Water test of a new jet tender Aquascan

 Testing the ‪#‎Aquascan‬ jet F14 before delivering it to the yacht.
 Each ‪#‎inflatable‬ ‪#‎tender‬ must be tested, here the captain is making sure that it works to his satisfaction with yang people too.

 

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YV7sa-BkfpI

Rescue boats

At Aquascan part of the job we do is also provide service and repairs to other inflatable boats. These pictures show some service done in loco to rescue tenders in a big cruise line. The boats are not the one use by customer in case of an emergence. The inflatables are use by crew members for practice and service.

We take pride in what we do so even if the job is complicated we are up to the task.

 Safety is a priority not only fore the cruise line industry but also for us at Aquascan.

Laser cutting.

At Aquascan we use a laser to cut the tender names, logos and much more.

Focusing on downtime reduction in laser cutting

Automated laser optics management can keep the laser cutting when it normally might not be

By Marc Lobit

April 30, 2013

If a laser cutting machine is not cutting, it has no chance of making money for the shop. Downtime related to maintenance is understandable. Downtime related to the slow process of attending to laser optics is frustrating. Automation, however, can help keep that laser cutting machine running, even when it's cutting different material thicknesses.

Figure 1 As metal fabricators take on more low-volume, high-mix work, they have to minimize downtime of laser cutting machines to maintain a high level of productivity. Automated management of laser optics can save hours of downtime over a year’s worth of laser processing activity.

The metal fabrication industry has gone through several volatile years—expanding during the dot-com and real estate booms and contracting during the recessions that followed. This roller coaster ride (much more tumultuous than my favorite childhood roller coaster, Mr. Pip’s Wild Ride at Palisades Park, N.J.) feels like it is nearing its final stages. The major gyrations are done, and things are smoothing out just a little.
Somewhere between the start of this ride and today, business models in the metal fabricating industry evolved into something different (see Figure 1). Business owners are struggling with uncertainty as they are unable to forecast order streams confidently and faced with escalating operating costs, especially as they relate to new government regulations and health care. Companies are still interested in increasing throughput, but unlike in the past, they are not immediately hiring people to solve their productivity problem.
These shop owners are instead relying on automation—both for material handling and basic machine functions. These advanced features make machine operation more efficient and productive.
Automated material handling increases green light time for laser cutting machines. Material loading is done much more quickly than can be done manually. Additionally, automated material handling allows for unattended operation—loading blanks, unloading cut parts and the accompanying skeletons, and repeating the operation until all sheets have been processed.
Laser cutting equipment with material handling automation is identified easily in fabricating operations. The machines have single-level loading systems nearby or, in some instances, very large material storage towers that have shelves for different sheet metal sizes, material types, or even finished parts.
Productivity improvement because of the automation also is easy to identify. Shop management typically can expect to see a 40 percent increase in throughput after installing an advanced material loading and unloading system.

Automation Beyond Material Handling

But what about downtime associated with setting up the laser cutting machine? Other areas for downtime management are often less obvious than material handling, but they also can have a dramatic effect on throughput.
The downtime problem is exacerbated with today’s smaller batch sizes. Orders aren’t as large as they once were, and companies are working with thousands of part numbers, not hundreds. These volumes can lead to drags on productivity and spikes in costs of operation if shops aren’t prepared properly.
For example, laser cutting equipment without automated setup functions use compromised settings when cutting varied materials. This commitment to one type of cutting lens may enable the laser to cut with limited operator intervention, which may be desired especially when running with automated material handling, but the laser cutting machine is not being run optimally.
For the record, laser cutting machines without these automated functions can run efficiently. However, it is difficult to maintain long-term, efficient production if the job shop has regular part changeovers. Research done on actual machine changeovers reflects that manual changes typically take around 26 minutes to complete, when done properly. If the shop considers all of the steps involved in a standard laser setup—set up lens, install nozzle, focus the lens, set the gap, set the focal point, do a test cut, tweak the lens if necessary, and start production—it can understand how setting up for a job can get out of hand very quickly. Simply put, waiting for an operator delays production while the machine sits idle.
Automated changeover functions are much more efficient and take less than 1 minute, including a torch change and pallet transfer. Many operators skip or shorten the changeover process and run the laser cutter in a compromised cutting condition with general settings that can reduce machine performance by 25 percent to 30 percent. The machine is running and has the appearance of being a productive, money-making investment, but it is actually costing the shop added expense because the setup is not fine-tuned to the cutting application.
Compromised laser cutting reduces cutting speeds dramatically, but because shop owners are rarely involved directly in laser machine operation, they are not aware of the lost revenue. This oversight can offset the performance gains available with new technology and, ultimately, devastate the return on investment that a company is looking for with the purchase of a new machine.

Figure 4 Some metal fabricating shops stick with a 7.5-in. lens to cut all material thicknesses, not just plate. By not changing over to a 5-in. lens for thinner materials, for example, the operator is taking more time than necessary to complete the cutting job and simultaneously consuming more assist gases.

