Fort Lauderdale boat show 2012.

The Fort Lauderdale boat show started as schedule on October 25.
Despite our good friend tropical storm Sandy every one was ready to work and to display the best product to the public.

Aquascan at FLIBS is presenting several Jet Tender and rigid inflatable boats.
 Aquascan is the only American company manufacturing rigid inflatable boats jet power in the USA!
 And very proud of it!
So with all the excitement of the first day who thinks about storms?
In Florida storms are very common and every one  was to busy to think about our friend Sandy the tropical storm.
Guess what! It was a big problem, this is a picture of how we worked the first day at the show.

But in Florida storms comes and goes so after the storm comes the nice weather so with a lot of wind and sun we are to our normal day at the show.

A Supercharge jet tender.

We are having a great show and presenting many new versions of our very well known jet boats.
The Supercharger 16 is one of the new models at the show.

Aquascan Cobra 16 Diesel

Aquascan Supercharger 16 jet

 More to come soon. Got to go is getting late for the show!

Fort Lauderdale boat Show

Fort Lauderdale, Florida, the "Yachting Capital of the World" will host the 53rd Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show on October 25-29, 2012.
Aquascan will present the redesigned Sprinter F16 jet tender among other RIB tenders.

Over the last few years, many companies have either closed their doors (like Nautica International) or have moved their facilities overseas.
Aquascan on the other hand is still alive and well, continuing to produce high quality performance RIBS in our Fort Lauderdale plant.
Not only that, but we have also just opened up a new fiberglass and metal shop in West Palm Beach, FL. We are now the only RIB manufacturer in the Western hemisphere that produces jet RIBS, both gasoline and diesel.
Being a family company has made it easier to adapt to the new and always changing requirement from our customers, with that in mind we created 4DYDesign.
4DYDESIGN is the only full service interior design firm to follow the tenets of Feng Shui. Capable of providing a full array of design services not only for traditional residences, but also for the discerning yachting community.

This year you can find us on land at Bahia Mar at #1023 and in the Yacht Builders /Designers tent #0729.

Tenders

Water skiing with a jet tender Aquascan

World of Boating and Tenders: The America's Cup

World of Boating and Tenders: The America's Cup: Got this news not to long ago and like to share. Notice the Cost Guard to the rescue! In this photo taken Tuesday Oct. 16, 2012 and prov...

World of Boating and Tenders: World of Boating and Tenders: The America's Cup

World of Boating and Tenders: World of Boating and Tenders: The America's Cup: World of Boating and Tenders: The America's Cup : Got this news not to long ago and like to share. Notice the Cost Guard to the rescue! I...

A space walk.

A crew member.

A very special crew member in an Aquascan Tender at the Gallapagos.

World of Boating and Tenders: The America's Cup

World of Boating and Tenders: The America's Cup: Got this news not to long ago and like to share. Notice the Cost Guard to the rescue! In this photo taken Tuesday Oct. 16, 2012 and prov...

The America's Cup

Got this news not to long ago and like to share. Notice the Cost Guard to the rescue!
In this photo taken Tuesday Oct. 16, 2012 and provided by Oracle Team USA, crew members of the capsized Oracle Team USA AC72 boat are rescued after being swept past the Golden Gate Bridge in San Francisco. The America's Cup champion syndicate is assessing the damage to its 72-foot (22-meter) catamaran, after it capsized and was swept by a strong current more than four miles (six kilometers) past the Golden Gate Bridge before rescue boats could control it. (AP Photo/Oracle Team USA, Guilain Grenier)
In this photo taken Tuesday Oct. 16, 2012 and provided by Oracle Team USA, the Oracle Team USA AC72 catamaran is capsized on San Francisco Bay in San Francisco. (AP Photo/Oracle Team USA, Guilain Grenier)
In this photo taken Tuesday Oct. 16, 2012 and provided by Oracle Team USA, crew members hang from the mesh netting after the Oracle Team USA AC72 boat capsized on San Francisco Bay in San Francisco. (AP Photo/Oracle Team USA, Guilain Grenier)
A tanker container ship passes the yacht as it goes out to sea. A 72 foot Oracle vessel training for the America's Cup, capsized in San Francisco Bay Tuesday Oct. 16, 2012 and currents carried it out into the ocean. While some of the crew members were thrown into the water, all were accounted for and there are no serious injuries, according to a statement released by the syndicate. (AP Photo/Brant Ward, San Francisco Chronicle)

World of Boating and Tenders: Nanotechnology

World of Boating and Tenders: Nanotechnology: I received this news today and I thought it is very important for every one to know what is going on with NASA this days. "The United Sta...

