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Eric Sponberg on Free-Standing Masts - May 22,2012 | Eric Sponberg joins us to talk about his work in developing free-standing rigs. According to Eric, "Free-standing rigs are inherently safer, simpler, and more aerodynamically efficient than conventional rigs. They are safer because stayed rigs are held up by hundreds of little parts, any one of which could fail or slip out and cause the rig to fall down. A free-standing mast is held up by just two parts—the partners and the heel fitting—so safety of the rig increases by the ratio of many hundreds to 2!" Want to learn more? Tune in. | 5/22/12 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Inspecting Rigging - May 15,2012 | Marine surveyor and rigger John Koon joins us to talk about some of the issues he will be covering in his IBEX 2012 seminar on Inspecting Rigging. Based in Honolulu, Koon has probably spent as much time aloft as other surveyors have spent on deck. Tune in to hear his comments and concerns about the rigging trade as he describes his experiences working on a spectrum vessels from new high-speed multihulls to historic square-rigged tall shps. | 5/15/12 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Summer Sailstice: Let's Go Boating! - May 08,2012 | At this years Strictly Sail Pacific show in Oakland, CA, I met John Arndt, publisher of Latitude 38, and enjoyed listening to his pitch for Summer Sailstice. John and I will be talking about this upcoming event, as well as other ways to encourage more participation in boating, whether its sailing, bass blasting, water skiing, or dragonboating. | 5/8/12 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Boat Fire! - May 01,2012 | Members of IAMI (International Association of Marine Investigators) recently had an unusual and rare training opportunity just outside of Newark, New Jersey. During this two-day course, attendees 10 boats were deliberately burned, reanacting common boat fire scenarios. For this weeks show, weve invited Todd Schwede (Todd & Associates, Inc.) to talk about the event, and to open up a discussion about boat fires with our regular Surveyors Roundtable members. | 5/1/12 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Intro to the ELCI (Electrical Leakage Circuit Interrupter) - Apr 24,2012 | For this weeks show, Dwight Escalera joins us to discuss developments in ELCI devices with ProBoat Radio WEST host Ann Avary. Already familiar to boaters and boatbuilders in other countries, the ELCI (electrical leakage circuit interrupter) is not so well known here. Tune in to find out more about this device, how it differs from a GFCI, what it can and cannot do, and how it differs from other products to prevent electric-shock and stray-current fatalities. | 4/24/12 | Free | View In iTunes |
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DIY: The Legal Perspective - Apr 17,2012 | This week we offer our third show on Do-It-Yourselfers in the Boatyard. Our guest is Attorney Todd Lochner, whose practice concentrates primarily upon maritime matters. He is well-versed in a wide array of maritime subjects, and counsels boat yards and marinas, brokerages, sailing schools, and other maritime businesses with an emphasis upon preventative legal advice. Well be asking him some of the questions that have come up during our two previous shows on this topic, and we welcome you to send in your questions as well. | 4/17/12 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Rick Ostler on Boat Tops and More - Apr 05,2012 | Rick Ostler joins us to talk about boat tops and how he grew his company from store front to cyperspace. | 4/5/12 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Surveyors and DIYers - Apr 03,2012 | ProBoat Radio Surveyors Roundtable member Pat Kearns says a marine surveyor can be a DIYers best friend, so for this show, well talk about the role of the surveyor in a DIY project. What are the advantages to taking on this type of survey work? And what are the red flags? (This is the second show in a three part series, begun with Do-It-Yourselfers in the Boatyard on March 13. Well close on April 17 with some of the legal aspects, presented by attorney Todd Lochner.) | 4/3/12 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Your New Workforce: Meet Generation Y - Mar 27,2012 | ProBoat Radio West host Ann Avary and Barbara Jean Walsh discuss Generation Y and talk about what marine-industry employers may need to understand to work well with these potential eployeess who have grown up in a world of technology, two wars, and tough economic times. | 3/27/12 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Rob Kaidy: Naval Architecture 2012 - Mar 20,2012 | We have invited Rob Kaidy back to give us an update on our 2010 show on the state of naval architecture. Rob is the co-founder and president of Ocean5 Naval Architects, located in Stuart, Florida. He says, "Ocean5 works with a skilled team of degreed engineers and naval architects, to designed world renown boats, yachts, and ships for both production boatbuilders, and discerning owners." The company provides a full suite of services, from concept through detailed detail, with an intense numerical and computational approach to design and analysis. | 3/20/12 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Do-It-Yourselfers in the Boatyard - Mar 13,2012 | Don’t boat yard managers have enough to worry about without having customers in the yard who want to work on their own boats? This week will be the beginning of a three part series on DIY on ProBoat Radio. This week, Jim Bronstien (Marine Business Advisors)and Nancy Bray Booth (Hartge Yacht Harbor) will give us their perspectives on the good, the bad, and the really bad aspects of DIYers. And your host Barbara Jean Walsh will offer a shameless plug for the Berkeley Marine Center and its support of a renovation project conducted on site by the Dragonmax racing-canoe team. | 3/13/12 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Surveyors Roundtable: The Marine Electrical Survey - Mar 06,2012 | This week, Ray Toth of Swiftsure Marine Surveyors (Ontario, Canada) joins our surveyors to discuss the finer points of conducting a marine-electrical systems survey and writing up the report. Toth says he uses Force 5 software, and follows the same guidelines as a C/V report, established on ABYC, CFR, and Transport Canada regs/guidelines. Our regular roundtable members will have their own comments to add. Some of the points to be covered will include: safety and tag-outs, bonding systems, grounding systems, AC- and DC-system requirements, the report itself, and pitfalls and misconceptions. | 3/6/12 | Free | View In iTunes |
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ProBoat Radio WEST: Ann Walks the Floor - Feb 28,2012 | Our ProBoat Radio WEST host Ann Avary has been out checking on new developments in the marine industry at the Seattle Boat Show, and new composite materials and methods at the ACMA conference in Las Vegas. Shell bring us up to date on what she found as she walked the floor of these two important shows. | 2/28/12 | Free | View In iTunes |
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New Battery Technologies: Safe Installation - Feb 21,2012 | On a previous show, Dwight Escalera (Executive Marine Services) gave us a primer on some of the new battery technologies that are entering the marine market, and explained how they differ from lead-acid batteries. On this show, well go into more detail about installation procedures to ensure that safety hazards are eliminated and battery advantages are maximized. | 2/21/12 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Rob Kaidy on The Business of Naval Architecture - Feb 14,2012 | This episode is a replay of a 2010 interview with Rob Kaidy (Ocean5 Naval Architects Inc., Stuart, Florida). In a few weeks, well have Rob return to tell us what has changed since then in terms of the state of the Naval Architecture business today, and how it relates to the overall marine industry, so be sure to send your questions for Rob to us at Radio@ProBoat.com. | 2/14/12 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Surveyors Roundtable: Looking at Fiberglass Repairs - Feb 07,2012 | One of our most popular shows to date has been about surveying fiberglass boats. This week, we’ll go in a little deeper to define what the marine surveyor can really do, in the field, when looking at an older fiberglass boat. Chances are, theres been repair work, which may or may not be immediately visible. What can a surveyor report on the condition of the repaired fiberglass? And how does a surveyor conclude that the laminate structures (hull, deck, rudder, et al) are okay, whether or not they show evidence of repair? Send your questions now to radio@proboat.com. | 2/7/12 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Marine Electronics: New Technologies, New Challenges - Jan 31,2012 | Broadcasting from the Seattle Boat Show, ProBoat Radio West host Ann Avary interviews Bryan Hennessy, President of Anacortes Marine Electronics about new and emerging electronic technologies. Listen in to hear this industry expert describe challenges for installation, integration, and troubleshooting. We’ll talk about system compatibility, and what happens when newer systems don’t play well with older systems. | 1/31/12 | Free | View In iTunes |
