Application - Kitesurfing
Eclipse Kites used Clamcleats Ltd to turn the EZ-LOCK from Concept to Reality in 9 weeks. We were given a concept and worked closely with Dimitri Maramenides to turn this into a production part.
Firstly, fully functioning prototypes were made for testing. Once these had been proved on the water, the red casing was modelled in 3D, making the best use of the chosen material. A mould tool was then manufactured and production mouldings produced. All in 9 weeks from start to finish.
Click here to watch a video of EZ-LOCK in action
Photographs of a cleat modified by Eclypse Kites, to show what was required.
Handmade prototypes were tested to decide the final design. The pre-production part was also used to produce instructions while the tool was being made.
Part of the instructions for EZ-LOCK.
Compatible Cleats
CL826-11
Aero cleat with CL211 Mk2
Compact aluminium cleat for brake lines. Easy to rig and adjust by hand. No tools required.
CL827-11
Aero cleat with CL211 Mk1
The largest of the Aero cleat range. An aluminium cleat rigged on a rope. Strong and wear resistant. Easy to rig and adjust by hand.
CL831
KiteStopper EZ-LOCK
Developed in conjunction with Eclipse Kites.
Clamcleats Limited, Watchmead, Welwyn Garden City, Hertfordshire AL7 1AP, England
Telephone: +44 (0) 1707 330101 Fax: +44 (0) 1707 321269
