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At MINI we take great pride in our steel work. The overall appearance of our work is
excellent, and a close inspection will reveal those proper marine details such as the wrapping of
welds around sniped cutouts, etc. It is this kind of attention to detail that seperates us from
other yards.
Our key boilermakers have been with the company since it's beginning, and their pride and
name go into the work they turn out. Our boilermakers perform all of the tasks of welding,
fitting, burning, rigging, and staging without the cross craft restrictions present in the bigger
yards. Our welders are certified to USCG and ABS standards.
The many different systems present aboard today's vessels and barges require a great
variety of pipefitting skills and experience. At MINI we have the experience and skill required
to complete this type of work - from 18" welded petroleum piping in tank barges to stainless
steel control tubing on propulsion systems. Regardless of the simplicity or complexity, all of
the finished piping jobs share a neatness and high degree of professionalism.
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The electrical group in our yard enjoys an excellent reputation in the industry. The
capability of our electricians covers all the normal shipboard power, lighting, communication and
control systems, with the aditional ability to handle the unusual.
Our carpenters don't just build blocks for the ways and make shipping crates. At MINI, we
are fortunate to have a small nucleus of skilled carpenters that have had training and experience
on traditional wooden vessels. Plank replacement, sistering of frames, and caulking are some of
the traditional skills possessed by our carpenters. From two by four furring to carved name
boards; from bin boards on Foss wood chip barges to the repair of the Navy's mine sweepers; our
carpenters are up to the task.
The fabrication, machining and installation of custom parts to support our conversion and
repair work are accomplished by our machinists in our machine shop. They handle shaft work and
alignments, propeller removals and installation, and steering system repair associated with our
dockings. In addition, our machinists handle dockside repair on the Tote vessels and new
equipment installation on conversions.
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