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New Battery Technologies - Jan 24,2012 | If you are thinking about moving to gel-cell, AGM, or lithium-ion batteries, be sure to tune into this week’s show. Dwight Escalera (Executive Marine Services LCC) will tell us how to maximize the advantages of these new batteries, and we’ll also find out how they differ from lead-acid ones. | 1/24/12 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Analyze This: Working with Market Intelligence - Jan 17,2012 | This week, well interview Survey Advantage CEO Michael Casey to learn how comprehensive market intelligence can pay off for you in terms of company performance and better relationships with your customers. Since 2001, Survey Advantage has been creating customized online feedback solutions for a variety of businesses, including boatyards and marinas. Tune in to find out how surveys can help you analyze your business, make decisions based on accurate data, and improve customer satisfaction. | 1/17/12 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Surveyors Roundtable: Continuing Education - Jan 10,2012 | Weve talked a lot in past shows about career ladders and bringing new people into marine surveying. For this show, well consider what current surveyors can do to ensure that they are on track with their own training and continuing education program. Where do you go to find out what you need to know? | 1/10/12 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Grassroots Marketing - Dec 20,2011 | Courtney Chalmers (Dominion Marine Media) and Wanda Kenton Smith (Kenton Smith Marketing) will be on the air to help you plan and launch an effective grassroots marketing campaign for your company. We’ll introduce the core applications for social media—Facebook, Twitter, and YouTube—and we’ll describe additional Web-based strategies, including search engine optimization (SEO). Bottom line? Engaged customers and prospects, increased sales, and brand loyalty. | 12/20/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Everyone Talks about the Weather - Dec 13,2011 | This week, Ann Avary offers an informative and entertaining discussion about marine weather with our guest Lee Chesneau! Lee is a nationally known marine weather expert, having served as a marine weather forecaster in the US Navy and Senior Marine Meteorologist for NOAA. Join us to learn about weather tracking and forecasting technologies, why weather is so important to the marine industry, and how yards and marinas, as well as commercial and recreational boaters and cruisers, can better utilize marine weather tracking tools. | 12/13/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Surveyors Roundtable: The Office - Dec 06,2011 | How have our surveyors seen the office part of the lives changed? We used to be concerned about fax machines, photocopiers, boilerplate word processing, and filing hard copies of every piece of correspondence. But what about now? Well give some serious consideration to the marine-survey office of the future. Whats on the must-have list? And what seems just plain silly? Let us know what your favorite tech tools are for staying organized and making sure that the paperwork gets done. | 12/6/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Economic Impact of the Marine Trades - Nov 29,2011 | Very few studies are ever done measuring the economic impact of the marine trades. Join ProBoat Radio West Host Ann Avary as she interviews Peter Schrappen of the Northwest Marine Trade Association about the study that his group recently completed on this very topic. They will discuss the importance of this new data and explain how it is driving key initiates to better support this vital industry. | 11/29/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Skills Training in Rhode Island - Nov 22,2011 | Our guest is Wendy Mackie, CEO of Rhode Island Marine Trades Association (RIMTA). We’ll find out about the state’s skills-training fund program and how it is supporting the marine industry. Recipients of these funds had to engage in a competitive application process, with preference given to new applicants and to those training proposals that promised to deliver increase in skilled workers in high demand areas, as well as cross-over skills training. We’ll also learn about other RIMTA programs, including its partnership with Clean the Bay to ensure that the state’s coastal waterways and shorelines are clear of large marine debris. | 11/22/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Marine Service Center or Training Center or Both? - Nov 15,2011 | After operating in Wareham for three years, North Atlantic Marine has opened its second shop at Plymouth Boat Yard, expanding the companys market, both in terms of the size of boats it can service and in terms of the boating areas it serves. According to co-owner John Bernier, North Atlantic Marine is not your ordinary service center: its also a training facility for both customers and marine techs. How has this combination affected customer service and job profits? Join us to find out as Bernier explains how North Atlantic Marine has grown as a company, and as an AMTECH partner. | 11/15/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Designing Yacht Interiors - Nov 08,2011 | Judy Bell-Davis (Bell Design Group) joins us to discuss current trends in yacht interiors. An award winning interior design specialist for marine vessels, her projects have included luxury yachts, semi-custom, production and commercial boats. Her ability to blend high-tech construction methods, composite materials, colour, light, product design and ergonomics into prestigious, unique, and safe design is well recognized. Her work is often showcased in prestigious yachting publications and boat shows throughout the world. Judy is instructor for a ProBoat E-Training course, Designing Yacht Interiors, in which she talks about interior design as a career, and offers some basic skills for the discovery process in working with a new client. She has also been a presenter at IBEX and other industry events numerous times. | 11/8/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Surveyors Roundtable: The Career Path for Surveyors - Nov 01,2011 | At IBEX 2011, members of MITEC (Marine Industry Training & Education Council) met to discuss changes in the group’s mission statement and membership. Part of that discussion included concerns about “portable credentials” in the marine industry so that employers, employees, and clients are all on the same page. Marine surveying is no different from other parts of the industry. We lack a common job description, and a “career path” as well. In this episode, we’ll talk about how the job of surveying can evolve from a person’s first interest in writing a report to the decision to grow a career. What are the common skill sets that need to be identified and acquired? And how can new surveyors, especially young and enthusiastic ones, make workable plans to move through the steps to success? | 11/1/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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IBEX 2011 Innovation Award Winners - Oct 25,2011 | This week, our show is a walk around the IBEX 2011 trade-show floor with Ann Avary and Pat Kearns, who was one of the judges for this years industry innovation awards. Organized by NMMA and judged by " rel="nofollow">Boating Writers International, these awards recognize those products that show the most benefit in terms of practicality, cost-effectiveness, and availability to the consumer within 60 days of award receipt. A total of 65 new products were entered in this year’s program, of which 13 were honored at IBEX. Well give you a commentary on several of the winners. | 10/25/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Live from IBEX Oct 19 2011 - Oct 19,2011 | Maines new Front Street Shipyard is the focus of this interview by host Ann Avary at IBEX 2011 in Louisville, Kentucky. | 10/19/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Live from IBEX Oct 18 2011 - Oct 18,2011 | In this session, recorded at IBEX 2011 in Louisville, Kentucky, Ann Avary interviews New Zealander Chris van der Hor about his countrys active marine apprenticeship program. | 10/18/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Live from IBEX Oct 17 2011 - Oct 17,2011 | Host Ann Avary reports from IBEX 2011 in Louisville, Kentucky, and interviews AMTECHs Joe De Marco. | 10/17/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Boat Show Success - Oct 11,2011 | To focus attention on the opening of an in-water boat show at Michigan City (IN), our guest Norm Schultz once launched a 24-foot gold guitar boat and donned a Elvis suit. That may not be your personal style, but whether you are at a regional boat show or IBEX, you want that experience to be a great one. Join us for some proven advice and practical know-how to make your next show a huge success. | 10/11/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Surveyors Roundtable: Fiberglass Boats - Oct 04,2011 | When inspecting fiberglass boats, what should a competent surveyor know about fiberglass hulls and decks? Certainly surveyors need to know how they’re built, how and why they fail, and how they’re best repaired. But what about federal regulations and ABYC and NFPA standards? How well do they apply to fiberglass moldings? Our guest panelist is Susan Canfield, who teaches "Inspecting Fiberglass Boats" at The WoodenBoat School (Brooklin, Maine) each summer. Join us to find out more about where surveyors can go to learn what they need to know about fiberglass, including specific books, magazines, websites, formal training courses, boat builders, boatyards, and more. | 10/4/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Keeping the Water Out - Sep 27,2011 | Keeping water out of fuel tanks and engine systems is critical in the marine environment.H2Out is a Washington-based company with the technology to do just that. Join ProBoat Radio West host Ann Avary and her guest, Rich Pindell, the developer, founder, and president of H2Out as they discuss this new technology and how it is impacting our industry. Inspired to create products that utilize NASA technology from the Apollo mission, Pindells first product line was the H2Out™ AVD 2 & 3. | 9/27/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Future of Marine Industry Training & Education - Sep 20,2011 | At IBEX 2011, MITEC will offer five seminars on workforce development as well as training and education in the marine industry. On this show, well ask some MITEC members to offer their insights about our future workforce including how it will be recruited, trained, retained, and funded. | 9/20/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Preventing Carbon Monoxide Poisoning - Sep 13,2011 | This week, well describe the dynamics of carbon monoxide (CO) and explain how it can accumulate