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Marine | Structural
The Different Types of Groynes
Groynes are human-made structures that protrude perpendicularly from coastal shorelines. Their purpose is to disrupt the natural flow of water and prevent sediment from moving away from the area. Put more simply: they serve to limit erosion. Engineers may design them to act alone or together with other protective structures, such as retaining walls, which […]
Commercial | Marine | Residential
How To Determine What Type of Dock You Need
Since there are different climates, shorelines, and bodies of water, there are also different docks adapted to survive in them. When building a new dock, there are therefore multiple considerations you should make so that it will provide the functionality you want from it. Learn how to determine what type of dock you need by […]
Commercial | Marine | Structural
Design Criteria for Boat Ramps
Since people move their boats to and from their homes on trailers that they pull with land-based vehicles, they need a way to lower their boats into the water and lift them back up. It would be impractical to expect people to simply carry their boats from the trailers to the water themselves. This is […]
Marine | Structural
What You Should Know About Dock Maintenance
You need a dock to provide a place for boats to stop without drifting out into the water. You may also use it as a place to walk, sit, and fish from. Since the dock provides so many significant functions, you should make sure that you keep it in good condition. Otherwise, it might become […]
Marine | Structural
Uses for Marine Plastic Lumber
Building marine structures presents a unique design challenge, as they must remain capable of supporting loads and withstanding impacts while also coming into constant contact with water. Oftentimes, construction companies’ go-to choices for building materials in marine contexts include wood and concrete supplemented by some metal and rubber. These materials can certainly get the job […]
Marine | Structural
Why Plastic Lumber is The Best Solution for Marine Fenders
Our marine-grade plastic lumber has been a proven structural solution for the marine industry for over 25 years. With fendering systems, it is critical that building materials can weather the elements, maintain structural integrity, and last without frequent, costly repairs. Tangent’s structural marine-grade plastic lumber is the perfect solution for marine fenders, learn why! Marine-Grade […]