Boat Lift Repair

Global Marine Economy Prospers With Advanced Lifting Solutions

STURGEON BAY, WI (June 21, 2011) – Marine Travelift is proud to recognize the recent increase in commerce of its 100 BFMII models during the month of May, selling seven of its 100 BFMII (100-ton) mobile boat hoists to four international and three domestic customers. 

The surge in sales is a positive indicator that the marine industry is rebounding from its economic downfall in 2008. “Vessels have continued to develop in size and weight; and marinas and shipyards remain invested in the future of the industry,” says Stephan Chayer, international sales director at Marine Travelift.

The lead off customer, Sanya Serenity Marina, is the first world-class marina located off the southern Chinese Island of Hainan.  The marina purchased a Marine Travelift 100 BFMII to handle multiple vessels onsite including 324 full-service berths, a repair and maintenance workshop. The specially designed 100-ton mobile boat hoist includes extra height and width to accommodate tall and wide catamarans. Sanya Serenity Marina has also been selected as the host-port for the Volvo Ocean Race 2011-2012.

The Canaries Government purchased its first Marine Travelift for Arguineguin port. The government-run facility serves the island’s largest fishing fleet, ferries and local boats.

Porto Marina Astúrias, a well-known established marina in Guarujá, Brazil purchased the 100 BFMII mobile boat hoist to stay current with the booming marine economy. The new 100-ton will work side by side with their 50-ton mobile boat hoist.

First time Marine Travelift customer Astilleros OFION (Shipyard) purchased the 100-ton mobile boat hoist for its family fishing boat and seafood export business. Located on the Yucatán Peninsula in Mexico, the boat hoist was purchased to lift and maintain their wooden fishing boat fleet (80-90 vessels) and to initiate a new ship manufacturing facility to build fiber glass and other deep draft vessels.

MarineMax, the nation’s largest recreational boat and yacht retailer, and a longtime Marine Travelift client, recently replaced its existing Marine Travelift 80 BFM mobile boat hoist with a 100 BFMII mobile boat hoist at its Dania Beach Service Facility.  The MarineMax Dania Beach Service Facility is located on the Dania Cut Off Canal just off the Intercostal Waterway near the Ft. Lauderdale Airport. The customized features of this new hoist include a sailboat top beam extension and all wheel electronic steering for increased flexibility and precision handling. MarineMax recognized the need to increase the lifting capacity in this south Florida market and to stay competitive with industry growth.

When to Grease a Boat Lift | Lake Norman Boat Lifts

Keeping Your Lift in Shape Can Lengthen Its Life!

Just like with any other piece of machinery, boat lifts require maintenance. Whether it is regular upkeep or a full blown repair, such maintenance should not be overlooked. Doing so can shorten the life span of your boat lift greatly. While the need for repairs may be obvious to the casual observer, the need for regular maintenance can be easily forgotten. One question that many clients have asked our boat lift pros at Waterjack is when to grease a boat lift.

While each lift can differ depending on its size and build, ideally you should lubricate your lift three times per year unless you use your quite often. If this is the case then you may want to consider lubricating it after each 15 to 20 uses. This raises another question, what points on your boat lift should you lubricate? Most boat lifts will have a decal on their . Any that show signs of wear should be replaced to prevent breakage. Using a corrosion preventative lubricant can help to extend the lifespan of your cables. Another way to help extend this lifespan is by keeping your lift out of the water as much as possible.

If you don’t take your boat out during the offseason, go ahead and run the lift a few times. Doing so will help to keep the lubrication spread evenly throughout the bearings and pulleys.

Keeping your boat lift in top notch shape is very important. Doing so will ensure that it will run properly each and every time you get ready to head out on the water. Here at Waterjack , we know that preventative maintenance is a super important part of owning a boat lift.

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