in cabins and cockpits when a boat is under way. Guests Charlie Game (IMCA), Tom Marhevko (NMMA), and Pat Kearns (RMEG) will give you some important insights about what you can do to prevent CO poisoning whether you are a designer, builder, repairer, or surveyor. Visit ProBoatRadio.com for more details. | 9/13/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Surveyors Roundtable: Why Masts Fail - Sep 06,2011 | Steve Knox covered this topic several years ago at IBEX, and we think its a good one for our roundtable members to discuss. According to Pat Kearns, "It’s quite remarkable that more sailing rigs don’t fail given the ignorance of those who confidently sail 30-year-old boats still equipped with the original rigging. This luck is probably the rule because (1) most of those boats are never pushed to their performance edge but it takes only one push to bring the whole thing down and (2) because, somewhere along the way, an insurance company required a survey or in the due process of a sale/purchase, a marine surveyor looked at the boat, including the rigging, and the underwriter dictated rigging renewals." Check out the blog page for this show for more detail. | 9/6/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Inspecting Welds - Aug 30,2011 | Ron Reisner of Reisner, McEwen & Associates, Marine Surveyors and Consultants (Seattle, Washington) joins ProBoat Radio West host Ann Avary to present an overview of weld inspection, both in the shop and in the field. Theyll consider the standards you should apply to welds in steel, stainless steel, andaluminum, and Ron will describe the benchmarks of a good weld as well as the most common types of weld defects. If you need to know more about inspection of welds in steel, stainless steel, and aluminum, this show will get you started. Need even more information? Plan to attend Rons seminar at IBEX 2011 in Louisville. | 8/30/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Designing Laminates - Aug 23,2011 | Steve Burke and Roger Brown join us for a discussion of the process for designing laminates for new or existing boats, optimized for cost or for weight. Well talk about how to determine the structural requirements, possible materials and processes to be used, and the method of designing laminates that meet the structural requirements. For more details, visit the ProBoat Radio blog page for this show. | 8/23/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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AMTECH: The voice of the marine service community - Aug 16,2011 | The Association of Marine Technicians (AMTECH) is dedicated to the support of all marinetechnicians by helping improve career opportunities. AMTECH will be participating in the IBEX seminar program for the first time in 2011, offering six sessions for marine technicians. With a strong and diverse membership, AMTECH provides a voice for the marine service community at large. Join us as AMTECH Executive Director Joe De Marco explains how marine technicians are faring in today tough job market, and what the association has to offer by way of support and training. | 8/16/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Social Media for the Marine Industry - Aug 09,2011 | Our guest is Josh Chiles, the CEO & Founder of Engaged! A Social Media Firm which specializes in the Marine Industry. Josh started his career in the marine industry at Prince William Marine, the 2010 winner of Boating Industry Magazine’s Top 100 Dealers. But now Josh is on a mission; to help the marine industry successfully use social media to grow and strengthen their online communities. Josh also writes blog posts for Boating Industry Magazine about social media and the marine industry. Josh will be speaking at the PowerSports Business Conference & Expo in September 2011 and the Marine Dealer Conference & Expo in November 2011. His sessions are titled: “Engage Your Customers Using Social Media”. You can follow Josh on Twitter at http://Twitter.com/StartEngaging or join him on Facebook at http://Facebook.com/StartEngaging | 8/9/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Preventing and Detecting Hidden Corrosion - Aug 02,2011 | AIR DATE August 2, 2011 Our Surveyors Roundtable members talk with Darel McCormick (NOAA Small Boat Program) about hidden corrosion. Based in Seattle, Darel is responsible for coordinating and scheduling boat inspections, as well as identifying applicable regulations, and marine surveying. In his time at NOAA, hes encountered many metal vessels with inaccessible structural areas. "Corrosion can take place in them unobserved," says Darel, "and this causes the hull to lose integrity." The ProBoat Radio surveyors have their own observations to share, so join us for some clues about what you can do to determine just what is going on in the areas you cant see. | 8/2/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Devlin Designing Boat Builders - Jul 26,2011 | Northwest designer and builder Sam Devlin says he likes a free-form approach to custom designing. Although he has numerous stock designs, he still wants to make sure he hits the mark with a new customer. “It’s important for me to get a feel for what they like in similar boats, and their boating lifestyle–both realistic and imagined.” In this ProBoat Radio West interview with Ann Avary, Sam will answer questions about how he works from that first conversation through to the preliminary design, hull lines, offsets, panel projections, bulkheads, and construction “3” views, before going on to make both detail drawings and engineering drawings. Join us to learn more about how one builder has developed a design process that serves his company and his customers well. | 7/26/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Copper Bottom Paint Regulations and Alternatives - Jul 19,2011 | Our previous show on copper-based bottom paints featured the coatings-industry point of view. In this segment, we’ll find out more about the environmental issues that are leading to bans on the west coast. Our guest, Nan Singhasemanon (California State Department of Pesticide Regulation), will fill us in on the current status of new legislation and why the regulations have so many supporters. We’ll also find out more about how coatings can prevent the growth of barnacles, algae, and other marine organisms, and we’ll find out what environmental concerns are associated with copper-based paint. Finally, we’ll discuss what California has already done to reduce copper contamination, and we’ll talk about existing and upcoming alternatives to copper-based paint. | 7/19/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Smart Phone On Board - Jul 12,2011 | Ben Ellison (Panbo) joins us to talk about the impact of smart phones on board and throughout the marine industry. What do you need to know about smart phones, tablets, and handheld navigation devices? We’ll cover both onboard and shoreside communications with smart phones, and we’ll talk about what data you might want to gather and display on your smart phone. And of course, we’ll answer the question, “Is there an app for that?” | 7/12/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Surveyors Roundtable: PBRadio's 100th Show - Jul 05,2011 | For our 100th show, we welcome back our Surveyors Roundtable: Pat Kearns, Jonathan Klopman, and Steve Knox. For almost two years, they have responded to listener questions about marine surveying on the first Tuesday of the month. For this show, we’ll review some of those questions and topics, which range from “What do I have to do to become a marine surveyor?” to “How do I make a good impression when Im called to testify?” We’ve also covered how to write marine survey reports, and what resources and tools to use to give those reports the professional finish that your clients want. More than once, we’ve focused on professionalism and ethic, a topic that is sometimes glossed over in the push to speed up report generation and moving on to the next job. Past shows also gave you some details on pre-purchase work, valuation surveys and how they differ from damage claims. We looked at severe damage in our show on catastrophes, and we discussed the details of surveying an older vessels in our episode on Classic Boats. At IBEX 2011, our Roundtable regulars will make a presentation on the hazards of marine surveying, following up on a radio show from a year ago. And in October, they talked to Dean Pike about Boat Moving and Lifting, a topic that ProBoat E-Training is developing as a hybrid course for boatyard personnel. And of course we’ve discussed technical topics including loose keels, coatings, corrosion, and more. We encourage you to submit your questions for our surveyors by sending an email to radio@proboat.com. (If you want to ask it on the air, be sure to include your name and phone number.) You can also ask question during the show in our chat room. We look forward to hearing from you. | 7/5/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Kurt Hughes Multihulls - Jun 28,2011 | Multihull designer Kurt Hughes will fill us in on how boatbuilders in Africa and India are working with his designs. We’ll also talk to him about his concept of “post-apocalyptic boatbuilding,” or “Strategies and Substitutions to save Money on Boat Construction.” Hughes has paid close attention to changes in the market and offers some interesting ideas about how builders can make boats more affordable. “Conventional wisdom says that building light is costly,” says Hughes. “If building light means carbon fiber, that is true. If building light instead means using superior engineering to configure the materials in efficient highest and best use, it saves cost.” Join us for this engaging episode of ProBoat Radio West, hosted by Ann Avary of the Northwest Center of Excellence in Marine Manufacturing and Technology. | 6/28/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Search Engine Optimization - Jun 21,2011 | So! Your website is up and running and looks great, but where are your visitors? As the marine industry becomes increasing visible online, that’s the big question–whether you are promoting