Case Study
Modern Vacuum Technology for Resin Infusion in Yacht Construction
Busch Vacuum Pumps and Systems Modern Vacuum Technology for Resin Infusion in Yacht Construction 6/2/16 - Galeon is one of the leading European manufacturers of luxury yachts. It operates two production facilities near Gdansk, Poland. Galeon motor yachts are up to 82-feet long, with main components such as the hull, deck and the superstructure constructed of glass fiber reinforced plastic. This material is either hand-laminated or produced by a vacuum infusion process. These components must withstand high stresses, and be both visually and structurally perfect. The vacuum system used for the vacuum infusion process must operate reliably and be resistant to resin vapor. In July 2013, Galeon opted for a Busch vacuum system with a Mink claw vacuum pump. This system supplies the entire laminat