RIBWORKER

Designer & Shipbuilder
Mustang Marine (Wales) Ltd., UK

Project
8.25m diesel/water-jet powered RIBWORKER 28’ of the Ocean Dynamics RIBWORKER range

ShipConstructor Modules
ShipCAM, Structure, BuildStrategy, Pipe, Outfit, and ManualNest

Project Highlights
ShipConstructor was used for design and kitting of the entire boat structure, and modeling/positioning of all outfit, including the engine systems, including all piping. The software's BuildStrategy/Interference checking and Nesting modules were all used to allow a significant reduction in build time and re-work with this vessel which is in relatively low volume production. The ShipConstructor module ShipCAM was used for trimming, butting and expansion of all curved plates.

Accuracy - All CNC nests were transferred to an external contractor and laser cut to an accuracy of 0.25mm, and all kit parts fitted perfectly including curved plates.

Reduction in Time & Costs - Mustang Marine (Wales) Ltd. feels that this software allows the company to reduce lead times and reduce costs through improved efficiency, increased control of the design/build process and faster response to customer requirements.

Product Quality - The increase in product quality resulting from the improved level of design control, reduced tolerances, and build strategy control has been considerable, and especially noticeable with the aluminum hulls, since the improved tolerances and control over build strategy have resulted in a considerable reduction in distortion due to welding. The consequential advantages of this being considerably reduced assembly time, and a vast improvement in product quality.

Mustang Marine (Wales) Ltd. is supported by Design Systems & Technologies, SSI’s ShipConstructor representative in Europe.