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Over time marine growth can build up to a point where it can cause expensive or irreparable damage to the rollers and brackets that secure the pontoon in place. Barnacle Guard Pylon Protectors were developed to prevent costly, time consuming maintenance and to keep pontoons and marinas looking their best. They are easily fitted to new or existing pylons, and are powered by tidal movement, currents and passing boats. This drives them to gently sponge the pylon between low and high tide, effectively keeping it free of growth across the average tidal range.

Since switching focus to Marinas in early 2009, Barnacle Guard has fitted Pylon Protectors to every pylon at Northbridge Marina, in Sydney, with two more marinas booked in for installation quite soon. A further 5 marinas are currently trailing the product, and two are planning to purchase after their redevelopment is complete. Overseas interest has also been attracted as a result of Barnacle Guards exhibit at the Marinas 2009 Conference and Exhibition.

Each marina varies in size, staff and the way it is managed. Pylon Protectors not only ensure the smooth tidal movement of floating pontoons, but also frees staff and resources which can be allocated to more important tasks Barnacle Guard are currently offering marinas a three month trial, for more info call 1300 559 169.

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