In years past the actual vessels reproduced were measured and blueprints drawn. Many of the fishing vessels built by Skinner had no drawings at all. Once Skinner drew a set of plans for the vessel the model was built from the drawings.

Today most drawings are supplied in digital format using  CAD programs. These drawings are used by Maritime Models, scaled to the model size, and production is started. Production of parts consists of two primary computer aided machines.

The 3 Axis CNC Router Cutter was installed on Feb. 1, 2009 and is used for machining the hulls and larger 3D items used in construction. As a bonus we are able to also manufacture full scale parts as well. Such as a name board for the side of the superstructure aboard a ship.		The newest addition to the array of CNC machines is the Object 3D printer. As compared to the FDM machines it builds parts much smoother. The resolution of the FDM machine is .01 of an inch, the Object Machine is .001 of an inch. Ten times smoother. This gives us the ability to produce much smaller and detailed parts.

The CNC Laser Cutter is the backbone machine for the company. It cuts sheet stock materials from plastics to wood. The machine can be programmed to cut vinyl tape and not the paper backing. This is how we make the names and marking on the models. Some of the plastic parts cut here need glasses to see them.

SST (Soluble Support) The machine was added Jan.1, 2009. 3D parts can be made as with the BST Machine with the exception of the support material is dissolved in a vat. For example, an entire pilot house for a ship can be made in one piece with the windows and exterior details in place. Great machine!		BST (Break away Support) Fused Deposition Machine This machine will build a 3D part in .01 layers of ABS plastic. This enables you to build any complex shape from a computer drawing. These machines are used in the Rapid Prototyping Industry, we use it in final assembly. Great machine for high detail parts.

All external attachments on a model is pinned and glued to assure placement for years. Many of the smaller parts installed are of brass. Only automotive Acrylic paints are used in the coatings of the models. All models are built in Fairhope, Alabama, USA and can be shipped anywhere. Crates are available. Each model is enclosed in a Glass or Acrylic case.