a boat line, a marina, a repair yard, a training program, or a radio show. Maybe you need to increase your Search Engine Optimization (SEO) skills. What’s SEO? It’s an internet marketing strategy that takes into account how search engines operate, what your potential customers are searching for, and what search terms they are most likely to type in. To optimize your website, you need to know how to increase its relevance with appropriate keywords, and how to block any barriers that may be preventing customers from making contact seamlessly. At Dominion Marine Media, David Main specializes in SEO as well as search engine marketing, and social network marketing for Boats.com, YachtWorld.com, and Boat Trader. For this edition of ProBoat Radio, David joins us to share his expertise in the field of search engine optimization (SEO), and to give us all some advice on how to sharpen our competitive edge. | 6/21/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Safety on the Job - Jun 14,2011 | Fall protection and respirator standards are two top areas where OSHA inspectors find violations in boatyards, marinas, and production boatbuilding shops. Do you know how these regulations apply to your facility? At IBEX 2011, Kellie Thornell-Crete (Ink Inc.) will review all the steps that you need to take to be in compliance. On this show, she’ll give us an overview, tell you how the standards protect your workforce, and explain how a simple violation can spiral into a costly experience if you aren’t prepared. | 6/14/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Surveying Classic Boats - Jun 07,2011 | “Classic” is one of those enticing but unregulated terms like “Lite” or “Natural”: The value may well be perceived rather than real. When a boat owner believes that his or her boat has special characteristics that qualify it as a classic, though, what extra precautions and concerns should be taken by the surveyor writing up a valuation report — or a damage survey? The Pat Kearns article posted here will get you started on this topic. You might also want to read Jeremy McGeary’s Cruising World article, Old Boats for an Old Salt. | 6/7/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Wind Blade Challenge - May 31,2011 | For the past three years, high school students in Maine have competed in a Wind Blade Challenge, learning through hands-on application with math, science, and alternative energy. Responding to the 2011 challenge, students from across the state tested their skills to determine which team had the best performing wind wind blade rotor using a given set of advanced composite materials. Interestingly, the majority of sponsors who devoted time and resources to this project are from the marine industry. Our guest, Paul Williamson is Director and Industry Coordinator of the Maine Wind Industry Initiative. He says, “The event itself is a very interesting subject for the boatbuilding community. We have also done a bit of market research on other wind-related opportunities that are developing that boat builders may be able to provide services to, so we’ll touch on some of that as well.” | 5/31/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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ABBRA 2011 - May 24,2011 | For more than 60 Years, ABBRA has actively represented the boatyard and marine service industries. On this show, ABBRA President Pam Lendzion (Legendary Marina Management) will tell us about the organization’s mission, its plans for the coming year, and the products and services that it provides to its 250 members. We’ll also touch on the upcoming seminars that will be of special interest to boatyard employees and managers attending IBEX 2011 in Louisville, Kentucky. To comment or leave questions for Pam, check out our website at www.proboatradio.com. | 5/24/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Marine Antifoulant Coatings - May 17,2011 | Our guests are Neal Blossom (American Chemet Corporation) and Frank Winkleman (Pettit Paint), who fill us in on new regs affecting the use of antifoulants in California and Washington. But first, they also provide some solid information about marine antifoulants and biocides, and explain why copper will continue to be an important ingredient in bottom coatings well into the futures. | 5/17/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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National Marine Electronics Association (NMEAj) - May 10,2011 | This year at IBEX, the National Marine Electronics Association (NMEA) will be presenting six seminars covering a wide range of electronics topics. For this edition of ProBoat Radio, NMEA Technical Director Steve Spitzer will be on hand to fill you in on those sessions, and to talk about the role of NMEA within the marine industry. Join us to find out what this association has to offer you in terms of electronics education, communication, training and certification. As always, if you have questions for us, send them now to radio@proboat.com so we can answer them on the air for you. Got comments? Add them to the web page for this show, so we can continue the discussion. | 5/10/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Surveyors Roundtable: Expert Witness - May 03,2011 | You may have surveyed boats for many years, but does that qualify you to testify on marine-accident reconstruction in the eyes of your home state? If you advise boat owners on a regular basis, do you know whether or not you are breaching state insurance regulations for public adjusters? The first time that opposing counsel begins to grill you, you’ll discover what it really means to be an “expert witness” and you may leave the stand feeling somewhat shaken. Our surveyors will share their own courtroom experiences, and they’ll point out the key elements that could pose substantial barriers to your testimony in court, too. | 5/3/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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ProBoat Radio WEST - Innovations and IBEX - Apr 26,2011 | Ann Avary (Northwest Center of Excellence for Manufacturing & Technology) will talk about her experience at IBEX 2010, investigating the annual innovation awards. | 4/26/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Glue and You - Apr 19,2011 | For years, many of us have turned to J.R.Watson at Gougeon Brothers (Bay City, Michigan) when we had questions about glue. Or questions about epoxy resins, hardeners, and a lot of other products. After more than two decades of offering tech support to WEST System customers, J.R. has become a true storehouse of information, and for this show, we invite you to send in your toughest glue questions for J.R. But do it now, because he is going to retire soon. We may also ask him about the 30 or so boats he’s built for himself, and maybe he’ll be willing to tell us about some of his favorite projects, which have ranged from hovercraft to telescopes. WoodenBoat Editor Matt Murphy will be on hand to conduct the interview, and this should be a very entertaining and enjoyable show for all. Don’t forget. Send your questions now to radio@proboat.com | 4/19/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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North Carolina Marine Trades - Apr 12,2011 | Mike Bradley (North Carolina Marine Trades) will join us to talk about the boating industry in his state, as well as his upcoming IBEX 2011 presentation on how supply chain clusters can help employers both create and retain jobs. | 4/12/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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How Not to be a Marine Surveyor - Apr 05,2011 | From the outside looking in, survey work – especially for damage claims – may look like easy money. All you need is a little technical knowledge of boats, a check list, a couple of how-to courses, and a clipboard, right? Print up some business cards, and you’re good to go. Except for a couple of key components: Professionalism and Ethics. What’s the real route to marine surveying as a career commitment? What is the proper place in a surveyor’s education for how-to courses and boilerplate protocol? While following a survey checklist may make the insurance adjustor happy -- and settle a claim sooner -- how can clients know they have gotten the best possible information? Join us to talk about how surveyors can build strong foundations for their practices, and how that solid ground will prepare them to handle damage claims and other processes as professionals. | 4/5/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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ProBoat Radio WEST: Marine Schools - Mar 29,2011 | Training/Education and Community Perception: not always in harmony: When we think of the challenges that face training and education providers, most of us think of enrollments, class sizes and the cost of tuition. Seldom do we consider the sometimes difficult world of local politics and community perception of a program, and consequently the value an education provider represents to the local and regional community, in terms of economic impact and the skill sets obtained. ProBoat West will explore this issue in our March 29 show. Join Ann Avary and her guests -- Bob Turcotte of The Boat School at Husson College and Gregg Trunnell of Pacific Maritime Institute -- as they explore this topic in depth. | 3/29/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Modular Fabrication - Mar 22,2011 | Our guest from Tipton Design and Engineering will explain modular fabrication and describe how it can change the way boats are built. | 3/22/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Tales of India - Mar 08,2011 | Rob Kaidy, N.A. (Stuart, Florida) and Barbara Jean Walsh (Berkeley, California) will talk about their experiences in India and offer some insight into the culture and opportunities for the marine industry there. | 3/8/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Surveyors Roundtable: Gadget - Mar 01,2011 | Our surveyors return to talk about moisture meters and other devices that help to tell the