A 2018 article in Sport Fishing magazine reported that new technologies in glass molding and bonding have resulted in better visibility, safety, and style in boat windshields and windows. Writer Jim Hendricks notes, “The new wave of glass windshields and windows is not just strong and durable, but also affords more styling choices and superior visibility… Read more »
Hodgdon Yachts is America’s oldest boat builder, dating its operation back to 1816, in East Boothbay, Maine. The company is still family-owned today and one of its divisions specializes in Superyacht tender construction. ProCurve Glass recently supplied high performance marine glazing to Hodgdon for a 9.5-meter tender designed by Michael Peters Yacht Design to accompany a Superyacht built… Read more »
ProCurve Glass is always ready to take on challenges in glass fabrication for the marine industry. A project for Roscioli Donzi’s R76 Sportish luxury yacht is a perfect example of ProCurve’s ability to meet the challenges of today’s designers. How Do They Do It? It starts with accurate measurements, followed by an unwavering focus on quality during manufacturing,… Read more »
Visibility and safety are two major concerns affecting the performance of glass windshields during the winter months. De-icing ferry, train, and other transportation windshields can be accomplished with special glass laminates that incorporate wire-grid technology. ProCurve Glass is your source for these heated glass products. The Spread of Windshield Cracks Increases in the Winter If… Read more »
If you own or run a yacht, you are very much aware that it requires constant maintenance and checkups in order to ensure it is always able to operate to its fullest potential. The window system is no exception and has important maintenance tasks that are needed to ensure they last the lifetime of the… Read more »
Classification societies are non-governmental organizations that are in place to provide rules and regulations for how ships must be built. The goal of classification societies is to make sure that boats are safe and designed and built to handle the task they were built to do. These societies oversee the design and construction of new… Read more »
After getting new marine glass for your boat, it is very important to be always checking up and inspecting the caulk tip out around the glass. The caulk needs to be bonded to both the glass and the boat. If it’s not still bonded, then it should be re-tipped when you see that it is… Read more »
Many boat owners know that the look and condition of their boat is extremely important. Whatever boat you have, the attractiveness and safety are at the top of the priority list. With Bent Marine Glass, it will enhance the functionality and protection of your boat. With the summer months just around the corner, you may… Read more »
Are you a commercial vessel owner or operator looking to connect with vendors who work in the maritime industry, or are you a boat builder, a shipyard owner, or a marine architect looking to connect with those who could help you do your job more effectively? Then you will definitely want to be at the… Read more »
Laminated glass can be some of the strongest and most durable types of glass around. It’s made by taking two or more pieces of glass and bonding them together with an interlayer in between them. This provides laminated glass with its strength and prevents it from shattering in the event that it’s ever broken. Thanks… Read more »