Repair on inflatables and RIBs starts with the material: tubes may be Hypalon (CSM) or PVC, and each needs different adhesive and technique. A patch made with the wrong material soon lifts.
Hypalon vs PVC
Hypalon is more resistant to UV and chemicals and lasts longer; PVC is cheaper but fatigues faster in the sun. Correct diagnosis is the precondition for a correct patch.
Tube-side repairs
Common jobs: puncture/tear patching, seam and joint separation, valve replacement, re-bonding the tube-to-hull joint. Where a tube is fully fatigued, replacement can be better than patching.
RIB hull work
On RIBs the rigid fibreglass hull is a separate item; we serve crack repair, gelcoat and antifouling.
We handle inflatable and RIB work under RIB / tender care. Get a free survey.
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