Big Top Delivers Fabric Structures to the Nicols Brothers Boat Builders
Big Top’s Buildings Bring More Productivity to the Shipyard
The National Geographic Quest is a state-of-the-art exhibition ship that is designed to navigate narrow inlets and wildlife-rich passageways that are inaccessible to larger vessels. With spacious viewing decks and exploration tools like a SplashCam and a hydrophone that allow one to see and hear beneath the waves, not to mention kayaks, snorkeling gear, and other equipment, the National Geographic Quest is truly a one-of-a-kind vessel that allows travelers to experience the outdoors like never before.
The National Geographic Quest was made by the Nicols Brothers Boat Builders in the northwestern United States. The company specializes in steel and aluminum vessel construction, repair, and major conversions, and is capable of completing vessel construction from production engineering to turn-key delivery. The company’s full-service departments include: ship fitting, production welding, pipe systems, electrical, joinery, machine, paint and HVAC, operators, and production support.
Shipbuilding is an intricate and complex process. For example, shipbuilders often have to meet deadlines, but because shipbuilding is a process that takes place outdoors, their schedule can be significantly impacted by the weather. There are many tasks that can be pressured by the weather, too, such as painting and sandblasting.
The Nicols Brothers Boat Builders have more than 11 Big Top buildings at their shipyard to protect themselves from Mother Nature, keep production moving forward, and increase their bottom line. Our buildings allow the Nicols Brothers to be more efficient in painting and to sandblast in controlled environments. Our shelters can be lifted and moved by crane, which enables the Nicols Brothers to build in modules.
Contact Big Top today for more information about our fabric structures. As a custom manufacturer, we take pride in our ability to work closely with our customers and build structures that accommodate their specific needs.
