Arid Bilge Systems

Alfred Baurley got to talk to Chuck Casagrande, the owner of SeaSucker, LLC, about why the Arid Bilge System is a game-changer aboard his 40-ft Catamaran. Chuck said: "I have a 40-foot Catamaran. It was an older boat that we bought and we redid. And initially, we had some problems with the tank. We had moisture issues down below. It was water everywhere, even fuel for a while. We've been working with you probably 4 or 5 years. And we put that system in, and that was great. It's a big difference. When you have that moisture just sitting down there with all the hatches closed, you'll see a film of moisture on all the electronics, on all the wires. Everything corrodes quicker then, so then you're replacing stuff every year or two. With this system, everything stays dry down there. If I see it's dry, I know my wires, my connections, everything's gonna last a long time, and that's what this system helps you do." https://lnkd.in/ehHMayTG

Alfred from Arid Bilge Systems got the chance to chat with Eric Glaser of MIDNIGHT EXPRESS POWER BOATS, INC. at the 2024 Miami International Boat Show. Eric says, "We offer it on all of our models. It helps keep the bilge dry, clean, so you’re not worried about all the corrosion and the “black bilge” and all that. It’s a great option. Water messes everything up and we’re in a wet environment in a boat." Visit our blog to read the full interview transcript: https://lnkd.in/e79qHAAv

Alfred from Arid Bilge Systems got the chance to sit down with Keith Privott of Albemarle Boats at the 2024 Miami International Boat Show. Keith says, "It’s kind of a no-brainer for us to put the system on the boat. The boats are becoming more and more refined. The systems are becoming more complicated. Everything’s become more refined, and the expectations now are that you open an engine room and you’re almost dazzled by how everything is just so clean and white and well appointed. So we’ve really gone down that route, particularly in the last ten years, to pay more attention to the level of fit and finish, even down in the bilges. And that’s how your system comes into play as far as what we offer. We have customers that really pride themselves on maintaining boats. The idea is to offer an experience where they don’t have to worry about replacing components or fixing. They can enjoy the boat instead of working on the boat." Visit our blog to read the full interview transcript: https://lnkd.in/eMnjMBbP

Arid Bilge Systems protects your bilge, including your bilge paint. Curious about bilge paint? We talked to an expert - John (J.P.) Ferris at Axalta Industrial Coatings - about bilge paint and standing water. There are multiple types of finishes available on the market, but?most fiberglass boats either have a gel coat or a Urethane coating. Both require basic routine maintenance to stand the test of time. Maintenance is usually fairly simple if you keep in mind that marine coatings have one main enemy: standing water. Urethane coatings?are often used in bilges, but they can react very poorly to being submerged in water. “Urethane coatings, if left submerged, can develop blisters and begin to delaminate,” says J.P., which lead to flaking and peeling of the layers of paint. To fix it, you’d have to sand the remaining paint off, prime, and repaint, which is time-consuming and costly. It’s best practice to keep the bilge areas dry 24/7, automatically, rather than just waiting for a deferred maintenance hassle like this one. When it comes to?gel coats, “water can permeate, but it’s a lot more stable. [Standing water] is not as big a problem [on gel coats as on urethane], but it is very unsightly,” says J.P.?“The staining can get oily and ugly, and boat owners will pour degreaser, acid, and bleach down there to try to clean it up.” It’s best practice to keep the bilge areas dry 24/7 so that they never stain, as it’ll simplify cleaning and maintenance and improve the resale value of the boat. J.P. is excited about Arid Bilge Systems because of how simple it makes the maintenance tasks that support the longevity of a bilge paint job. He has a boat of his own, so he knows the struggle of keeping the bilges dry. Automating this chore can drastically reduce the chances of damage and discoloration to the paint or gelcoat. It can also help remove the accumulation of mold and mildew and can help slow and prevent the rusting and corrosion of other internal components such as the boat’s engines and generator. Read more on our blog: https://lnkd.in/eb5WWM8u