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Nordic Mast, based in Denmark, has over 20 years experience
in the design and manufacture of masts, rigging and
equipment for yachts from 7 to 25 mtr.
Over the years, Nordic Mast has supplied masts and equipment
to yards and owners, for racers, cruiser/racers and
cruisers.
Since
1989, Nordic Mast has been designing and manufacturing
carbon spars, using leading experts in the field of
composite engineering.
The Benefit of Carbon
For many years Round
the World racers and leading yacht owners have appreciated
the benefit of carbon. The weight saved and increased
speed appeals to the racer, while the improved comfort,
performance and safety of a boat - whether it is a club
racer or blue water cruiser - appeals to all yacht owners.
Carbon fibre spars are
around 50% lighter and considerably stronger than traditional
aluminium masts. The result is increased speed, and
the lighter mast also gives the boat a lower centre
of gravity and so heeling and pitching is reduced. The
advantageous stiffness to weight ratio also means that
the mast does not bend as much when the boat hits a
wave, thus maintaining the power at the very moment
it is needed. For long distance racing and cruising,
carbon fibre composites are much stronger than aluminium
and its capacity to resist fatigue is far better than
metal.
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High Tech Design and Production
Nordic Mast has developed a set of 12 female aluminium
moulds, which enables it to standardise the production
and quality control on all its masts which are suitable
for boats ranging from 9-25 metres. By developing these
unique moulds Nordic ensures that the manufacture of
each mast is an exact science - the design, production,
manufacturing environment and
craftsmanship are all closely controlled to guarantee
that only the highest quality masts and fittings are
produced.
Each mast is custom manufactured to suit the boat, and
Nordic's design engineers will advise owners about the
choices available to personalise the mast to the boat
and its use. A unique range of high quality carbon and
aluminium fittings are also designed and made by Nordic
Mast.
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