Automated Setup Functions

These new functions automatically set up the machine, check for wear on critical components, and make adjustments to optimize the cutting parameters. Core automated setup functions include torch changing, nozzle changing, intelligent focal distance measuring/adjusting, and profiling.
Torch and Lens Changer. Some manufacturers have designed torches that can adjust focal lengths to accommodate different material types and thicknesses. All manufacturers, however, make a variety of lens configurations that are optimized for specific applications. Unless workpiece type and thickness don’t vary much, the shop needs to change out torches for optimized cutting of the material (see Figure 4). If a fabricator elects to use a standard lens for multiple cutting jobs, it risks slowing the process down because feed rates are not maximized and the operator likely has to spot-check the material to ensure clean cuts are being made.
Nozzle Changer. Nozzle diameter is critical in cleaning the molten debris from the cut path. If a nozzle diameter is too small, it will need to slow down to clean the cut path. If the nozzle is too large, it will need more gas to flush the path, which can significantly increase laser gas costs.
Automated Focal Distance Adjustment. Measuring and adjusting focal distance traditionally requires considerable setup time as well as a skilled and experienced operator. Intelligent functions enable an operator with limited experience to set the focal distance automatically using programmed commands. This helps to ensure dross-free cutting. Additionally, these systems compensate for focal distance changes that occur as lenses become contaminated.
Automated Profile Adjustment. The automated profiler recalibrates to ensure the optimal distance between the nozzle and workpiece is achieved.

Optimized Cutting = Improved Cash Position

Not only does automated setup technology typically result in a significant increase in throughput by reducing operator intervention, it also results in reduced assist gas consumption because the proper nozzle is selected for the application. To illustrate the impact of this type of automated laser optics management, all a shop has to do is take a look at an analysis of its laser-related production over a full year.

The wider the variation in materials and thicknesses, the greater the economic advantage gains with automated setup. For these calculations, a consistent nest configuration was applied to the annual production analysis. Nozzles and other setup functions were performed automatically to match optimal cutting parameters. With automated setup functions, the laser cutter cut the annual production volume in 3,287 hours as compared to 4,170 hours with a single lens. The shop also has a considerable laser gas savings because of the automated functions.
An experienced laser applications engineer can provide a detailed review of an entire production model based on a metal fabricator’s nested sheets using the shop’s actual materials. The economic impact analysis specific for the shop should be comprehensive enough to show the real cost benefit.

Aquascan in Bahamas

From our customer in Bahamas we have received this awesome picture!

Toys for Yachts

OCEAN SLIDE

If you come to visit us today this is what you get at the front door a huge slide. Normally it is used to propel the guest from the yacht into the ocean. No only for fun this is not an emergency exit and is not use ether if  you are not having fun or they do not like you!

We are just having a funny day since is the end of the week we need a good laugh and also we are checking that is working properly!

Aquascan Yacht Tender

A unique master piece for your yacht!

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

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


These tenders are custom designed to fit perfectly inside the garages of these yachts without compromising style and performance.
They can be purchased directly from your dealer or through us.

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

Our 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.

Thankfully our customers are always presenting us with new challenges and requirements that allow us to constantly improve our boats and develop new techniques and accessories.

The Sprinter Jets are high performance, custom built jet tenders.

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, we can customize all of our 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 we are a custom manufacturer of inflatable boats all of our 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.

Call Aquascan for a quote! 1-954-463-0579

Inflatable Boat Cleaner.

 Boat Cleaner

Your RIB is your favorite toy, and you love showing it off. The best way to do that is to keep it clean.

While we have been a manufacturing company for over 15 years, we have also been a full service maintenance and repair center for the same amount of time. In that time we have tested so many product and had such poor results that about 12 years ago we finally decided to create our own. After all, who would know better than the people who work on inflatables 7 days a week.

Our cleaner is formulated to be safe to use on every surface of your boat. It safely cleans Hypalon without removing the protective UV coating.

You can use it to clean your marine upholstery and vinyl, stainless, aluminum, fiberglass and pvc.

 

If your problems is diesel stains give this cleaner a try you will be pleasantly surprise. If you like to order the cleaner just give us a call! Aquascanribs.com

Custom made Fenders.

FENDERS

We are used to get all kind of request from customers to create   things out of the ordinary. So for us to build fenders of extra large size in not uncommon.

But then you get something really out of the ordinary!

So when you talk about fenders sizes there are fenders and ...FENDERS.
 

 

Boat Show

 VISIT US AT THE PALM BEACH BOAT SHOW BOOTH 761B

The 28th Annual Palm Beach International Boat Show, March 21 - 24, 2013, is one of the top ten boat shows in the country - featuring more than $350 million worth of boats, yachts and accessories from the world’s leading marine manufacturers. It is truly an International Show. The event includes hundreds of Boats from 8 foot inflatables, power boats, fishing boats, center consoles, bow riders, personal watercraft to superyachts over 150’. Show entrances will be located at  Evernia St./Flagler Dr. (waterfront) and North Clematis St./Flagler Dr. (waterfront)

Aquascan Jet Tender

THE NEW SPRINTER F11 JET.

