Clamcleats Ltd

Clamcleats Ltd has launched a range of countersinks and base insulators for its aluminum cleats. Electrolytic de-composition has always been a problem since the introduction of composite masts and spars. This slowly damages the aluminum or carbon unless barrier paste, adhesive or a thin layer of plastic is used to keep the dissimilar compounds apart, which is always messy and time consuming. This has been eliminated by the introduction of our new countersinks and base plate, all of which are available in 3 sizes. PT424&25 are for No4/3mm countersink (flathead) fixings and are now available. These are used on our Micros cleats: CL268, CL270, CL277 and CL278. PT420&21 are for No8/4mm countersink (flathead) fixings and the full range of Mk2 cleats. Available soon. PT422&23 are for No10/5mm countersink (flathead) fixings and the full range of Mk1 cleats. Available soon. Whether you are a spar or component manufacturer, boat builder or just adding a new cleat to your rig, it’s an attractive, hassle free solution to ensure the life of your standing rigging is maintained.

The RS200 from RS Sailing is a two-person strictly one-design racing dinghy which uses the CL241 cleat and CL212BP backing plate on the jib to tension the luff. The cleat sits in a Velcro pocket to maximise performance and is a neat, inexpensive and space saving way of tensioning the luff.

The new brochure for 2024 including all new products is now available.

F2 Fun and Function GMBH have recently launched a new range of windsurfing booms, including the C100 which has 2 x CL715 insert cleats manufactured into the boom outhaul and mast clamp. The cleats ensure the outhaul rope etc is secured and tensioned precisely. Clamcleats Ltd manufacture a range of very small insert cleats in aluminium which can be inserted into moulded housing in both marine and non-marine applications.

PT427 50mm black webbing loop from Clamcleat Ltd is now available and in full production. The tool was designed and produced in conjunction with one of our customers who was no longer able to purchase this product at the right quality overseas. The project took only 6 weeks to manufacture the tool and the customer now has full control over the quality and supply chain security. Due to the collaboration on the tool, we are able to offer this product to other customers. Please contact us if you have supply chain concerns or if you require more information on the PT427 50mm webbing loop.

Windesign has developed a high-end extremely stiff racing tiller made of T800 carbon. The combination of its features creates an amazing light feeling when steering the boat. It is believed to be the stiffest, strongest and most lightweight on the market right now! Glossy finish and fitted with the hard anodized aluminium CL270AN Clamcleat® Racing Micros with becket. The becket allows for extra adjustment and the ability to pull the rudder down more easily.

A big thank you to all who took part in our quality survey this year. We are very pleased to hear that our customers and distributors are happy with our products and services, with most being very satisfied with our interactions. We aim to maintain these high standards going forward into 2024. In the future, if there happens to be anything we can do to improve our services, please do get in touch. The outcome of the survey can be found below.

Clamcleats Ltd are delighted to support Isabel Hospice by donating used cardboard and packaging to their eBay operation, based in Welwyn Garden City. A simple idea but one that benefits both parties and more importantly, frees up money for a charity which helps so many people. Isabel Hospice has been providing specialist palliative and end-of-life care for over 400,000 people with life-limiting and terminal illnesses. Their vision is ‘Outstanding Palliative Care for All’. They operate 16 physical shops and 3 online stores - including an award-winning eBay outlet - from which all profits are passed to the charity. Madeleine Clark, Isabel Hospice’s Sustainability Development Manager said “Working with local businesses is an important factor in supporting the circular economy. By utilising assets and working together we can all save costs, reduce landfill, and raise vital funds needed to support our patients with life-limiting illnesses.”

In the current climate, supply chain security can be a major concern for manufacturers, especially if components are being shipped halfway around the world. The uncertainty, together with cost, carbon footprint and cash tied up in long transit times, is causing many companies to rethink their supply chains. Over the last 12 months we have been helping more and more customers to either relocate their injection moulding tools and production back to the UK or create a second line of tools and manufacturing to dual source. In our experience sometimes this can be achieved without increasing the unit cost. The contract moulding arm of Clamcleats Ltd manufactures moulded and cast components for some of the leading brands at our Welwyn Garden City HQ in the UK. Our services range from tool layout and design, through production, second ops and printing. For more information about this service please contact plasticmoulding.co.uk/

RAD Propulsion’s RAD 40 is a radically different electric outboard delivering 40kW of continuous power. Its compact design ensures the entire outboard remains behind the transom and does not intrude into the vessel’s deck space. It delivers exceptional control and manoeuvrability with full drive-by-wire controls and 180 degrees of steering, making it incredibly easy to dock. Clamcleats Ltd services include product design and development, tool design and manufacturing through to component moulding. We are very pleased to have been involved with the translucent motor, throttle housing and other components on the RAD 40. The new Pulse 63 RIB from RS Electric Boats has also been designed and developed around the RAD 40 giving it a top speed of 23 Knots and a range of up to 100 nautical miles. For more information on tool design and injection moulding from Clamcleats Ltd please visit www.plasticmoulding.co.uk/