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SVN Solovelanet Global
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Aft pushpit
Easy to launch.Hanging outboard, it needs a dedica-
ted mount that allows for a free release using gravity
instead of physical strength.This release should not
be a single opening downwards. It must instead re-
lease the liferaft completely, so that by combining a
hydrostatic hook it can float towards the surface.To
avoid the risk of accidental loss, always consider the
weight of the liferaft itself in relation to the pushpit
structure and boat size.
Once technical features and sturdiness have been ta
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ken into account, this is one of the best solutions for
family or small crew cruising boats. In fact,through
the use of small lanyards it is even possible to acti-
vate the release from the water, in case we are over-
board for any reason and unable to get back into the
boat, or if the boat is upside down.
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Aft
Typical placement for sport boats and offshore/oce-
an racers, where the liferaft is stowed aft on deck. It
may also be a good alternative for cruising models if
we install a cage on the transom, whether a bathing
platform is fitted or not.
In this case too, the liferaft is placed beyond the li
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felines, offering natural ease of launch and excellent
safety in case of automatic release.
A well-organized locker for emergency equipment
with liferaft, grab-bag, additional water reserve, wa-
tertight container for TPA (thermal blankets) and extra
flares, sound signal, pump
Above, a liferaft approa-
ched to the stern platform
with calm sea to make it
easier for the crew to get on
board. Liferafts stored aft
for Team Brunel in the Volvo
Ocean Race.
A "custom" method for
securing the liferaft on the
transom