Nanotechnology

I received this news today and I thought it is very important for every one to know what is going on with NASA this days.

"The United States may lose its leadership role in space to other countries unless it makes research and development funding and processes — especially in nanotechnology — a renewed and urgent priority, according to a new paper from Rice University’s Baker Institute for Public Policy.
The paper, “NASA’s Relationship with Nanotechnology: Past, Present and Future Challenges,” investigates how NASA has both guided and defunded cutting-edge nanotechnology development since 1996 at its own research facilities and in its collaborations with university scientists and laboratories. The research was conducted by a team at Rice that included Baker Institute science and technology policy fellow Kirstin Matthews, current Rice graduate student Kenneth Evans and former graduate students Padraig Moloney and Brent Carey. The paper sheds light on a broad field that holds tremendous potential for improving space flight by reducing the weight of spacecraft and developing smaller and more accurate sensors.
This area of research, however, saw a dramatic cutback from 2004 to 2007, when NASA reduced annual nanotechnology R&D expenditures from $47 million to $20 million. NASA is the only U.S. federal agency to scale back investment in this area, the authors found, and it’s part of an overall funding trend at NASA. From 2003 to 2010, while the total federal science research budget remained steady between $60 billion and $65 billion (in constant 2012 dollars), NASA’s research appropriations decreased more than 75 percent, from $6.62 billion to $1.55 billion.
The authors argue that the agency should restructure, refocus and strengthen its R&D programs.
“The United States currently lacks a national space policy that ensures the continuity of research and programs that build on existing capabilities to explore space, and that has defined steps for human and robotic exploration of low-Earth orbit, the moon and Mars,” Matthews said. “With Congress and the president wrestling over the budget each year, it is vital that NASA present a clear plan for science and technology R&D that is linked to all aspects of the agency. This includes connecting R&D, with nanotechnology as a lead area, to applications related to the agency’s missions.”
The authors said that to effectively engage in new technology R&D, NASA should strengthen its research capacity and expertise by encouraging high-risk, high-reward projects to help support and shape the future of U.S. space exploration
“Failure to make these changes, especially in a political climate of flat or reduced funding, poses substantial risk that the United States will lose its leadership role in space to other countries — most notably China, Germany, France, Japan and Israel — that make more effective use of their R&D investments,” Matthews said.www.rice.edu."

Jet tenders and rigid inflatable boats

World of Boating and Tenders: Jet Tenders: AQUASCAN has developed the Sprinter FJet series to service the needs of the "no compromise" yacht tender market. In response to a wave ...

Jet tender, a custom made inflatable to fit your style.

Aquascan Sprinter F 14 transom

Tight on space but you want the best ?? Then look no further than the Aquascan Sprinter Jet F14.

Designed to maximize internal space and seating capacity without sacrificing power and stability. The most popular of all our models, your toughest choice will be what color to choose.



This rigid inflatable boat R.I.B. has an attitude. Fast and Fearless, yet forgiving enough for even the novice.

The Sprinter F14 r inflatable jet boat is equally at home, turning on a dime or just trolling around the islands with its shallow draft and stable demeanor.

A jet tender that is a sleek performer and allows up to eight passengers to enjoy the great escape in Aquascan style.

Different power options are available to truly satiate the need for speed.

Much of the Sprinter F14’s prowess is based upon a perfect center of gravity, balance, and design.

The overbuilt hull is quick to plane and highly maneuverable due to the tapered 4 chambered tubes.

This tender has a smooth dry ride that knocks down chop and slides spray aside as you enjoy the full complement of features.

The console is ergonomically designed to keep finger touch control close at hand.

Waterproof gauges and switches, under deck cabling, deluxe helm and easy battery/ engine access are all standard. The largest fuel capacity in its class, you’ll have plenty of range to have fun all day and make it safely back to port. Grab the keys and go....


The Aquascan Sprinter Jet F14 is available with an array of custom features at the customer's request.
www.aquascanribs.com

World of Boating and Tenders: Jet Tenders

World of Boating and Tenders: Jet Tenders: AQUASCAN has developed the Sprinter FJet series to service the needs of the "no compromise" yacht tender market. In response to a wave ...

Jet Tenders

AQUASCAN has developed the Sprinter FJet series to service the needs of the "no compromise" yacht tender market.

