IFAI EXPO MARINE WORKSHOP

Ifai Workshop

 

Learn the latest in tricks of the trade from some of the Marine Fabricator Association’s (MFA) panel of experts. This three-hour workshop will educate attendees on:

Enclosures – Luc’s Secrets
Luc Meloche, Eau-Vent LM, Inc.
•Learn full enclosure techniques for sailboats working in colder environments, an approach that will extend your season by two months; increase living space and increase comfort.

Design for Success
Jeff Viehmeyer, Alameda Canvas Inc.
•Focus on elements to think about up front, ensuring the end product functions properly, is durable, gives a good value for the money, and is esthetically pleasing. The course includes actual good/bad design photos for group comment and discussion.

Boat Interiors: New solutions to old problems
Katie Bradford, Custom Marine Canvas 
•Get new inspiration and find a different procedure on repairing carpets, window treatments, mattresses, and bedding.

Register: http://www.ifai.com/ifaievents/otherevents/expocanada/canadaexporegister

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