Progress in the Shipyard ~ October 5, 2021

Big Lumber

By Schooner Ernestina-Morrissey Association | Published October 10, 2021 | Full size is 3024 × 4032 pixels

There is no easy way to move such large and dense pieces of timber around.  Our crew works carefully together using forklifts, heavy duty carts, and sometimes pure strength to maneuver these long and cumbersome components from one area of the facility to another.  Before long, when the spars are fully laminated, we will need even larger machinery to efficiently keep the process moving along.

Preparing material Scarf Jig

There is no easy way to move such large and dense pieces of timber around. Our crew works carefully together using forklifts, heavy duty carts, and sometimes pure strength to maneuver these long and cumbersome components from one area of the facility to another. Before long, when the spars are fully laminated, we will need even larger machinery to efficiently keep the process moving along.

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