Epoxy is an ideal material for creating jewellery due to its versatility, durability, and ease of handling. Its ability to be poured into moulds or used as a coating on various surfaces, coupled with its vibrant colours and resistance to wear and tear, makes epoxy a perfect choice for crafting unique and long-lasting jewellery pieces. More
For many people, surfing represents more than a sport. It is a way of life and a way to connect with nature and the ocean. Fabio, a Handmade Surfboard Designer and Shaper, was born in Rome on May 1, 1962. He has turned this passion into a lifestyle that led him from the Italian coast ... Fabio Giacomini – Handmade Surfboard Designer More
Tell us a bit about your background and what motivated or inspired you to enter the boat industry? When I was 13 years old, I started building my very first wooden boat using Geoffrey Prout’s flatty design. It was an experience that ignited a deep passion for boats within me, later inspiring me to pursue ... From Passion to Career – The Haven 12.5 Project More
Circles Alternative Education is a non-profit community interest company. Its primary goal is to engage young people in learning through practical skills development. They focus on providing opportunities to those who are not in full-time education. Additionally, they specifically target individuals with special educational needs, particularly those who struggle with literacy skills. Unlike traditional schools ... Sailing Towards Learning: Circles Alternative Education’s Boat Project Empowers Youth with Community-Based Education More
In a move which will delight all WEST SYSTEM® epoxy users, 207 Coating Hardener has been reformulated into a Special Clear Hardener. In addition to offering the high strength and moisture resistance properties, the reformulation into 207 Special Clear Hardener offers an exceptionally clear finish. As with its previous iteration, structures made with WEST SYSTEM 105/207 ... USER FAVOURITE WEST SYSTEM 207 SPECIAL COATING REFORMULATED TO 207 SPECIAL CLEAR HARDENER More
We’re excited to share Storrar Marine’s latest article from their newsletter and give an insight into owner Rob’s trip’s away. Find out what Rob takes with him on his travels which always come in handy when out on the water. In my man cave at Tynemouth I do keep a selection of adhesives including some ... A Sailors Life Travelling With Rob Storrar More
For over 3 decades, JP Surfboards has been a trusted name in the surfboard-shaping industry. A family-run business owned by John, they bring a wealth of expertise in the industry. The industry has evolved over the years, with significant changes from the way boards are designed, to sourcing bio-based materials such as resin. JP Surfboards ... <strong>Adaptive surfboard shaper designing boards to inspire and empower </strong> More
PRO-SET® epoxy is sponsoring the upcoming International OK Dinghy 2023 World Championships, to be held at Lyme Regis Sailing Club 22-30 June 2023. The event – consisting of ten races – is expected to attract over 100 competitors from New Zealand, Australia, Germany, Demark, Holland, Sweden, France and Norway among other nations. PRO-SET is a ... PRO-SET EPOXY AND OVINGTON BOATS JOINT SPONSORS OF INTERNATIONAL OK DINGHY 2023 WORLD CHAMPIONSHIPS More
For the past 18 months, a wide variety of WEST SYSTEM® epoxy packaging has beenchanging for its European, African and Middle Eastern markets. Wessex Resins – which manufactures WEST SYSTEM, PRO-SET® and ENTROPY RESINS® under license from Gougeon Brothers Inc – has been reducing the amount of plastic packaging used. Wherever possible the company’s opting ... WEST SYSTEM Epoxy Starts With Clean Packaging & New Spanish Distributor More
February is the month of love and celebration, with Valentine’s Day. But that’s not all that’s happening, it’s time for the first UK marine show of 2023! The RYA Dinghy & Watersports show returns to Farnborough International on the 25-26th February 2023. February is a great time to start preparing for your boating adventures for ... Events & Exhibitions Coming Up In 2023! More
Whether you plan on bonding, laminating, filleting, fairing or applying fabrics, the success of the application depends not only on the strength of the epoxy, but also on how well the epoxy adheres to the surface to which it is being applied. Here are some key steps for surface preparation that can play a key ... Basic Techniques of Surface Preparation for Wooden Boatbuilding and Repair More