story. | 3/1/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Legendary Marine - Feb 22,2011 | Fred Pace with Legendary Marine will join us to talk about marina management. | 2/22/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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ProBoat Radio WEST Feb 2011 - Feb 15,2011 | Host Ann Avary will talk about ways to find funding for marine-industry training programs. | 2/15/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Axcell Yachts - Feb 08,2011 | When Catamaran Met Hovercraft: Our guest is Bruce Barsumian, founder and president of MACS Research, parent company of Axcell Yachts. We'll be talking about the new AXCELL 650 Catamaran Sport Yacht and its proprietary HybridAir™ Technology. In designing this remarkable craft, Barsumian borrowed a few ideas from the hovercraft market and developed a new surface effect hull form with large, open air chambers in the bottom of each of the catamaran's hulls. Each hull is injected with with pressurized air. The result? Approximately 50 percent of the vessel's weight is supported on an air cushion that separates most of the hull's running surface from the water. | 2/8/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Surveyors Roundtable: Corrosion - Feb 01,2011 | What do surveyors need to know corrosion? We’ll discuss how to assess the types of damage that can occur, recognize common mistakes, and make the appropriate recommendations for averting additional problems. | 2/1/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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More on Lean Systems - Jan 25,2011 | David Veech returns to answer your questions about how lean manufacturing techniques can improve work flow -- and profit flow -- in marine industry businesses. | 1/25/11 | Free | View In iTunes |
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ProBoat Radio WEST Dec 2010 - Dec 21,2010 | Our West Coast Host Ann Avary offers a little slice of the marine systems pie as we focus on electrical and corrosion. Our guest is Kevin Ritz of Cruising Essentials out of Scappoose, Oregon. Kevin has 20 plus years of experience in the industry and is widely regarded as an electrical and corrosion expert. We’ll talk about how this critical aspect of systems has evolved, what the future looks like, and why it is such an important topic for builders and yards alike. And of course we welcome your questions and comments! | 12/21/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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ProBoat E-Training Online Open House - Dec 14,2010 | If you have ever wondered what a ProBoat E-Training course really looks like, visit the Online Open House to sample all of PBE-T’s currently available offerings. On this week’s show, we’ll officially open the doors and talk you through the different possibilities for you as a student, or as a potential instructors. To access the Open House, you need to register so you can participate in the forums, ask questions of the instructors, and so on. To register, go to www.pbbetraining.com and (1) log-in with your PBE-T username and password or (2) sign up. After you have done that, select the Open House from the list of courses, and enter the key fHOUb3U when prompted. (After Dec 27, the Open House will be available via "guest access" as well.) | 12/14/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Surveyors Rountable: Difficult Decisions - Dec 07,2010 | This week we’ll talk about some of the awkward situations that come into a professional marine surveyor’s life For example, what you you do when you know something the other guy doesn’t know? We’ll discuss how to decide when you should or shouldn’t take an assignment, and how to determine whether new business is good business — or not. We’ll also talk about the ethical issues that come into play when you are asked to do a prepurchase survey on a boat that you already surveyed for the the present owner (1, 6, 11 years ago); or if you are asked to survey a boat for which you previously handled a hurricane damage claim. Join us to consider these and other dilemmas and difficult situations. | 12/7/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Lean Marine - Nov 30,2010 | David Veech (Institute for Lean Systems) will explain by adopting a lean management system is good advice for the marine industry. | 11/30/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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CNC Milling of Plugs and Molds - Nov 16,2010 | Following our IBEX seminar on this topic, a number of people said they wanted to continue this discussion, so here is your change. Our speakers - JP Schroeder and Doug Blount - will be joining us. | 11/16/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Innovations for Marine Industry Training - Nov 09,2010 | Whether your training takes place in a classroom or on the shop floor, you will want to listen in to hear about some of the new tools available to you. This show will be a recap of the four-hour workshop presented at IBEX 2010 by members of MITEC (Marine Industry Training & Education Council). | 11/9/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Surveyors Roundtable Nov 2010 - Nov 02,2010 | Our surveyors once again offer a candid discussion about the topics affecting marine surveying today. | 11/2/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Inverters and Inverter/Chargers from Xantrex - Oct 19,2010 | As Senior Sales Manager for Xantrex Technology, Bruce Ramsay is involved in OEM sales in North America, as well as in new-business development initiatives for the aftermarket. He's well aware of the demands that electronic products can put on a boat's power grid, and the trends that are underway as consumers choose inverters and inverter changers to add to their enjoyment of recreational boating. On this show, we'll discuss consumer trends, and we'll also learn how Xantrex is working with regulatory agencies such as ABYC, NMMA, and others, to ensure boater safety, and we'll find out about the company's testing and forecasting programs, as well as the new TECH DOCTOR educational program. | 10/19/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Innovation - Oct 12,2010 | This show is a reprise of an IBEX 2010 session presented by Ed Sutt of Simpson Strong-Tie. Ed says, “For all companies–including boatbuilders and marine manufacturers fighting to win in a competitive marketplace–innovation is a powerful tool. Few people, though, understand how to create something that is truly new, or how to drive their unique concept from idea to product even within their own company.” We’ll talk about how to reinforce the importance of innovation in your workplace, and how to identify which areas of your company can benefit the most as you develop creative processes and new products. Ed will also outline a number of proven methods that you can implement to break down barriers to change, and make your company more competitive. Join us to hear about some real-world examples of products that became profitable for companies that followed the methods that Ed will describe for you. | 10/12/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Surveyors Roundtable: Boat moving and hauling - Oct 05,2010 | Our surveyors join Dean Pike (Husson College) to discuss boat moving and hauling. Dean is starting to work with ProBoat E-Training to develop a straddle-lift course, and our surveyors have a vested interest in how quickly and efficiently yards can move boats. Pat Kearns told us earlier, "The straddle lift situation is one that hits me too often as I am considered a royal pain by lift operators in that I request that a boat be, at least, keel blocked when left in the lift slings for a short haul for survey." Join us to find out what more Pat, Jonathan, and Steve have to say on this subject. | 10/5/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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IBEX 2010 Onsite Sept 29 - Sep 29,2010 | Ann Avary and Pat Kearns interview IBEX attendees & speakers. | 9/29/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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How do you like Louisville? - Sep 27,2010 | Testing from IBEX | 9/27/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Fabric Trends and Future Predictions - Sep 21,2010 | This show will look at marine textiles and how they are developed to follow trend indicators from automotive, apparel, and other industries. Join us to find out what changes are ahead in terms of textures, colors, and materials. Our guest is Dee Duncan, CEO of Keyston Bros., a 142-year-old, highly respected, Atlanta-based national supplier of wholesale vinyl, leather and fabric. | 9/21/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Northwest Center of Excellence - Sep 14,2010 | How can regional centers of excellence - and related organizations - help you develop and improve your business? In this show, we'll look at the resources offered by the Northwest Center of Excellence for Marine Manufacturing and Technology (Oak Harbor, WA). Supporting a strong alliance of private industry, education, economic and workforce development professionals, the Center works to increase the surrounding area's competitiveness in the marine industries. Listen in to find out more about what kind of services and information you can obtain from the center closest to you, as well as specifics about programs now taking place in the Northwest arena. | 9/14/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Surveyors Roundtable Prepurchase Surveys - Sep 07,2010 | In the prepurchase survey, there are multiple dynamics of location, e.g, boat (afloat in one place; hauled out in another), buyer, seller, broker, each of which can be in a different location. The surveyor knows where to show up but the boat might live in a slip at a private dock and need to be moved to a yard for haulout. Who’s job is this? When do we want the boat hauled? What about the engine surveyor’s needs? Who’s operating the boat for the test run? Where do we start the job? At the private dock with the boat afloat or at