Propeller Polishing Guide Offered By Lips Propellers

Lips Propellers, a leading manufacturer and repairer of ships propellers, has published a guide on the polishing and 'super' polishing of drydocked or submerged marine propellers. The guidelines insure the desired finish achieved and also defines what is meant by the term "super polish." A high degree of polish on propeller blades significantly improves efficiency and saves fuel. Maintenance of this condition is of great demand among vessel owners and operators but if improperly done damage, sometimes beyond repair, can result.

Lips has specified a procedure that, if followed, will avoid any risk of damage. If criteria is met, the specifications work whether Lips or a competitor does the job.

Included in the guide is a handy comparison chart that makes sense out of the various ways the surface finishes may be assessed and measurements expressed.

For a free copy of the comparison chart from Lips, Circle 89 on Reader Service Card

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