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Innovative Marine System products begin with
construction grade structural steel framing members. The exterior frame
and bracing are designed specifically for loading well beyond that of
competitive products. Cutting, depending on the application, is
accomplished by either power band saw or plasma cutters. This helps insure
uniformity and allows for an improved finished product.
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At left, we begin following a 5' x
50' custom dock through the fabrication process. The side rails are
cut to size and properly prepared for beveled fill welds. This
insures maximum structural strength.
Next, the cross bracing is cut to
the same exact width and set in place. Where necessary for flotation
supports, the bracing is coped for the profile of the side rail steel.
Notice the framing at near right of photo. |
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Once the framing has been completed
and welding has been checked for quality assurance, the frames are metal
prepped, primed and then epoxy coated in the customers chosen color.
Vinyl decking is added and flotation is installed. |
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At left, is a prototype view of our exclusive (patent pending)
Internal piling ring pocket.
This design allows smooth jam free travel over
the piling, while providing clean dockage on both sides of your
dock. It's like receiving two docks for the price of one.
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From prototype to integral
installation into the dock frame.
Stress engineering allows for the internal pocket
to be added without sacrifice to the frames overall integrity.
Success relies on accurate project measurements. Something most dock
manufacturers are not willing to do. |
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manufactured from Ultra High Density Molecular Weight plastic that is self
lubricating. Testing proves that this material wears 5 times better
than rubber or polyolefin.
The mount is cast / fabricated from High Strength
Ductile Iron. It is 50% stronger than welded brackets. |
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Offset "T" that will be attached to a 50' dock installed
parallel to the shoreline. (see concept photo at bottom of "Flotation Docks" web page) |
Whenever it is necessary
to have an attachment between two or more dock sections, the attachment is
made by a positive pin system.
Closely resembling standard hinges, the are
fabricated from 1/4" wall tubing. A self centering bronze
bushing is then machined and driven into place. A
stainless steel pin is then used to complete the assemble.
This insures a quiet, smooth and trouble free
installation the does not sacrifice stability or strength. |
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