the yard? For example, Pat Kearns says she will refuse (yes, refuse) to enter a hot engine space and the engine surveyor will want to start with cold engines. How does that get coordinated? Who is responsible to ensure that the boat is ready to survey? What about a boat with lockers that are stuffed with owner’s gear? What about a boat that has been in storage for several years? what are the issues? Fuel quality? What about the boat that doesn’t have the required safety gear onboard for the test run? Remember, though all this, that the surveyor may have traveled a hundred miles to the job. | 9/7/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Workforce Develpment - Aug 24,2010 | TUESDAY AUGUST 24, 2010 Workforce Development For this show, we'll focus on a number of the issues being tracked by members and supporters of the Marine Industry Training & Education Council (MITEC) . What is the state of our available workforce? How will we find, recruit, and retain new workers as the economy starts to grow again? What changes can we expect to see in our workforce? And how can we as an industry, and as individual schools and companies, find the funding we need to train our workers in the skill sets they will need to become boat builders, repairers, and technicians. We encourage you to send us your questions in advance. Please email them to radio@proboat.com or click here to list them on the web page for this show. (Note: This episode will be hosted by Ann Avary from the Center of Excellence for Marine Manufacturing & Technology at Skagit Valley College in Oak Harbor, Washington.) | 8/24/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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IBEX 2010: What's New? - Aug 17,2010 | Want to know what’s new for IBEX 2010? Marketing Director Anne Dunbar will be joining us with details, starting with the news that IBEX is having an Opening Night Party in the streets of downtown Louisville, and the entire marine industry is invited. “We have good reasons to celebrate,” says Anne. “Phones are ringing and booths are selling at IBEX. We already have more than 60 NEW, never-been-to-IBEX-before exhibitors, with more signing on each day, and that’s a strong indication that our industry is on the rebound.” We’ll also let you know about special events, our pre-conferences, exhibitor workshops, and and all the other activities that wrap around the exhibit hall and seminar program. | 8/17/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Trailer Boating with Laurie Pedrick - Aug 10,2010 | Our guest will be Laurie Pedrick of Couplemate Trailer Parts (Reno, Nevada). Laurie has been instrumental in launching the North American headquarters for this Australian company, so we will be asking her about that aspect of business, as well as an overview of trailer-boating in general, as well as Couplemate’s commitment to customer service. | 8/10/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Surveyors Roundtable on Damage Claims - Aug 03,2010 | One of our roundtable members, Steve Knox, spends the majority of his time now handling damage claims. This show is your opportunity to send us some questions to radio@proboat.com for Steve to answer. We'll also discuss the need to ensure, at first contact, that everyone knows what part they play in the claim process and to establish the rules of engagement, e.g., who is expected to do what. As marine surveyor Pat Kearns says, "Claim time is sometimes emotionally charged so it's important to get the protocol in place early to keep everyone inside their boundaries of authority and responsibility." | 8/3/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Green is Good - Jul 27,2010 | ProBoat West focuses on green technology this month, and is pleased to host Scott Reynvaan to talk about the AquaCat Marine Catalytic Converter. If you have an interest in new and emerging clean technologies, this show is for you! Learn about how the AquaCat technology results in reduced emissions, fuel consumption and stronger engine performance. We'll talk about how innovative design and technology has a place in the very competitive marine market. | 7/27/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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IBEX 2010: The Seminar Program - Jul 20,2010 | ProBoat Editor Aaron Porter will be on hand to answer questions about this years bigger-than-ever seminar program, featuring 12 tracks and 68 individual sessions for marine professionals attending IBEX 2010 in Louisville, KY (Sept 28 - 30). | 7/20/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Sterling Power USA - Jul 13,2010 | Mark Grasser from Sterling-Power-USA join us to talk about this interesting start-up company and its line of onboard power-management products. | 7/13/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Surveyors Roundtable July 2010 - Jul 06,2010 | Pat Kearns & Jonathan Klopman continue our ongoing discussion about the process of marine surveying. | 7/6/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Northwest Exports - Jun 29,2010 | Ann Avary hosts this week's show | 6/29/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Anniversary Show with Andre Cocquyt - Jun 22,2010 | The return of the GRP Guru | 6/22/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Rebuilding the American Pearl for Tori Murden McClure - Jun 15,2010 | On Dec 3, 1999, Tori Murden McClure won the honor of becoming the first American -- and the first woman -- to row solo across the Atlantic. Before she was able to complete her landmark trip successfully, however, she needed to make major repairs to her small vessel, which had undergone severe damage during a previous attempt to make the crossing. On this show, naval architect Eric Sponberg will talk about the technical aspects of rebuilding The American Pearl, racing against the clock to have all work done in time for Tori's launch date. Tori Murden McClure will be the Keynote Speaker at the Industry Breakfast, to be held Tuesday Sept 28, as part of IBEX 2010 in Louisville, Kentucky. | 6/15/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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IBEX 2010 Q & A - Jun 08,2010 | IBEX moves to Louisville, Kentucky, this year. Join us to learn more about IBEX 2010, who will be exhibiting, what seminars and demonstrations will be offered, and why this change in venue is a positive one for you. Send your questions now to radio@proboat.com. | 6/8/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Surveyors Roundtable: Hazards of Marine Surveying - Jun 01,2010 | What could possibly go wrong? Join us as our surveyors talk about perils of their occupation and consider what your rights and liabilities are when you encounter something in a survey that you are obviously not meant to see. | 6/1/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Update on Boatbuilding in China PART TWO - May 18,2010 | Continuing our discussion with Vic Duppenthaler about his experiences working in the Pingsha Yacht Industry District near Zhuhai in Mainland China. | 5/18/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Bob Long and Marine Concepts (Cape Coral FL) - May 11,2010 | Marine Concepts is the most extensive and experienced composites tooling, and fiberglass parts manufacturer in the United States and abroad. Located in Cape Coral, Pine Island and Sarasota, Florida, with more than 60,000 square feet of facilities, Marine Concepts employs designers, engineers, master carpenters, and trade craftsman within the composite tooling industry. | 5/11/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Surveyors Roundtable: Valuation Surveys - May 04,2010 | In this episode, our surveyors will discuss their concerns about placing a value on a boat in today's market. Case in point: A dozen "sister" boats with prices spanning from mid-30s to almost 100k. How can a surveyor come up with a fair price for the client? Keeping in mind that the value of a boat is always a fluid concept that varies with time, location, and condition, we'll dedicate this show to the actual process of valuation. Guests: Pat Kearns, Jon Klopman, and Steve Knox. | 5/4/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Pacific Northwest update - Apr 27,2010 | Ann Avary, Director at Center of Excellence for Marine Manufacturing & Technology, joins us for a discussion about how the global market place, and other factors, are affecting the marine industry in the Pacific Northwest. | 4/27/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Update on Boatbuilding in China - Apr 18,2010 | This prerecorded interview with Vic Duppenthaler (Maxi Marine, Zhuhai, China) will cover the changes that have taken place in the boatbuilding community there since ProBoat's coverage of the Pingsha area in 2006. | 4/18/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Rob Kaidy: Naval Architecture - Apr 13,2010 | Another opportunity to hear Rob talk about the state of his profession. | 4/13/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Surveyors Roundtable: Resources - Apr 06,2010 | Before you hit the deck to do an inspection, there are a few things you can do to give yourself and, ultimately, your client important information that is easily gathered on the Internet. A little web research that begins with a Google of, for example, the boat model, will provide useful "heads up" detail that you can have in hand before you ever set foot in the yard. Here are just a few of the areas of published information that you can research to prepare yourself for "meeting" your next patient. Manufacturer Boat model Machinery Recalls Check owner's associations, boat owner blogs, etc. (alias, boat gossip, other "experts" and, of course, the BoatUS records of complaints Warranty information | 4/6/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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ProBoat Radio WEST - Workforce Development - Mar 30,2010 | Getting beyond the usual suspects...growing the new marine industry's workforce Join your host Ann Avary and her co-host for the March 30 show, Terri Thayer from the Center of Excellence for