The Sprinter Jets are high performance, custom built jet tenders.

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, we can customize all of our 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 we are a custom manufacturer of inflatable boats all of our base models have dozens of accessories available to them, and each model and accessory can be customized to your preference

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

Palm Beach Boat Show 2013

The 28th Annual Palm Beach International Boat Show, March 21 - 24, 2013, is one of the top five boat shows in the country - featuring more than $1.2 billion worth of boats, yachts and accessories from the world’s leading marine manufacturers. It is truly an International Show. The event includes hundreds of Boats from 8 foot inflatables, power boats, fishing boats, center consoles, bow riders, personal watercraft to superyachts over 150’. Show entrances will be located at Evernia St./Flagler Dr. (waterfront) and North Clematis St./Flagler Dr. 
(waterfront).

Palm Beach Boat Show

Aquascan

Palm Beach Boat Show March 21-24

Palm beach is our home town so there is no way we can not be part of the boat show.
I remember when many years ago we did the first boat show in Palm Beach; the town and the venue where
the show was held where sooo different.

From a very quite and almost old town West Palm Beach is now vibrant and full of activity.
I hope to see many of you at the show and after a day looking at boats you can relax on our white sandy beaches and may be jump in the water for some snorkeling.
 The Show is not a big show like Fort Lauderdale or Miami but it has grow and his growing in attendance by vendors and patrons every year.
Aquascan will be presenting the jet tenders gasoline and diesel.

The New Aquascan 15

Aquascan Storm 15

Today we have test drive for the first time the new Storm 15. The Florida weather was not helping for the pictures but the excitement was in the air. 

It is always a great sens of pride and accomplishment to present a new model to the public. So here it is the new 

STORM 15

 Every detail has been well thought. Tubes are hand made in hypalon neoprene in 1300.
Notice how comfortable is the sitting position of the driver. The steering wheel has a know making the turns of the wheel a breeze.

 The floor is cover by Marine deck custom made and cut by our personal at the Fort Lauderdale plant.

The model is not in our web page yet it will be soon so if more information is require please contact Aquascan.

Inflatable boat Aquascan Techno

This is a boat designed for the serious inflatable boater who knows what he wants and wants a boat that can handle anything it undertakes.

Aquascan has developed the Techno series to serve the needs of the commercial and advanced RIB market.

The Techno 25 is the flagship model, fitting in the middle the 22 to 32' range.

The techno series is designed and built to withstand excessive use and abuse in challenging applications.

The fiberglass construction is doubled in thickness and arranged so as to provide additional strength,flexibility

and durability. With all the strength and durability also comes increased performance, maneuverability and safety. Built to fulfill the customer needs and requirements.

Unique to AQUASCAN is high strength to weight ratio fiberglass hand laid hulls that provide an added level of performance and sea faring ability.

A full fiberglass stringer system and a lengthy curing process help retain precise consistency to ensure top  performance and durability.

The storage areas are part of the non skid deck which provides excellent rigidity and lower maintenance while providing ample storage capability.

The Aquascan rigid inflatable Techno has been used not only by the rescue companies like SeaTow and Tow Boat US but also by the sheriff, police  and park ranger departments of various cities, states and islands.

The Techno demonstrates great versatility as it can be use as a working boat for towing or for diving in both commercial or leisure capacities. The strong construction starts from the inside of the hull with stringers running from bow to stern. The keel is reinforced in many different ways; depending on the intended use of the inflatable boat.

The tubes are constructed with commercial grade hypalon of 1600 Denier  thickness (Hypalon fabric thickness is graded with the term Denier) with several reinforced points situated strategically. Aquascan maintains the full customization capability even for this type of RIB.

Even with such a sturdy construction, this line of Inflatables quickly reaches plane and is incredibly responsive and stable.

Every aspect of this boat is customizable.

You may choose to have a Kevlar hull or two built-in fuel tanks, single or twin engines (we even have customers who do triple engine configurations to increase their torque potential for their towing capabilities).

A lot of time is spent by Aquascan to ensure that all details are given special attention to. 

Jet tender, custom yacht 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, we have created a new line of yacht tenders with jet propulsion designed specifically for Pershing, Riva, Fairline and Ferretti Yachts. 

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

They can be purchased directly from your dealer or through Aquascan. 

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

Our 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.

Thankfully our customers are always presenting us with new challenges and requirements that allow us to constantly improve our boats and develop new techniques and accessories.

The Sprinter Jets are high performance, custom built jet tenders.

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, we can customize all of our 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 we are a custom manufacturer of inflatable boats all of our 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.