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The Yacht Rigger, a marine service facility based in Saint Petersburg, Florida, specializes in major cruising refits, including large-scale lithium battery banks, solar arrays, high-output alternators, and standing rigging replacement. The team, led by co-owners Brian Ford and Steven Lloyd, focuses on off-grid power systems designed to reduce or eliminate generator reliance.0:38 Their technical expertise covers both traditional swaged stainless steel rigging and modern alternatives like machined titanium fittings, which avoid the work-hardening failures common in swaged wire.52:05 The shop also installs modular arch systems, such as those from Atlantic Tower, to support solar and equipment arrays.26:26 The team emphasizes that while swaging remains a cost-effective industry standard, digital welding technology and battery energy density have advanced significantly in recent years, allowing for smaller, more efficient equipment installations.18:48 The crew maintains that proactive replacement of rigging components is essential, as stainless steel fittings often fail spontaneously due to hidden work hardening or stress fractures that are not visible during routine inspections.48:58

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