CNC Machine For The Marine Industry

CNC machines are frequently used in shipyards because manufacturing parts for high-quality, high-performance boats requires precision and efficiency—both key characteristics of CNC machining.

CNC machine is used to make the below composite parts in the marine industry:

• Boat hulls

• Deck structures

• Rudders and keels

• Mast and rigging components

• Propellers and shafts

Using composite materials and CNC machining allows marine manufacturers to make lightweight, durable and high performance components that can withstand the harsh marine environment.

The following are common applications of CNC machine tools in marine industry.

Mold Construction

The hull is the base of all marine craft. A boat's quality, durability and overall look is dependent on a hull built from a mold made to specifications.

Hand made molds are time and labor intensive and the human element means there is no consistency and accuracy. It's hard to get the clean edges, straight lines and identical corners that make up a high quality hull.

A CNC machine is programmed to make uniform precise molds and detect errors before they happen. Plus CNC machining gives manufacturers the flexibility to work with many different materials.

Hull And Deck Trimming

Forming the hull and deck structures is just the start. Once they're out of the mold these structures need to be joined together with no gaps, uneven lines or shifting.

SmartekMech Large 5 Axis CNC Machines can trim excess material from the largest structures with ease and precision, while matching all parts.

Ribs And Stringers

Ribs and stringers are lengths of wood that make up the "skeleton" of the hull. These parts strengthen the hull and keep its shape.

Stringers and ribs require multiple production templates and take up in-process inventory storage. CNC machines allow for wood nesting that optimizes yield and accommodates movement and placement of non-linear edges.

Interior Furnishings

Furnishings in high end yachts and sailboats are often on par with luxury condos and apartments. A typical layout might be a gourmet galley kitchen with granite countertops, plush wraparound seating and beautiful wood cabinets.

Large Military Marine Vessel On The Sea

Boat hulls are made from fibreglass or carbon-fibre-reinforce polymers (CFRP) to get the best strength to weight ratio and corrosion resistance. CNC machining gives smooth hydrodynamic performance and can also be used to make boat hull molds using SmartekMech 5 axis CNC machining.

Custom Parts And Repair

CNC machining allows for precise fabrication and replacement of parts. This is useful when dealing with structural damage, performance optimisation and customising hull design. Repair services use advanced composite materials and techniques to restore hull integrity and durability and extend the life of vessels.

All of this and more can be made with a SmartekMech CNC Machine.