How it's built
Building a better boat starts at the bottom...
The Tubes
We start with a heavy-duty, .090 gauge aluminum, multi-chambered 25' and 27' tube, and a .100 gauge aluminum, 2-piece nosecone. Our splash deflectors are built in, not welded to the tube, to ensure the strongest structure. We then use extruded, heavy-duty M-brackets to attach the pontoon to the deck. Our oversized footprint results in greater strength and stability, and our pressure-tested tubes guarantee an airtight seal in the tubes and welds. Our PALS tube vents compensate for temperature fluctuation and prevent the tube from filling with water if punctured below the water line.
We start with a heavy-duty, .090 gauge aluminum, multi-chambered 25' and 27' tube, and a .100 gauge aluminum, 2-piece nosecone. Our splash deflectors are built in, not welded to the tube, to ensure the strongest structure. We then use extruded, heavy-duty M-brackets to attach the pontoon to the deck. Our oversized footprint results in greater strength and stability, and our pressure-tested tubes guarantee an airtight seal in the tubes and welds. Our PALS tube vents compensate for temperature fluctuation and prevent the tube from filling with water if punctured below the water line.
The Frame
Our 16" on-center Z-channel crossmembers are bolted to the M-brackets with stainless steel fasteners. While the industry standard is 24", Premier uses a 16" crossmember to increase stability by preventing racking a twisting of the frame. We also use a minimum of five Z-channel crossmembers to create the strongest possible all-aluminum structure.
Our 16" on-center Z-channel crossmembers are bolted to the M-brackets with stainless steel fasteners. While the industry standard is 24", Premier uses a 16" crossmember to increase stability by preventing racking a twisting of the frame. We also use a minimum of five Z-channel crossmembers to create the strongest possible all-aluminum structure.
The Decking
We then attach a 7-ply, 3/4', marine grade and pressure treated plywood to the frame using a minimum of 10 stainless steel Tekfasteners per crossmember. That's more than 300 on a 25' boat. Unlike predrilled decks that are bolted, which allows water to leak through the frame, our Tekfasteners are attached with high-speed drills directly into the Z-channels, generating enough heat to sonic-weld the fastener to the frame. Our decks are sanded and leveled out with wood putty for a smooth surface to adhere either marine grade carpet or vinyl.
We then attach a 7-ply, 3/4', marine grade and pressure treated plywood to the frame using a minimum of 10 stainless steel Tekfasteners per crossmember. That's more than 300 on a 25' boat. Unlike predrilled decks that are bolted, which allows water to leak through the frame, our Tekfasteners are attached with high-speed drills directly into the Z-channels, generating enough heat to sonic-weld the fastener to the frame. Our decks are sanded and leveled out with wood putty for a smooth surface to adhere either marine grade carpet or vinyl.
The Rails
Our railings are secured to the deck using our patented rail spacers to allow for faster drying of the deck and carpet. We then add our exclusive pearl essence finish after welding. Pearl rail finish is superior to powder coating, and is guaranteed not to crack, chip or peel. An industrial-strength silicone caulk applied to each panel ensures a quiet, rattle-free ride. Two heavy-duty hinges, with the same strength and durability as home door hinges, keep our patented pinch-free gates stable and warp-free.
Our railings are secured to the deck using our patented rail spacers to allow for faster drying of the deck and carpet. We then add our exclusive pearl essence finish after welding. Pearl rail finish is superior to powder coating, and is guaranteed not to crack, chip or peel. An industrial-strength silicone caulk applied to each panel ensures a quiet, rattle-free ride. Two heavy-duty hinges, with the same strength and durability as home door hinges, keep our patented pinch-free gates stable and warp-free.
The Furniture
Our rotocast furniture is covered with puncture-resistant 18 mil./33 oz. vinyl with an SRT stain-resistant coating. The seat bases are built with a waffle-board drainage system that's lighter and stronger than wood for increased durability. The seat backs use an integrated drainage system to allow water to easily flow off the seats to the back of the boat. While most manufacturers claim to use wood-free furniture, it's not uncommon to find wood built into their seat backs and bases. Look for yourself by pulling up a cup holder in the rear couch.
Our rotocast furniture is covered with puncture-resistant 18 mil./33 oz. vinyl with an SRT stain-resistant coating. The seat bases are built with a waffle-board drainage system that's lighter and stronger than wood for increased durability. The seat backs use an integrated drainage system to allow water to easily flow off the seats to the back of the boat. While most manufacturers claim to use wood-free furniture, it's not uncommon to find wood built into their seat backs and bases. Look for yourself by pulling up a cup holder in the rear couch.
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