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Stephen Eberle achieves MFC LifeTime Certification through IFAI
March 20th, 2018
Stephen Eberle, Canvasworks Inc., Kennebunk, Maine, achieved Certified for Life Master Fabrics Craftsman (MFC) in Marine in March 2018. This certification recognizes Eberle’s superior knowledge of business and organizational management in the specialty fabrics industry. Eberle has been an IFAI member for 24 years and served on the IFAI Marine Fabricator Association Advisory Board from […]
New zippers on the horizon
March 9th, 2018
The office for Paskal USA has been closed by the corporate office in Israel; however, Jeff Correia, its former operations manager, has opened a new company called Ziptec Innovations, LLC (www.ziptecinnovations.com). If you call the number for Paskal USA you get Ziptec. “Much has changed, but the original Paskal zippers that were part of the […]
New Powerboat Registrations Up 5 Percent in 2017
March 1st, 2018
The National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA) New Powerboat Registrations Report has been updated through December 2017, and preliminary data shows new powerboat registrations were up 5 percent in 2017, compared to 2016. Highlights from the report include: •Growth in registrations was led by the following segments: cruisers (up 10 percent), pontoons (up 7 percent), tow […]
Sattler hires sales manager
February 28th, 2018
Sattler Corporation announced the addition of Hans Schwieger as Northeast sales manager. Schwieger’s career in the performance textiles industry spans 20 years, having served as a sales manager in the outdoor market. He will manage key customer relationships in the northeastern U.S., with a focus on awning and marine dealers and fabricators. He will also […]
Rainier Industries Transitions CEO Role from Scott Campbell to David Traub
February 22nd, 2018
Scott Campbell, president and CEO of Rainier Industries, has announced his retirement, and David Traub assumes the role of the company’s CEO. Campbell has been president since purchasing the company now known as Rainier Industries in 1984, and the company averaged 15 percent annual growth under his leadership. During those 34 years, Rainier has grown […]
MFA Roundtable discussions generate heat
February 16th, 2018
The marine industry “speed dating” roundtables at the 2018 MFA conference in Savannah, Ga., gave participants a chance to discuss burning issues and exchange best practices on a wide variety of topics including fabric choices, sales techniques, staff training and retention, the pros and cons of product line diversification, upholstery, CAD and plotter cutters, insurance, […]
2018 MFA Award of Distinction winners
February 15th, 2018
During the awards dinner at the 2018 Marine Fabricators Conference, David Elliott, David’s Custom Trimmers, Wakerly, Australia, was presented with the upholstery Award of Distinction for his project “The Day Lounge.” Shane Beashel, SB Marine Trimming, Newport, Australia, received the exterior canvas Award of Distinction for his project “Jeanneau 51.” The Award of Distinction is […]
IFAI Video Technical Library now open
February 8th, 2018
The new IFAI Video Technical Library offers a rich collection of manufacturing knowledge to help fabricators solve problems, train employees and educate themselves about new equipment. “This new technical library provides DIY learning anytime and at any location,” says Magda Ronningen, national program manager for IFAI’s Makers Division, who partnered with Christine Gerard, supervisor of […]
Aussies share expertise at 2018 MFA conference
February 7th, 2018
The 2018 MFA conference in Savannah, Ga., Jan. 25-27 included Australian guests who presented educational sessions on a variety of upholstery and patterning techniques. Presenters David Elliott, David’s Custom Trimmers Pty Ltd.; Neil Hancock, Aussie Boat Covers; and Shane Beashel, SB Marine Trimming, encouraged participants to create unique products and to also add value and […]
Call for product submissions for Marine Fabricator Premiere Product Showcase 2018
February 6th, 2018
Marine Fabricator magazine will present a Premier Product Showcase in the May/June issue. This is a great opportunity to give readers a look at quality fabrics, film, foam, hardware, findings, equipment and tools that can help potential customers do their jobs better. We’ll share the information, in print and online, with thousands of readers interested […]