Maintaining your boat’s electrical system is one of the first steps to ensuring your safety at sea. Most problems arise from the electrical components, and it is vital to have yours checked regularly. A professional marine electrician can check wires,… Read More
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Why You Need Marine Safety Equipment
Safety is a crucial factor that impacts all elements of the maritime industry. Safer work conditions often increase efficiency and improve your bottom line. If you are chartering a boat or planning to operate any vessel by yourself, you must… Read More
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Choosing the Right Marine Battery Charger
Nothing can ruin a fun day on the water faster than a poorly charged or dead battery, whether it’s your starting boat battery, trolling motor battery, or house battery. Charging is essential, so you must choose the right marine battery… Read More
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Troubleshooting Common Marine Electrical Problems
Troubleshooting electrical problems in your boat can be frustrating, but it does not have to be if you keep up with proper electrical maintenance. Most issues with marine electrical systems arise from a lack of maintenance, poor initial installation, insufficient… Read More
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Electric Windlass: Why You Need One
Releasing your anchor and picking it back up again can be a real pain in the neck. And if you have tried to weigh anchor manually, you know precisely how difficult it can be. Luckily, there are electrical windlasses to… Read More
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The Importance of Preventative Boat Maintenance
Preventative maintenance is critical to keeping a boat of any size running at peak performance. This applies not only to the boat’s engine but also to it’s electrical systems, navigation, and other electrical systems. Since so many different components and… Read More
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The Importance of ABYC Certification
Manufacturing boats, ships, and other vessels require oversight of several technical areas that must come together to make a well-designed and safe craft. While federal laws guide basic safety protocols such as life jackets and fire extinguishers, most manufacturing requirements… Read More
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Corrosion: How to Protect Your Boat
Boaters and boating enthusiasts know just how important it is to take care of all aspects of your vessel. Those familiar with boating have probably dealt with saltwater corrosion at some point. While most marine components are sealed and shielded,… Read More
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Why You Need a High Output Alternator
A highly worthwhile electrical project you can perform on your boat to improve comfort and convenience is installing a high output alternator. A high output alternator is a charging solution with reliable longevity. It pairs perfectly with lithium-ion batteries and… Read More