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Fabric 1

Vybak Clear Sheet
Producer/Manufacturer: Nolan Group
Primary Use: Main Fabric

Fabric 2

White Fr580
Producer/Manufacturer: HVG
Primary Use: Additional Fabric

Fabric 3

White Mariner Hooding
Producer/Manufacturer: Nolan Group
Primary Use: Secondary Fabric

Fabrication Name
Oscar Solares

Fabrication Company
BME NQ - frame fabrication

Please describe the project specifications

The client requested new clear enclosures for the side and aft sections of the flybridge, aimed at providing effective weather protection while maintaining clear visibility. The project involved custom fitting high-clarity Vybak clear sheets, installing new sail tracks, zips, webbing, and mounting systems, as well as creating a new extended flybridge canopy to enhance weather resistance and functionality. The canopy was custom-made to accommodate the height of the client, ensuring no interference with the bar positions on the frame.

What is unique or complex about the project?

We undertook this project to design and construct an extended flybridge canopy. This addition significantly improved weather protection while enhancing both functionality and style. The extended canopy offers increased shade and UV protection, better use of available space on the flybridge, and superior all-weather usability. Tailored to a tall client, the canopy also provided extra overhead clearance for added comfort. Paired with custom Vybak panels, the purpose-built canopy showcases our commitment to innovation and bespoke craftsmanship on a vessel rarely seen with such a modification.

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