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| Cutting Area
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- This area is used for cutting raw steel.
- Different sizes, lengths and gauges are used according
to the trailer load capacity and size of boat.
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| Parts / Bending Area
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- MFI fabricates a lot of the individual parts used in manufacturing.
- One of the tools used is a bender to shape the trailer
frame.
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| Jig Area
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- The jig can be changed to accommodate different sizes of trailers.
- The trailers are formed in this area welding the beams, cross-members and axles
to trailer specification.
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| Finish Weld
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- Fenders, step pads, bow stop and tongue are added to the trailer frame in this
area.
- Our best welders are assigned to this area because of the precise welds.
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| Wash Bay
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- Before being painted, the trailer must pass through
a chemical wash to prepare the metal for primer.
- This automated wash bay releases chemicals to remove oils and contaminants from
the steel.
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| Primer / Paint Booth
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- Primer is sprayed on the trailer frame before entering the paint booths.
- Dupont Centari 5000 paint is used to provide a slick, colorful finish for each
trailer.
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| Dry Bay
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- To speed the drying process of the paint, the trailers are placed under over-head
heaters in an enclosed bay.
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| Assembly / Finishing Dept.
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- The dried trailers are completed in this area by assemblers
adding lights, decals, wheels and tires, aluminum steps,
rollers, etc.
- After close inspection by quality control personnel,
the trailer is now completely functional as well as attractive.
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| Shipping / Loading Dept.
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- The trailers must either be stacked together or loaded
onto a MFI specifically designed haul-trailer for shipping
to individual dealers.
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