SMART RIGGING

At Smartrigging, we take our responsibility to the environment seriously. On this page we’ll go in depth on all our efforts to minimize our environmental impact. We’re committed to making a positive impact on the planet by using sustainable practices in our production site and promoting the use of environmentally-friendly materials in our rigging solutions. Therefore, we’ll make you these three promises.

1. NEGATIVE CARBON FOOTPRINT
Our fully solar-powered production site is just one example of our commitment to sustainability. We rely on clean, renewable energy to power our operations, reducing our carbon footprint and minimising our impact on the environment. This photo shows the installation proces of these panels.

2. WE REUSE MATERIALS WHEN POSSIBLE.
In addition to using renewable energy, we also prioritise the reuse and recycling of materials. We give existing sets a new life by reusing components and recycling materials wherever possible. We believe that every little bit counts, and we are committed to minimising waste and reducing our impact on the planet.

3. WE WILL PICK THE BEST MATERIALS AVAILABLE.
When it comes to materials, we prioritize those that are better for the environment. For example, our use of Carbon, PBO, Aramid and Dyneema rigging solutions. These materials are stronger, lighter, and more durable than traditional materials, making them a better choice for both the environment and our clients.

Longitudinal rigging on a sailboat refers to the collection of stays and systems that support and control the mast’s fore-and-aft (longitudinal) movement and stability.

Forestays on the front of the mast and often used to fly sails from. More than one multiple forestay can be used at the same time. These stays may be removable.

To counteract the forces of these sails, backstays are used. These stays can either be fixed (1) or running. (a pair)

Checkstays can be used to control mastbend.

• Forestay
• Inner fore stay (IFS)
• Backstay (fixed)
• Running Backstays
• Checkstays

Lateral rigging on a sailing yacht refers to the standing rigging components that provide support and stability to the mast in a lateral (side-to-side) direction. This rigging is crucial for maintaining the shape and integrity of the mast, which, in turn, affects the sail’s performance and the overall handling of the yacht.

• Shrouds
• Dis-continuous rigging
• Continuous rigging

Furling stays have take the place of multiple fixed furling systems. Most modern yachts have multiple headsail options in various size and wind ranges. These days only one of the stays is fixed all other stays can be made removable by using furling stays.

To connect our rigging to both the rig and yacht, we offer a range of custom hardware.

Smartrigging offers a range of (shorter length) stays for a range of different load bearing applications:

• Bobstays
• Martingale stays
• Headstay strops with removable endfitting
• Longeron stays (continuous)
• Furling stays with lowered head and/or raised tack
• Leech lines
• Quadrant cables
• Deflector stays