at The Docks Expo in Nashville in early December last year. The American trade show was a huge success for FAB Dock, with our founder and CEO Dean Howard showcasing our dry docks for sale, while mixing with top-tier marina […]
Still using antifoul? For the love of the ocean, please stop.
Humans are waking up to the consequences of plastics in our oceans. But what about the consequences of antifouling or bottom paint? Just because we can’t see it doesn’t mean it’s not hurting our marine creatures – and us. https://youtu.be/4wH878t78bw You might have seen this viral video of a turtle getting a straw pulled out […]
Electrolytic Corrosion. Or, how come my prop dissolved?
Uh oh. You know you’re in trouble when one (or more…) of these things happens: If you have an aluminium or steel boat: Blisters start appearing under your paint Pits form on the underwater areas of your boat Blisters pop up in lines along sharp edges such as chines and keels Corrosion appears, or white […]
Annapolis Boat Show 2019 – FAB Dock proves why an Inflatable dry dock will be the best investment you ever make!
We all know that FAB Docks will keep your boat clean and dry and eliminate the need to apply toxic, poisonous antifoul, but a FAB Dock will also protect your boat in other important ways. All of our customers have found how easy a FAB Dock makes berthing their boat because of the 300mm (12 […]
Why an inflatable dock makes sense for your boat
Anyone who’s owned a boat will know just how hard they can be to maintain. Not only are you faced with the constant battle of keeping the hull clean and barnacle-free, but the wear and tear that comes with berthing your beloved vessel means expensive repairs are a constant risk. Fortunately, you’ll find a time […]
Why an inflatable dock makes sense for your boat
Anyone who’s owned a boat will know just how hard and costly they can be to maintain. Not only are you faced with the constant battle of keeping the hull clean and barnacle-free, but the wear and tear that comes with berthing your beloved vessel means expensive repairs are a constant risk. Fortunately, you’ll find […]
Is Antifoul that bad for the environment?
The scourge of seafarers everywhere, barnacles can seriously affect the performance, resale value and appearance of your marine vessel. Faced with this prospect, boatowners have consistently turned to antifouling solutions as a method for keeping pesky sea growth at bay but this, too, comes with its own host of issues. So is this common coating really that bad and, if so, what are the antifoul alternatives available to those heading out on the high seas?
Why dry dock your boat?
Any boat owner who’s experienced the misfortune of scraping pesky barnacles off their hull will attest that storing your vessel in open water is never a good idea. While your watercraft may be designed to handle the worst of the ocean, deterioration and aquatic build-up comes quickly when your vessel doesn’t have a break from […]
FAB 5 Reasons Your Boat Will Love a FAB Dock
For those immersed in maritime culture, the dilemma of docking your pride and joy will be all too familiar. While some common cumbersome methods demanded repetitive and costly maintenance, an inflatable alternative, FAB Dock, is making waves among seafarers in the know.
What are the principles of a floating dry dock?
Formerly the domain of much larger vessels, recent advancements in affordability, portability, and ease of use has seen dry docking become the go-to method for keeping your personal marine craft in ship-shape year-round.