March 6 Field Trip

These pictures shows a copper tank which has been in contact with timber
What is the cause of the problem?

The rotten timber has been cut away from the planking, it still remains in the area of the keelson

The exposed planks show that the inside skin is laid diagonally, the outside skin is fore and aft (carvel), this is not a glued structure

The top of the keel and keelson

The rotten timber has no strength left it must be totally removed. Think about how new timber could successfully be attached to the undamaged planking

We travel to Brin Wilson Boats next week, they are the only boatbuilding yard that is permanently situated in the marina area at Gulf Harbour. They are experts in the repair of glass laminate and wooden boats, much of their work is for insurance companies, this work is handled by a loss adjuster (assessor) representing the client and the insurance company.
They also undertake repair and alteration work for pleasure and commercial boat owners. To be successful in attracting insurance work they must be able to work to a fixed price, complete the jobs to a high standard, and be able to salvage damaged boats as required. the Travel lift operates directly into their factory, however they do move boats around without the aid of the lift which is a necessary part of a successful operation.
They also have a company which operates independently in the yard at Gulf Harbour which is Osmosis Solutions, they are responsible for the repair of the problem known as Osmosis.
What you can expect to gather information on are hardstand support systems, the operation of a Travel lift and a low loader, Osmosis repair, various jobs that will be taking place in the yard
You will be expected to photograph or video useful and interesting information, and participate in group discussion during the following lecture session
We leave outside the Marine Workshop at 12:30