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Fastmount Ltd

For more than 20 years, the New Zealand-based panel company <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2312" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Fastmount Ltd (Company)">Fastmount</a> has revolutionised the mounting process of panelling in marine and architectural applications. Pioneering quick release mounting solutions that can be reused time and time again, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2312" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Fastmount Ltd (Company)">Fastmount</a>’s hidden fixings have long been used in the superyacht sector and are also ideal for use aboard ocean fishing boats, sports boats and towboats, offering a functional and elegant solution to the often time and cost intensive panel mounting walls, ceilings, carpets and more. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/308026/image/large-bb6fc36643caae1508c8f78db79c91d2.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/308026">Perfect marine mounting<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2312" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Fastmount Ltd (Company)">Fastmount</a>’s removable panels are an ideal solution for the marine sector for a number of reasons. Offering perfect alignment with the clip system that utilises CentrePoint placement, alignment is ensured on the full product range by allowing the installer to line up and mark the panels before any drilling takes place. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2312" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Fastmount Ltd (Company)">Fastmount</a> also offers CAD files on all of their products, making it easier to layout the design and prefabricate the panels before they ever enter the superyacht.&nbsp;Pre-drilling the panels offsite means that the installation process is seamless when onboard, reducing the possibility of damage during the crucial fit out period onboard the yacht. In addition, the ease of installation and removal makes the panels perfect for the yachting environment; should a panel get marked or damaged, it can easily be replaced without the need for a full panel refit. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/308023/image/large-ad671ae38d68f5afa8c0889e9e81f346.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/308023">Testing their products with third party company SGS, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2312" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Fastmount Ltd (Company)">Fastmount</a> has guaranteed that their mounting clips can be disengaged at least 500 times before losing integrity meaning that the clips can be reused even when the panels are replaced, and their safety is ensured. In addition to integrity testing, the <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2312" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Fastmount Ltd (Company)">Fastmount</a> ranges can accommodate panels up to 32 kilograms, meaning that they can be used for heavyweight materials such as metal and stone.&nbsp;In a sector that is all about aesthetics, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2312" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Fastmount Ltd (Company)">Fastmount</a> has also ensured that its mounting systems are completely invisible, meaning that they do not interfere with the superyacht’s interior design. Hidden behind the wall panels themselves, the clips require no special maintenance, and because they have been specifically designed to be removed and easily refitted, the systems allow for easy access to maintain wiring, electronics and plumbing. It also means that panels can hide additional storage areas, which are particularly valuable aboard superyachts where storage is often limited. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/308028/image/large-f94e351c6fb292ab4889bdc9e72c89aa.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/308028">A range for every finish<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2312" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Fastmount Ltd (Company)">Fastmount</a> has developed seven product ranges designed to perform on air, land and sea, with clips created for use on different substrates, for different panel materials and weights and with a range of fix options. The team has also developed a specialist Clip Selector on their website, so that you can quickly create a specification for your project and find the best <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2312" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Fastmount Ltd (Company)">Fastmount</a> range for your project needs before contacting a technical expert.&nbsp;Within the range, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2312" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Fastmount Ltd (Company)">Fastmount</a> has also created components that can be utilised on the exterior of your vessel for upholstery panels and their mounting systems can be used on curved walls as well as straight. This even further enables <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2312" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Fastmount Ltd (Company)">Fastmount</a> to realise the intricate and elaborate design of the superyacht, without impacting the overall finish. <img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/307876/image/large-decab5d6033b635aeacd0d794a635293.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/307876">Case Studies<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2312" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Fastmount Ltd (Company)">Fastmount</a> has worked on a myriad of superyacht projects over the past twenty years, here we take a look at a few examples;<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/327" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Baltic Yachts (Company)">Baltic</a>'s 33-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4749" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="WinWin33.04m (108'5&quot;)Baltic Yachts2014">WinWin</a>, launched in 2014 and pictured above, is a high performance carbon sailing yacht and as a result she required resilient panel mounting that would withstand serious sailing pressures. More than 4,000 <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2312" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Fastmount Ltd (Company)">Fastmount</a> clips were used throughout her interiors, for both the ceiling and wall panels and <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/327" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Baltic Yachts (Company)">Baltic</a> opted for a combination of different ranges depending on the use and substrate. Bengt Osman, Interior/Purchasing, <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/327" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Baltic Yachts (Company)">Baltic Yachts</a>, commented, “When I visited METS in 2013 and saw different options for mounting panels, I became more convinced that <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2312" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Fastmount Ltd (Company)">Fastmount</a>was the right type of fastener to introduce to our sailboats. The advantage was firstly the large selection of products for different uses, and secondly that the products are designed to work well even after extended periods of use.”Working across the entire marine sector, Fastmount has also been utilised by tender and toy companies and a prime example is the American company Heyday Inboards, which designs and builds inboard wake boats. Fastmount's solutions were used for the installation of upholstery and it durability ables users to remove the upholstery for cleaning and replacement. The team worked with <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2312" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Fastmount Ltd (Company)">Fastmount</a>’s marine distributor in the U.S., Spradling Marine to find a solution. Ben Dorton, President Heyday Inboards commented, “The <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2312" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Fastmount Ltd (Company)">Fastmount</a> products have allowed us to re-think how we apply our upholstery and service upholstery. It fits perfectly into our mission of relentlessly simplifying the inboard market."<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/307878/image/large-8e1080f55cbda949a8075ff0c99bf2fe.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/307878">The 29.85-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/354" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Sunseeker (Company)">Sunseeker</a> 100 motor yacht is another example of where <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2312" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Fastmount Ltd (Company)">Fastmount</a> clips have been utilised for ease of application throughout the vessel. The above image shows the yacht's swim platform, where <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2312" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Fastmount Ltd (Company)">Fastmount</a> TC-F6H and TC-M6 clips have been used for the attachment of upholstered exterior panels. However, the system has been used throughout the vessel, including in the owner stateroom, bow terrace and helm station.<img src="https://photo-assets.superyachttimes.com/photo/307879/image/large-ff950f80770a005e69798983809c5fc0.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/307879">An iconic member of the global sailing yacht fleet, Alloy Yachts' 56.4-metre <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4242" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Salvaje56.4m (185'0&quot;)Alloy Yachts2014">Mondango 3</a>, now <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Yacht/4242" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Salvaje56.4m (185'0&quot;)Alloy Yachts2014">Salvaje</a>, is another excellent example of F<a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2312" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Fastmount Ltd (Company)">astmount</a>'s capabilities in the marine sector. Featuring curved walls throughout her interior, the superyacht presented a unique challenge to the team to find a reliable solution for attaching and detaching interior panels and components quickly while maintaining a flawless aesthetic. <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2312" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Fastmount Ltd (Company)">Fastmount</a> clips are an effective solution due to their effectiveness in addressing the challenges of curved wall installations, contributing to a refined finish without compromising functionality. To find out more about <a data-gid="gid://syiq/Company/2312" href="#managed-by-system" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank" title="Fastmount Ltd (Company)">Fastmount</a> systems, or to reach out to the team now;