Advanced Manufacturing and Process and Control Technology at Bellingham Technical College. We'll be discussing emerging technologies, geographic mobility, first and second generation immigrants, retiring boomers, transitioning military personnel and the global market place have forced employers to seek a highly skilled workforce in new places with new faces. How are we leveraging resources to reach across industry boundaries and provide the marine and other industries the talent they are seeking? Find out how high tech training is changing the way the workforce looks. | 3/30/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Rhode Island Marine Trades - Mar 30,2010 | Our Rhode Island guests are Susan Daly, VP of Marketing for IYRS and the Chair of RIMTA’s Education and Training Committee and Wendy Mackie, Executive Director for MY TURN, Inc and Coordinator for the Industry Skills Development Initiative for the Marine Trades. These two representatives from RI Marine Trades Association’s Education and Training committee will be discussing components of their workforce development efforts with youth, new and incumbent workers as well as their membership. The discussion will include career awareness and exposure programming for 14-21 year olds, training available to the industry’s existing and upcoming workforce as well as strategic alliances which strengthen their overall impact for the RIMTA membership. · Composites & Green Technology – IYRS’s new composites program, RIMTA’s Green Marine Series, diversification of revenue streams for sustainability · Career Awareness and Entry Level Training – High School / Afterschool Programming, Career Awareness Video, Career Center Presence · Training – full spectrum of training available to support new and incumbent workforce right here in RI, new training being developed | 3/30/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Maine Marine Trades - Mar 23,2010 | Our show this week will focused on activities, events, and plans put into motion by the Maine Marine Trades Association. Susan Swanton described what this very active MTA has to offer to its membership -- and to the rest of us. Susan also introduced us to Tuesdi Woodworth, the new director of the Marine Systems Training Center (MSTC). Listen now to find out how MMTA has taken on "ownership" of the MSTC and to learn all the reasons why companies should become part of their own MTA. | 3/23/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Personal Protective Equipment - Mar 16,2010 | Personal Protection Equipment (PPE) -- or lack thereof -- is one of the most cited OSHA violations. Times have changed, technology has changed, rules have changed. If you have not recently reviewed your PPE Program, it is time to do it! Hazard Assessments must be thorough, understood, and used as an everyday guide to achieving compliance, but most importantly, it is PROTECTION for your employees. | 3/16/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Surveyors Roundtable: Professionalism - Mar 09,2010 | This time we'll focus on ethics, technical ability, and quality of reporting. This is not a small point, and it seems to get glossed over in what some see as a relentless quest to push marketing and speed of reporting. What do industry professionals want to see in surveyors? Join us to find out. | 3/9/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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The Business of Naval Architecture - Mar 02,2010 | Rob Kaidy (Ocean5 Naval Architects Inc., Stuart, Florida) joins us to discuss the state of the Naval Architecture business today, and how it relates to the overall marine industry. Says Rob, "I think this topic will appeal to a broad audience as we consider the changes taking place in the market for naval architecture services, the rise of the retail services buyer, the state of the boatbuilding, the government market, and what might happen next." | 3/2/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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More on Multihulls - Feb 23,2010 | Kurt Hughes returns to continue last month's discussion on the future of multihull design. | 2/23/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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The Perfect Employer - Feb 16,2010 | Our panelists from MITEC will join us again for Part Two of their conversation on Perfect Employees and Perfect Employers. What are the characteristics of the Perfect Employer, and how can you become one to draw in the best possible people for your company’s workforce? Join us to find out. | 2/16/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Volvo Penta: A Case Study - Feb 09,2010 | Once again, we’ll focus on an individual company and find out more about how it has adapted to a changing economy. Phil Gaynor from Volvo Penta will join us to discuss how VP works with its dealer network and its customer base to thrive. We’ll also find out how this company has developed as an industry leader, and what lies ahead. | 2/9/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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ProBoat Radio WEST - Premiere - Feb 02,2010 | Introducing Technology Engineering & Aptitude (TEA): In this first edition of our new once-a-month ProBoat Radio WEST show, we will discuss how we influence young people to consider careers in the marine industry. In the northwest, The Center for Excellence has leveraged resources and collaborated with other industries to develop initiatives aimed at introducing young people to marine-industry skill sets and education options. One example of this effort is the Mother Daughter Technology Engineering & Aptitude (TEA). Designed for middle school girls and their mothers, this hugely successful engineer-led event is an opportunity for the girls to build hovercrafts, bridges, and even rockets primarily with kitchen-drawer items. Join us to find out more about the new workforce that you may not have even imagined yet. Host: Ann Avary (Center of Excellence for Marine Manufacturing & Technology). Guests: Mary Kaye Bredeson (Center of Excellence for Aerospace and Advanced Materials Manufacturing) and Celeste Baine (Engineering Education Service Center) | 2/2/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Surveyors Roundtable: Tools of the Trade - Feb 02,2010 | Last month we discussed some of the ways marine surveyors can use technology in preparing the types of reports that enhance their profitability and their reputations. This month, we’ll take a look at some of the tool that they like to use out in the field, including digital cameras, to enhance those same reports. | 2/2/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Bob Lacovara on Composites - Jan 26,2010 | The latest issue of ProBoat includes an article by Bob Lacovara that you will want to read before you tune in for this week’s show. We’ll have ProBoat Senior Editor Aaron Porter as well as Bob on the line as we discuss his article, and try to answer your questions about this take on marine composites. | 1/26/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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The Perfect Employee - Jan 19,2010 | As the economy improves, the marine industry will be regrouping and coming back into a leaner and more productive environment. As you start to retool your organization, what qualities and skills will you be seeking in your employees? Our panelists from the Marine Industry Training & Education Council (MITEC) will discuss how to find the best people for your projects, including how to train up the folks you already have. | 1/19/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Multihulls! - Jan 12,2010 | This week our guests will be Kurt Hughes (Kurt Hughes Multihull Designs) as well as Pete Melvin and Gino Morrelli (Morrelli & Melvin) to talk about how they have seen multihull design develop, and where they think it is headed. | 1/12/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Surveyors Roundtable: Writing Survey Reports - Jan 05,2010 | What are the components that will turn your survey report into a product that will represent your business savvy and standards knowledge as well as your marine-industry skills? Join us to learn more about how to write the best possible marine survey report, when to use boilerplate, and when to add disclaimers. | 1/5/10 | Free | View In iTunes |
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REPLAY: IBEX Moves to Louisville in 2010 - Dec 29,2009 | In 2010, IBEX moves to Louisville, KY, so last October, Barbara Jean Walsh and ProBoat Publisher Carl Cramer about that new venue with special guest Jim Wood from the Louisville Convention and Visitors Bureau. This is an entertaining show that will fill you in on life in Louisville and tell you why IBEX's move to Kentucky will be a great benefit to exhibitors and attendees alike. For more info on IBEX 2009, go to http://ibexshow.com/ibex2010.php, or to learn even more about Louisville, go to http://www.gotolouisville.com. | 12/29/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Learning About Marine Electrical Systems - Dec 22,2009 | The first batch of students has now completed ProBoat E-Training's Intro to Marine Electrical Systems, and Part Two is well underway. Listen in as PBE-T instructor Ed Scott talks about translating his years of hands-on experience into a format that works online. We'll welcome your questions about systems, as well as any you might have about online training. Pat Kearns, who teaches our "Wordsmithing for Marine Surveyors" course will be on hand, too. | 12/22/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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All About ABBRA - Dec 15,2009 | If you are working in a boatyard or a marine-service facility, you should know about the American Boat Builders & Repairers Association (ABBRA). Based in Warren, Rhode Island, ABBRA is the hub for a growing network of marine professionals. Executive Director Mark Amaral joins us to bring you up to date on ABRRA’s extensive list of services and opportunities. | 