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Forum: RIBs & ribbing 20 March 2021, 00:17
Replies: 14
Views: 4,979
Posted By Christopher
Camel Trophy

I remember very well the task of my company making everyone one of those tubes, and of course the self righting bags as well and every hull was trailered up to Wincanton for fitting. Quite a project!...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 26 November 2020, 14:06
Replies: 16
Views: 2,688
Posted By Christopher
Upholstery fabric

The main issue with PVC is that over time and especially in hot conditions, the plasticizers which are used in the coating of the base fabric, will start leaching out, and the surface becomes tacky...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 25 November 2020, 04:12
Replies: 16
Views: 2,688
Posted By Christopher
New upholstery

Another recommendation for Rob at Sandbanks Marine. Just had my Scorpion done, after a disaster with another company a year ago. New boards, foam, and all done in record time. Silvertex fabric....
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 18 June 2020, 20:29
Replies: 3
Views: 612
Posted By Christopher
Victoria Marine

Victoria Marine did indeed build about 15 RIB’s for an MOD contract that they successfully bid for in about 1991/2
The company was owned by Peter Gregory, and were based in Warsash, and were well...
Forum: Bits and pieces 21 August 2018, 18:35
Replies: 9
Wanted: Hypalon pocket
Views: 1,271
Posted By Christopher
Hypalon bags

When I sold Henshaw Inflatables, there was a surplus stock of Hypalon stowage bags that used to be fitted to Pacific and Arctic tubes. I expect they are still in the stores and from memory there was...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 30 May 2017, 14:06
Replies: 19
Views: 3,929
Posted By Christopher
Luff rope rails

Henshaw Inflatables have two sections of aluminium rail used for sliding a bolt rope into. Depends on the diameter of the bolt ropes fitted to the tube though. Available in 5 metre lengths.
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 05 October 2016, 17:17
Replies: 11
Views: 2,979
Posted By Christopher
Henshaw Inflatables Ltd

Press Release

For immediate release 5th October 2016
HENSHAW INFLATABLES LTD ANNOUNCE MERGER

Henshaw Inflatables Ltd of Wincanton UK, and Wing Inflatables of California USA, are pleased to...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 07 June 2016, 11:49
Replies: 2
Views: 1,003
Posted By Christopher
PM sent with quotation for new tubes

PM sent with quotation for new tubes
Forum: Other stuff 22 March 2016, 06:07
Replies: 34
Views: 5,584
Posted By Christopher
And some of us complain when we have a few aches...

And some of us complain when we have a few aches and pains!! Nothing compared to what you have been through. All the best for a full recovery
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 27 February 2016, 15:03
Replies: 5
Views: 1,507
Posted By Christopher
Wooden hull

This hull was built by Rick Whitten about 15 years ago. He restored furniture as a hobby and decided to build himself a Rib. It was a work of art and we built and fitted the tubes for him. He used to...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 11 January 2016, 20:43
Replies: 14
Views: 3,365
Posted By Christopher
I might be mistaken, but that looks as though it...

I might be mistaken, but that looks as though it is caused by your cover. If your cover is PVC, the "sweating" of the cover releases plasticisers in the PVC coating of the cover and they will migrate...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 24 August 2015, 19:24
Replies: 19
Views: 2,140
Posted By Christopher
Now that has given me an idea!!

Now that has given me an idea!!
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 24 August 2015, 16:15
Replies: 19
Views: 2,140
Posted By Christopher
Tube colour

Not everyone's first choice of colour, but just built this "Pink"one for a regular customer.
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 24 July 2015, 13:05
Replies: 0
Views: 956
Posted By Christopher
10 metre Hull and Console for sale

We have "inherited" a new 10 metre hull and console which we wish to sell. It is a brand new hull that was retained in lieu of a debt owed to us by an overseas customer. (We own the hull) The hull...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 02 July 2015, 18:44
Replies: 6
Views: 1,208
Posted By Christopher
Available from here Black Hose HEN001752 -...

Available from here
Black Hose HEN001752 - Henshaw Inflatables Ltd (https://www.henshaw.co.uk/products/75-black-hose-hen001752)
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 13 May 2015, 17:22
Replies: 30
Views: 4,536
Posted By Christopher
Looking at the stain on the yellow tube, I would...

Looking at the stain on the yellow tube, I would suggest that the cause maybe the cover that you have. Not suggesting for one moment Biff that you would use an "inferior" PVC fabric for the cover,...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 25 April 2015, 21:11
Replies: 27
Views: 9,839
Posted By Christopher
Thanks Rowan We were delighted with the end...

Thanks Rowan

We were delighted with the end result and pleased that she made it safely back to Greece. Our team who worked on her took a lot of pride in the refurbishment of what is a classic boat.
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 13 April 2015, 16:45
Replies: 7
Views: 2,619
Posted By Christopher
Zodiac news

This is not good news for our Industry.

https://plus.ibinews.com/newsletter/view/issueId/86172/c/dcb186fa?nsl=80KPfaJVqRbS
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 22 December 2014, 06:00
Replies: 4
Views: 1,517
Posted By Christopher
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 06 December 2014, 17:22
Replies: 30
Views: 3,766
Posted By Christopher
None of our customers have been brave enough as...

None of our customers have been brave enough as yet, but I live in hope!!!
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 11 November 2014, 14:56
Replies: 12
Views: 5,625
Posted By Christopher
Ribs <ribsmarine@yahoo.co.uk> Tel 07736...

Ribs <ribsmarine@yahoo.co.uk>

Tel 07736 619263
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 07 November 2014, 15:08
Replies: 30
Views: 3,766
Posted By Christopher
Couple of mats will be on the way to you C/O Gary...

Couple of mats will be on the way to you C/O Gary at Red Bay late next week.
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 07 November 2014, 14:49
Replies: 30
Views: 3,766
Posted By Christopher
Mouse mat showing Hypalon fabric colours

A useful item for both RIB enthusiasts and suppliers, this mouse mat, depicts all the Hypalon fabric colours currently available with a full name for the colour.
Drop us an e mail with your full...
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 16 October 2014, 20:19
Replies: 11
Views: 6,655
Posted By Christopher
Hypalon Data Sheets

This is a link to view the product data sheets for the different weights of Hypalon fabrics available
https://www.henshaw.co.uk/ribs/54-repair-informationdata-sheets
Forum: RIBs & ribbing 11 September 2014, 20:23
Replies: 2,453
Views: 312,557
Posted By Christopher
[QUOTE=whisper;645363]As soon as we had done the...

[QUOTE=whisper;645363]As soon as we had done the signs people were reading them and knew exactly what we were doing with the rib, so they work!!

Well done Alex, and the graphics are really eye...
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