Streaker trailerboats go full composite
Streaker Boats launches wood-free hull to extend the longevity of its handcrafted trailerboatsEvery Streaker now coming off the production line is a 100 per cent composite to prevent any chance of the rot found in some timber transoms and sub-floor frames of boats as they age.
Branded as Streaker Composite Built (SCB), the new technology is being touted as the way forward for the Australian boat-building industry. Timber has gone forever in Streaker's trailerboats and has been replaced with the latest technology using all-composite materials instead.
Fibreglass and composite materials provide a superior blend of strength with low weight, Streaker says, adding that the mirror finish and low maintenance attributes of these materials ensure not only an attractive, easy-to-care-for boat, but one which holds it value for decades.
The composite-build process applies to all key areas of the hull, the transom, the sub-floor system and all upholstery backings. Importantly, all Streaker models now have a rot-free transom manufactured by laying up panels to create a thick sheet of composite material.
In the sub-floor areas, a cross girder and bulkhead system is utilised with foam flotation material. The foam adds strength and safety, while also delivering a quieter ride, Streaker adds.
"The advent of new materials and our relentless drive to continually develop the Streaker product has brought the Streaker Composite Boat feature to the market," said Peter Benston, Dealer Manager of Streaker Boats Australia.
"Our objective was to eliminate all timber from our Streaker SCB hulls so as to produce a more durable product for our customers. We have achieved this without compromising strength and without adding to the manufacturing cost. It’s a win all round."
"Boating families can now compare a Streaker SCB hull with other brands and be confidant that a Streaker hull will outlast any boats which use timber in the manufacturing process."
The all-composite construction is now the standard construction specification for all Streaker 2016-built models. Every Streaker is delivered with an ABP (Australian Builders Plate)
compliance plate and all hulls are manufactured to comply with the
Australian Standard AS1799.
Streaker Boats, built since 1973, are distributed exclusively through a network of authorised dealers throughout Australia. More at www.streakerboats.com.au.
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