Today our team is installing the closed cell foam in the Release 46 hull mold in preparation for infusion.
46 Hull Infusion Update
Today our team is continuing the installation of the “dry” materials in preparation for the infusion process. You can see the various biaxial and triaxial woven fiberglass cloth and composite cores that are to be installed. Additionally, only the best cloth materials, composite cores, Kevlar, carbon and Vinylester resins are utilized in state-of-the-art Vacuum Infused Resin (VIR) molding process utilized …
46 Hull Lamination Begins
Our team has completed spraying the gel coat and has begun to install the first layers of materials into our 46 Hull Mold. Soon we will begin to dry fit all the remaining materials in preparation for the infusion process.
46 Hull Construction Update
Our team is nearly completed preparing the 46 hull mold for lamination. Next we will begin spraying the gel coat and install the first layers of materials to begin the resin infusion process.
46 Walk Around Deck plug
The 46 Walk Around Deck plug has completed the preparation phase and now the deck mold will be constructed.
46 Walk Around Update
Today our team has sprayed the gel coat for the 46 Walk Around Helm Deck in beautiful Mattahorn White. The team is working diligently to prepare all the necessary parts to begin assembly. Next week the hull will begin and a boat will be born!
The 34′ Deck
The 34′ Deck-Liner Plug is well under way. Working on it every day from the plans of naval architect Erwin Gerards are three of Florida’s finest Master Plug Builders. Construction of this piece began earlier this week (week of June 26). Currently under the ownership of Release Boatworks, this vessel will play the role of our demo boat… keep an …
Hull #1 – 46′ Walk Around
Release Boatworks is going full steam ahead. Howard Steinberg is the owner of Hull#1, the 46′ walk-around, and he was here visiting our Miami shop this month to check on the progress of the building. We have been moving at a steady pace. The final fairing of the hull plug is a couple days from completion and the bridge deck plug is underway. This …
The 43′
The first 43 footer is under way for Mr Peter Dubens. Designed by naval architect Erwin Gerards, this one will hit 50+ miles-per-hour at the pins and will draw only 32 inches! Built as a tender for the Dubens’ yacht, this 43′ will be a mix of hard core fishing, diving, and family fun. Scheduled for delivery next summer to …
The Stringer System
In order to achieve a tight fit, the stringer system plug is being built in place. The wood fixtures will be covered in formica and a perfect mold will be made from them. The stringer grid will then be laminated on mold and will contain the complete writing and plumbing chases as well as the floors for an engine room and …