12/15/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Surveyors Rountable - Dec 08,2009 | Join our marine surveyors as they take your questions about case studies and work out in the field. | 12/8/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Kellie Thornell-Crete - Dec 01,2009 | What you need to know about boatyard regs and compliance. | 12/1/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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REPLAY: Conversation with the GRP Guru - Nov 24,2009 | We're on vacation this week, so we are offering you a second chance to listen to our July 2009 show and hear the GRP Guru Andre Cocquyt'a comments about vacuum infusion processes, the shift to wind power, and more We also encourage you to check out Andre's blog at http://compositesguru.wordpress.com and his website at http://www.grpguru.com before you listen to this show. | 11/24/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Trends in Marine Electronics - Nov 17,2009 | Ben Ellison of the popular Panbo.com blog will share the latest and the best new electronic gadgets and devices with us, looking specifically at equipment of interest to boat builders and repairers. | 11/17/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Surveyors Roundtable feat. Tim Graul - Nov 10,2009 | A few episodes back, naval architect Tim Graul sent in a question about fin-keel boats and loose keels. We discussed that question with Tim in more detail, so be sure to listen in to what our panel had to say about keel issues and other concerns, including belt-guards -- and lack of them -- on new marine engines. | 11/10/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Regs for Non-Marine Markets - Nov 03,2009 | POSTPONED FROM OCT 27: Exploring other markets? Great idea, but you also need to know the regs and regulations for those new endeavors. Our guest Tom John says, "Don't pay the profits in penalties because you didn't know about the regs in non-boat areas." Join us as Tom explains some of the details that can stand between you and success in putting your composites skills to work in a non-marine setting. | 11/3/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Robotics for Marine Coatings - Oct 20,2009 | Steve Morton from Visions East gives us an update on robotics, specifically ones for applying coatings. | 10/20/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Live from IBEX 2009: Composites - Oct 14,2009 | Listen in to find out how to pronounce "composites" and what IBEX exhibitors had to say about their composite products. Guests included Richard Downs-Honey (High Modulus) and others. | 10/14/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Live from IBEX 2009: Cool Stuff - Oct 13,2009 | Our on-the-show-floor show visited some vendors of very interesting products. Tune in now to learn more. | 10/13/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Live from IBEX 2009: Education & Training - Oct 12,2009 | Listen in to find out what IBEX exhibitors had to say about trends in marine education and training. | 10/12/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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IBEX 2010: The Move to Louisville - Oct 06,2009 | In 2010, IBEX moves to Louisville, KY, so we talked about that new venue with special guest Jim Wood from the Louisville Convention and Visitors Bureau. | 10/6/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Surveyors Roundtable Returns - Sep 29,2009 | Join us for another discussion about the art and state of marine surveying. | 9/29/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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The Cheshire Cat: a true tale of naval architecture, intrigue, and murder! - Sep 22,2009 | Eric Sponberg may be the only person in the world who has reason to use the words "naval architecture, intrigue, and murder" in a single sentence. Join us to find out how he achieved that claim to fame. He'll spin the tale, and we invite you to tune in with your questions, too. | 9/22/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Clean Marine Solutions - Sep 15,2009 | Environmental compliance enforcement at boat yards and marinas has ramped up. In NC, tough new regulations specifically targeting boat yards and marinas comes into effect on Sept 1 for coastal marinas as well as those on lakes and rivers. Marina operators in other states are also feeling the heat, and the enforcement in other countries is even more advanced than the in US. Join us and guest David Flagler (Clean Marine Solutions LLC) to find out more about meeting this new regulations - and turning "clean" into "green" and "green" into revenue. | 9/15/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Fire Protection - Sep 08,2009 | Professional Boat Builder contributing editor Steve D'Antonio (www.stevedmarineconsulting.com) and ABYC master technician and marine fire-protection expert John McDevitt (Jmcdevittcaptain@aol.com) team up to give you up to date information about Marine Fire Protection including on board fire-suppression and detection systems. Listen in to have your questions answered about about fire loss data, prevention, detection, egress, and suppression. This show will be packed with new information. | 9/8/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Surveyors Rountable - Sep 01,2009 | What's going on in the surveying segment of the Marine Industry? Tune in to hear our panel members' perspectives. | 9/1/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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IBEX 2009 & Shake-A-Leg Miami - Aug 25,2009 | This show offered a brief reminder about IBEX, but mostly centered around a conversation with our special guest, Shake-A-Leg Miami's founder Harry Horgan. We talked about our partnership in his "Ship Shape" project and key events, including the first ever IBEX Regatta - featuring O'Pen Bic racers. Interested in being a Ship Shape volunteer? Go to http://shipshape.eventbrite.com now! | 8/25/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Gougeon Brothers Inc.: Party Like It's 1969 - Aug 18,2009 | On Aug. 22, Gougeon Brothers Inc. will celebrate its 40th anniversary. Join us as we talk with some of the key players about this remarkable employee-owned company and its diverse customer base. | 8/18/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Gold Coast Yachts - Aug 11,2009 | Built by a skilled team of craftsmen trained in a variety of composite construction techniques, the vessels produced by Gold Coast Yachts in the US Virgin Islands reflect the company's years of experience in commercial vessel construction, operation, deliveries, and living aboard. Behind the scenes, a computer-aided design and engineering team and a systems design team work to meet the structural, mechanical, electrical, plumbing and USCG demands of each project. Beyond all that though, Gold Coast Yachts has a reputation for promoting quality in the workplace and in the community, too. The Gold Coast philosophy is "Relationships are more important than issues." For this show, Roger Hatfield and Rich Difede will joined us to talk about how following that principle has played out for this successful company. | 8/11/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Boatbuilding in the Pacific Northwest - Aug 04,2009 | Listen to our discussion about boatbuilding in the Pacific Northwest. Our guests will be Chris Duppenthaler (Northwest Trawlers), Mike Swietzer (Skagit Valley College), and Ann Avary (Northwest Center of Excellence for Marine Manufacturing & Technology). | 8/4/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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IBEX 2009 (October 12 - 14, 2009) - Jul 28,2009 | IBEX Show producers and staff will be on hand to answer all your questions about this year's IBEX trade show, conference, and related events. | 7/28/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Chesapeake Marine Railway - Jul 21,2009 | Chesapeake Marine Railway is the new name for a legendary boatyard. Known since the 1920s as Deagle's, this yard has a colorful history, but more than that, it is still thriving in a time when many yards are failing. Current owners Jon and Rick Farinholt joined us to talk about what they are doing right in their attempt to return this yard back to its glory days. They also discussed the major renovation of the 114-ft sailing vessel Ring-Andersen and told us their plans for additional projects in wood, composites, and steel. For more info about Chesapeake Marine Railway, visit their website at http://www.chesapeakemarinerailway.com. | 7/21/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Q & A on Ethanol for boats - Jul 14,2009 | NMMA's John McKnight joined us to answer your questions about ethanol. Here's some background: Today’s boats and marine engines are designed to operate on E-10. The EPA has received a waiver from Growth Energy to increase the ethanol content in gasoline to 15%. The EPA has until December to decide whether or not to allow 15% ethanol in the US gasoline supply. Engine manufacturers will be working with the Department of Energy this summer to begin testing E-15 on select engines. The move towards increasing the ethanol content in gasoline is being driven by the mandate that requires 36 billion gallons of bio fuel in the US fuel supply by 2022. For more information, go to http://capwiz.com/nmma/home/ | 7/14/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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Conversation with the GRP Guru - Jul 07,2009 | For Show Number One, GRP Guru Andre Cocquyt shared some fast-breaking news in the composites world about closed molding. Listen now to find out why planning to switch from building boats to building wind-power blades might NOT be your best bet, but there other other good examples out there of what builders are doing to thrive and survive. We also encourage you to check out Andre's blog at http://compositesguru.wordpress.com and his website at http://www.grpguru.com before you listen to this show. | 7/7/09 | Free | View In iTunes |
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