Most yacht owners only hear the term “electrical survey” once, during a pre-purchase inspection, and never again. That’s a mistake. The same diagnostics that protect a buyer from an expensive surprise are just as valuable....
Shore power is the system every yacht depends on the moment it’s tied up, and it’s also one of the least understood. Most owners only think about it when something trips, smells hot, or stops....
Every year, the weeks leading into the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show turn into a scramble. Boats that have been sitting quietly all summer suddenly need to be guest-ready, dock-ready, and show-ready all at once....
Marine electrical systems operate in one of the harshest environments on earth. Saltwater, constant vibration, temperature swings, humidity, and the risk of galvanic corrosion combine to create failure modes that simply don’t exist on land.....
Audio visual and IT systems on a yacht are not the same as what goes in a home or office. The marine environment — constant vibration, saltwater corrosion, humidity, and voltage fluctuations — destroys standard....
Overhauling the electrical systems of your boat can be a daunting prospect. Whether your new boat has a serious electrical issue and requires an overhaul, or you’ve invested in an older boat that is not....
Marine automation systems are becoming very popular among boat owners. While boat automation used to only be used on large, expensive megayachts, computers and boat PLCs (Programmable Logic Controllers) are sinking in cost, and becoming....
Marine automation systems are becoming more popular than ever. Today’s Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) and boat computers are affordable and reliable, and can be used to automate just about every feature of your boat! Curious to learn....
The electrical system of your boat is truly its “nervous system”. Modern boats are reliant on electrical systems for powering appliance, navigational equipment, and so much more. Without a properly functioning electrical system, you’re likely....
Today’s yachts are smarter than ever. Using advanced PLC (Programmable Logic Controller) systems, it’s easy to automate the day-to-day tasks of your yacht, and take a more hands-off approach to enjoying your time on the....
