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Quintrex Level Flotation

Quintrex remains at the forefront of boating safety with level flotation as standard across a wide range of boats in the brand’s extensive range.

The safety feature enables boats to remain level and in an upright position if they become fully swamped in controlled conditions with full occupants, motor and gear on board.

National Sales and Marketing Manager Damien Duncan said Quintrex started introducing level flotation to the Quintrex range in 2004.

“We were the first aluminium boat manufacturer to introduce level flotation as we see our customer’s safety as priority and we wanted to offer customers one of the safest products on the market,” Damien said.

“Level flotation is a major safety factor in that it supports the boat, motor, cargo and the weight of passengers in the event of a boat becoming swamped in calm conditions. This is unlike boats with basic flotation that cater for boat, motor and cargo only.

“We build recreational boats and the safety benefits from level flotation can not be underestimated,” he said.

Level flotation is made possible through significant quantities of foam being strategically installed in the sides and underfloor compartments of Quintrex boats to ensure consistent results.

“Quintrex doesn’t use just any foam, we use both Polystyrene and Urethane foams in our boats in accordance with the American Boating and Yacht Council (ABYC) standards. For example, we install fuel resistant Urethane foam in the bilge area which is determined as four inches from the lowest point where water may accumulate in the boat,” he said.

To ensure all Quintrex boats perform to optimal standards, they are swamp tested to allow for the heaviest rated motor, occupants and gear.

“We design our boats with this safety feature but hope you will never have to use it,” Damien said.

“Level flotation gives you and your family the peace of mind to enjoy every journey in your Quintrex,” he said.

For more information contact your local Quintrex dealer or visit www.quintrex.com.au