Vectorworks Sail is a focus within Vectorworks Marine to develop and build sail powered marine vessels.

Vectorworks Marine (VMI) came about as the collaboration of Composite Structures Inc. (CSI) and Vectorworks Inc. (VI). CSI originally formed in Omaha, Nebraska in 1993, quickly grew to be one of the most advanced mid-sized composite manufacturers in the United States. Focusing on the design and manufacture of composites, CSI developed one of the most comprehensive design, development, and manufacturing teams anywhere, including, degreed engineers, CNC tooling capability and expert mold/pattern makers.

To feed the market’s demand for better performance, reduced weight and shorter model runs, all at a lower cost, CSI strove to develop and perfect new processing methods and materials for our customers’ applications. Computer controlled equipment, Resin transfer molding, proprietary infusions, rotational molding, were but a few of the processes utilized at their facility.

Vectorworks Inc., formed in 1991 in Central Florida and in 1994 moved to Titusville. They quickly grew to be one of the most recognized names in the marine tooling industry. By developing the materials and techniques to utilize multiple large CNC 5- axis mills, they pioneered the switch to computer driven tooling in the marine industry. Techniques for such things as large-scale direct-machined molds, to greatly reduce the cost of prototyping or low run projects, are one of the advantages CNC tooling brings, along with improved accuracy and cycle times. Complimenting their reputation in tooling, VI developed a team to provide engineering product development and large-scale lamination.

In late 2001, the principles of VI and CSI recognized the synergies that could be gained and began the process of bringing the two organizations together. Building on the core competencies of the two companies, manufacturing and tooling respectively, creating a complete “virtual shipyard” would now be possible by expanding to include marine engineering, navel architecture and private label manufacturing. Private label manufacturing was set up to bring designs and ideas to life. This concept is aimed at customers who have a recognized name or product line, but for a variety of reasons such as location, cost, or experience, choose not to burden themselves with the complexities of a manufacturing operation. Our skilled technicians, facilities and equipment, coupled with purchasing, QC, safety and environmental support, mean VI can fabricate customer’s design cost effectively and efficiency. And unlike all but the largest manufacturers, our in-house engineering, tooling and support is there to help, whether it is growing new models, coordinating option changes, or just providing simple mold maintenance.

Visit our main web site VMI www.vectorworksmarine.com, for more information, or look further in this site for examples of how our manufacturing facility can work to bring your ideas to life.