Why are Composites Ideal for Docks and Marinas?
Editors Note: The following article was originally written by: James Moylan, President and Founder of Design Builders, Inc., Bethesda, MD. Composite Decking
Lee Composites Project in Key West Florida
A barge struck the Utility crossing from Key West onto Fleming Key. The project location was within US Navy property. The aerial
SUGGESTED MARINA WALKWAY & HANDRAIL REQUIREMENTS
As with any Floating or Fixed, Dock or Marina Structure, one cannot stress the important of structurally sound, moreover safe Walkways and
Working Over Water and Lifting Equipment
Any and all potential areas in which one plans to lift ANY object or loadover water should always be properly risk assessed
Minimum Design Criteria for Fixed and Floating Structures
NOTE: Design should meet all Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)criteria. FIXED STRUCTURESAs a minimum, fixed, covered facilities should be designed to preventdamage
Planning of Lifting Operations
Lifting operations at ANY Port Facility should always be carefully planned, appropriately supervised and carried out to protect the safety of employees
Mooring Operations and Port Facility Safety
Ship mooring and unmooring activities are an essential and inherently hazardous elementof port operations. They involve the use of powerful winches and
MOORING SYSTEMS AND FLOATING DOCKS
A “mooring system” refers to the various components – an anchor, a piling, a rode (typically a rope, chain, or cable) designed
FLOATING DOCKS PREVENT SEVERE DAMAGE TO BOATS DURING HURRICANES
Recreational boats moored at traditional docks have a bumpy experience during normal weather conditions, not to mention when a hurricane hits. By
DESIGN CONSIDERATIONS FOR FLOATING DOCK PILES
Floating docks are typically anchored using 4-roller internal pile guides or single-roller external hoop pile guides – as shown on this sheet.
FLOATING DOCKS USING TREATED SOUTHERN PINE
The use of treated Southern Pine in floating docks has proven itself in both public and private applications. The pleasing appearance of
CRANE OPERATION AND ROUTINE SAFETY PROCEDURES
Crane accidents take a heavy and tragic toll each year in lives, serious injury, and/or property damage. The vast majority of crane
WALKWAYS AND HANDRAILS
Walkways Main walkways should not be less than 4 feet wide. The minimum width between berthing slips should not be less than
FIRE PROTECTION
Portable fire extinguishers of approved type 2A:20-B:C and suitable for the hazards and circumstances should be provided throughout the property and located
FUEL DISPENSING AREAS
The fuel dispensing area should be located a sufficient distance from other structures to allow adequate room for safe ingress and egress
MARINA & DOCK STRUCTURES
Introduction: The world of docks, piers and wharfs in today’s world comprises a plethora of different designs, component structures, services and uses.
