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The article focuses on manufacturers of marine hardware whose technology-dependent products contribute to the success of marine fabrication projects. Hardware such as the Lever Lock Joiner and a universal deck hinge from Intermold is gaining popularity in the market. Tri Vantage's popular new product is a ball and socket fitting which helps fabricators fit frames around curved edges. In response to concerns about traditional snap applications, YKK introduced a new adhesive snap fastener called the Snad.

The article evaluates various products for use by marine fabricators including plastic adhesive snap components from YKK Snap Fasteners America Inc., anti-fungal, anti-stain, and abrasion-resistant upholstery vinyl by Spradling International Inc. and the PF AquaForte water-based, non-toxic, non-flammable and eco-friendly cleaner from PT Technologies.

The article evaluates the specialty snap fastener closure products from DOT Fasteners including the Durable snap fasteners, Pull-The-DOT and Lift-The-DOT directional snap fasteners.