Sail Design and Manufacture
Sail development relies on the precise feedback of performance into the design process. Our sails are designed built and tested by a close knit team working together both in the loft and on the water. The whole process takes place in house, giving us total control and visability every step of the way.
We use CAD software which enables us to swiftly and accurately design sails which will perform to the required specification. It allows us to build a Design Database to gather experience which can be utilised to design across a wide range of boats. We have followed this policy since 1994 and have continually upgraded software to stay at the forefront. We now use Sailpack Design Software, relied on by every Americas Cup Syndicate in the last cup. This is the vital link between the eye of the designer and the sailshapes produced. We are delighted with the results obtained from this system.
Our designs are cut in house on our Aeronaut Flat Bed cutter. This gives a high level of accuracy and repeatability.
We use modern long arm sewing machines, and additionally have facilities for glue bonding for large and small sails.
All of our design and manufacture is done in house.
We firmly believe that our ability to control and oversee every element of the manufacturing process results in the highest level of quality.