In response to a wave of customer requests, the company  created a new line of yacht tenders with jet propulsion designed specifically for Pershing, Riva and Ferretti Yachts. 

The Aquascan Sprinter Jet F10 comes with an array of custom features available at the customer’s request.

These tenders are custom designed to fit perfectly inside the garages of these yachts without compromising style and performance. 

Real World engineering designed with hands on experience that provides the ultimate performance, styling and durability.

The dynamic design and manufacturing team takes every opportunity to create and develop advancements in design and performance in response to the every changing needs of the tender boat market.

The Sprinter Jets are high performance, custom built jet tenders.The first jet tender was introduce to the market in 1995.

Although all the models have standard measurements and designs, they are all customizable in every sense of the word from the inside out.

The jet inflatable boat can be built with Carbon Fiber or Kevlar, design is limited only by your desires.

If height, width, length or weight is an issue, not to worry, Aquascan can customize all jet ribs to fit your requirements.

The four stroke inflatable jet boat was premiered at the 2001 Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show and has been our number one seller since.

Because Aquascan is a custom manufacturer of inflatable boats all of the base models have dozens of accessories available to them, and each model and accessory can be customized to your preference

Each Aquascan is hand built in Fort Lauderdale Florida. www.AquascanRibs.com

Diesel jet tender Aquascan

AQUASCAN has developed the Cobra DJ series. The DJ series solves the issue of diesel fuel requirement without compromising the safety, performance and comfort of a jet drive.

Tolerances, propulsion, clearances, weight and storage are all addressed in the Aquascan custom yacht tenders.

There are a lot of inflatables out there but they are not all the same.

Repetitive assembly line production is not the way we do things.

The design and construction of the diesel inflatable series is functional yet very elegant and modern; keeping in mind safety and comfort.

A boat made for exploring the world with life style and luxury on board, a yacht tender with modern lines but a classic touch.
The fixtures of this inflatable tender give the passengers the opportunity to be an active part of the adventure or a relaxed observer in comfort.

The innovative hull design is fast, easy to handle and safe; created for a boating experience at the highest level, combining technology and functionality with attention paid to the use of space and harmony of form in every detail.

The Cobra yacht tender has been constructed to service, support and entertain the owner and guests.

This Diesel Inflatable Tender works perfectly if you are taking your guest for a ride to shore or for water skiing.
A SMOOTH RIDE COMBINED WITH A LOW PROFILE RIBA custom jet tender. Diesel engine, low profile high seat capacity!

World of Boating and Tenders: Boating License

World of Boating and Tenders: Boating License: Boating license or safety card to operate a boat or water craft.  

Uses of inflatable boats.

This is a little inflatable we have transformed in a utility tool to put a breathing compressor with 4 attachments for diving. It is awesome particularly for Florida.
You can be on top of the reef for hours and not have to worry about your air supply.
We had so much fun it is very useful way of using an inflatable for diving.
www.AquascanRibs.com

Pictures from the tropics.

Bahamas

Palm Beach Florida http://www.aquascanribs.com/aquascanribs/portfolio/dj-

Boating License

Boating license or safety card to operate a boat or water craft.

Published 07/26/2005 03:56 PM   |    Updated 06/11/2012 04:46 PM

Do I need a boating license or boating safety certificate to operate a boat or personal watercraft (PWC) in Florida?

safety, fun, adventure,

Anyone born on or after January 1, 1988 is required to have a boating safety education ID card along with a photo ID while operating a vessel with a motor 10 horsepower or greater in Florida waters.  This includes personal water craft (PWC). Persons under age 14 may not operate a PWC.

The type of card you need depends on whether you are a resident of Florida or not.  If you are a Florida resident, you can take an 8-hour classroom or internet course and get a "lifetime" ID card.  If you are just visiting, you may prefer to take a temporary certificate exam that is good for 12 months.  Everyone is encouraged to take one of these courses to become familiar with Florida's boating laws and regulations.

What Boaters Need To Know About Using Fuel Additives

NORTHBROOK, ILLINOIS – Since nearly 90% of the nation’s gasoline is blended with ethanol, boaters are often encouraged to use an ethanol treatment fuel additive to prevent corrosion, fuel destabilization and help retard phase separation.

Over the past several years, a variety of fuel additives have been introduced into the marine market, all claiming to prevent ethanol related problems and even restore phase separated ethanol/water, octane rating and stale gasoline. However, at least one leading marine engine manufacturer has publicly stated that 75% of marine fuel additives they are aware of are considered “problematic”.

