Earth Friendly Products for Your Boat
There are many diverse ways to practice "green boating"

Posted Wednesday, April 21, 2010

 
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Interlux® Pacifica Plus
Pacifica Plus is the first bottom paint in the yacht market with Econea™. A copper-free antifouling, Pacifica Plus is an ablative paint formulated to meet the most stringent VOC regulations. It wears away over time, which reduces paint build-up and minimizes surface preparation when it is time to recoat. With its fast dry properties, boats can be painted and launched the same day. Ideal for use on all underwater metal surfaces (including aluminum), fiberglass and wood. The high solids, low emissions formula of Pacifica Plus has proven effective for power and sail boats.

More info: www.yachtpaint.com/usa or call 1+908.964.2203.

Centek FuelKleen™ Splash Absorbing Fueling Collar FuelKleen™ from Centek Industries catches drips and splashes from boat fuel filling nozzles. A patented medium instantly catches and binds to oil, gasoline and diesel fuel before they spill into the water and cause pollution - and increase the likelihood of fines or other penalties. Slips easily over any fuel pump nozzle, can be reused until it is fully saturated.

More info: www.centekindustries.com or call 1+229.228.7653.

STIDD Systems Fusion Eco-Friendly Helm Seat Fabric
Soft but durable, water-repellent, antimicrobial and stain-resistant Fusion contains no plasticizers, heavy metals or stabilizers and is free of VOCs, POPs, HFRs and formaldehyde. Most spills clean up easily with mild soap and water – no harsh cleaners or chemicals are needed. The fabric manufacturing process captures 99% of the solvents used in production.

More info: www.stidd.com or call 1+631.477.2400, ext. 120.

Hickory Springs Marine Group Preserve® Memory Foam
At the 2010 Miami International Boat Show, Hickory Springs Marine Group, manufacturer of SeaComfort™ custom marine mattresses, mattress toppers and other onboard seating products, introduced the industry and boat owners to Preserve®, a polyurethane foam made with bio-based polyols produced from soybeans. Preserve utilizes a plentiful, renewable resource to provide lasting comfort and durability comparable to petrochemical-based foam – at the same cost.

More info: call 1+828.328.2213, ext. 4518.

Caframo Energy-Efficient Marine Fans
Rugged, quiet and efficient, Caframo 12 and 24-volt fans are designed, built and tested for marine use. Many models feature a patented "Finger-Safe Blade" which does not require a protective grill and has a shock-absorbing leading edge that flexes when it is stopped. These blades also push more air quietly about the cabin. For example, the Caframo Bora 3-Speed Fan provides airflow at a true, over 225 heat-beating CFM (Cubic Feet per Minute) - with just a .25A draw at the highest speed setting.

More info: www.caframo.com/marine or call 1+519.534.1080.

TRAC Ecological Port-O-Flush Jr.™ Flushing System Designed especially for do-it-yourself, routine flushing of onboard water-cooled equipment, easy-to-use Port-O-Flush Jr. comes complete with a 120-volt pump (draws one amp) hoses and adapters in a five-gallon (US) bucket. Used with TRAC’s Barnacle Buster™, Port-O-Flush Jr. quickly and safely cleans onboard small-to-medium size diesel engines, refrigerators and air conditioners. Barnacle Buster is a non-toxic and biodegradable chemical that efficiently & economically dissolves scale, barnacles, zebra mussels, calcium, rust, lime and other mineral deposits.

Port-O-Flush Jr. can also be used with other TRAC eco-friendly products such as Descaler™, which will safely de-scale black water, marine toilet and other freshwater plumbing systems.

More info: www.trac-online.com or call 1+954.987.2722.