Installation Gallery - click on any image for a larger versionBelow are photos of the underwater survey process and the actual manta mooring installation. |
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 Use of underwater scooters is essential as currents can be strong |
 Many detailed measurements are required for the underwater survey process. |
 Pounding down the prospect probe to determine anchor site density |
 We use the Stanley Hydraulic Underwater Jackhammers to install the pin and chain into the substrate Location: Ka'anapali |
 Installation can take from 2-4 hours for one manta anchor depending on ocean conditions Location: Ka'anapali |
 The completed manta mooring system leaves the ocean floor clean of debris Location: Ka'anapali |
 SETTING THE MANTA Location: Lahaina |
 MANTA W/SHACKLE Location: Lahaina |
 BALL KEEPS CHAIN OFF BOTTOM TO REDUCE WEAR and DAMAGE TO SEA FLOOR Location: Lahaina |
 Not Good - CHAIN ON REEF Anchor chain causes permanent damage |
 Chain on Bottom is No Good - NOTE THE BROKEN CORAL The boat swings, the chain moves, the coral suffers..... |
 DON'T LET YOUR BOAT DO THIS TO MAUI'S REEFS! INSTALL MANTA MOORINGS ! |