So how does a boater know which additives may be effective, or ineffective - and which additives may actually cause a problem or even engine failure?

Recently, the National Marine Manufacturers Association (NMMA), held several meetings to discuss the need for the marine industry to develop a specification for marine grade fuel additives, similar to the specification developed for 2 and 4 cycle marine motor oils. The group discussed problems that ethanol may cause in marine applications and engine problems that consumers have had that may have actually been caused by some fuel additives.

“It is important for boaters to know what fuel additives can actually do and for the marine industry to develop specifications that would help boaters make an intelligent choice. It is also important for boaters to know what additives cannot do and what fuel additives should and should not be used for,” said Jerry Nessenson, president of ValvTect Petroleum, the marine industry’s largest supplier of marine gasoline, diesel fuel and marine fuel additives.

“For example, some additives claim to restore phase separated and stale gasoline. Engine manufacturers and gasoline refiners state this is not possible and if this is attempted it could cause engine damage. We believe the industry needs to help protect consumers against false claims and the misuse of fuel additives,” Nessenson said.

NMMA has called on industry leaders for recommendations to test the ability of fuel additives to prevent corrosion, fuel oxidation, moisture control (phase separation) and deposit build-up.

“ValvTect recommended various ASTM, NACE and U.S. EPA test protocols that are currently used by all gasoline refiners and engine manufacturers,” Nessenson said. “Although some additive companies using non-traditional chemistry, such as enzymes and glycol, claim their additives don’t work under those industry test procedures, we believe using existing petroleum industry tests is the only way to verify a fuel additive’s performance and that the additive would not cause harm to the engine when using the additive over a long period of time,” he added.

“The bottom line is, when putting a fuel additive in your boat’s expensive engine, it would be wise to check if the additive meets petroleum industry and engine manufacturer specifications and is accepted fuel additive technology. The engine you save may be your own,” Jerry Nessenson said.

Uses of hypalon for RIB boats and more!

          HYPALON USES

Hypalon® has been used for over 40 years in many diverse synthetic rubber applications because of its broad assortment of valuable properties. Whether it is used as a protective coating for fabrics, hose and tubing in automobiles, or single ply roofing, Hypalon will effectively resist abrasion, chemicals and the weather to last longer than other materials.

Fabrics with an attractive coating of Hypalon are weather- and water resistant, rugged ...yet are lightweight and easy to handle.

All these qualities make it perfect for use on inflatable boats. Colorful coated fabrics made with Hypalon are used for hatch and boat covers, inflated structures,  and are ideal for quality boating garb, convertible tops and other consumer products.

The properties of Hypalon may be summarized as:

Colorability

Coatings of Hypalon can be brightly and permanently colored, and have excellent resistance to microbiological attack. Under actual exposure conditions (Florida exposure station), coated

fabric samples of Hypalon were weathered for more than 10 years without any noticeable

discoloration.

Superb ozone and weather resistance

Natural aging or oxidation of rubber products is accelerated out of doors by the sun’s heat and ultraviolet rays. Tests show Hypalon has a slow rate of oxidation degradation. Resistance to environmental attack

Properly compounded Hypalon® is not attacked by microorganisms and will not promote the growth of mold, mildew, fungus and bacteria. Outdoor exposure tests of coated fabrics as well

as laboratory tests, conducted according to specification MIL-F-13927-A, substantiate this resistance to microbiological attack.

Resistance to staining and soiling

Controlled soiling tests run on samples of coated fabric show that properly compounded Hypalon is highly resistant to dirt pickup, both from atmospheric deposits and from abrasive contact with soiling agents. This is because deposits that are left on the surface of Hypalon can normally be removed by soap and water. Where necessary, detergents, dry-cleaning fluids, bleaches and other cleansing agents can be used without fear of damage.

Durability

Because of their resilience and abrasion resistance, parts made of Hypalon possess good resistance to impact, crushing, cutting, gouging and other kinds of physical abuse. The broad utility of Hypalon is based in large part on its performance in the many mechanical properties that are desirable in a rubber product. Tests confirm the good resistance of Hypalon to wear and abrasion.

Oil, grease and solvent resistance

Hypalon, when properly compounded, is highly resistant to attack by hydrocarbon oils and fuels. It is also useful in contact with oils at elevated temperatures.hypalon tubes, inflatable, rigid inflatable boats