Fastmount panel mounting solutions

We sat down with the team at Fastmount to hear more about the advantages of their product for the superyacht sector.

The advantages of removable panels for the marine sector

Due to popular demand in the industry, New Zealand company Fastmount are now producing its popular Maxi Metal clips in both 5kg and 10kg pull out versions as stock items.<img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/151682/image/large-30d17b79bd6ccb7a3e1dfb55656f4afd.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/151682">The MC-05 and MC-10 Maxi Metal clips are designed to meet the needs of demanding applications that require fire protection and heavy load bearing. Ideally suited to aluminium plate substrate, marble veneer or aluminium honeycomb panels; panels can easily be recovered and refitted in any sequence.SuperYacht Times caught up with the company owners, Maggie and Gregg Kelly, at this years METS in Amsterdam. With the 2014 edition of the show marking the seventh appearance of Fastmount at METS, the owners commented, “It’s extremely important for us and the only show that we come to. It’s critical because firstly we get to see everybody in the industry that we need to see from architects to designers, and then we also use the METS as a central area to get all of our exhibitors across the world to come see us. We have meetings on our stand, new training for our new products, and then we also have our awards night, which will be happening tonight. We can accumulate these things because everybody comes here.”By Maarten Janssen

METS 2014: Fastmount about the importance of the show

Innovative company Fastmount has won the top award for best business with revenue under $10m in the 2012 New Zealand International Business Awards, held in Auckland, New Zealand. The Awards celebrate business success in the world and recognises professional excellence and innovative practice with exceptional export success in international markets. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/138605/image/large-0606906f7d2ba6937e6820c5771af0ac.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/133107">Seven years on, Fastmount has won 4 international innovation awards, is used by more than 1,000 boatyards in 50-plus countries, and boasts many of the world’s award winning Superyachts and top boatbuilders among its clientele. Kiwi company Fastmount was established to meet the demanding requirements of the Superyacht sector. Director and boatbuilder Gregg Kelly saw the opportunity to develop a custom made solution and together Kelly and fellow director Ron Hanley designed the innovative Fastmount clip system, creating an entirely new category in the global marine industry. The Fastmount concealed mounting system delivers a flawless finish and perfect alignment every time. Panels can be easily removed and refitted in any sequence time after time. Increasingly, Fastmount is seen as an enabling system by designers and interior fit-out companies around the world. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/138606/image/large-93d8dfba8f37e926bce94a9b81cd1744.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/133108">Designed and manufactured in New Zealand, the Fastmount product range has expanded to offer 3 systems. Last year, Kelly and Hanley developed the Low Profile System. Launched at the 2011 Buildex NZ it was awarded product of the show. The company’s vision to set the world standard for removable panel-mounting systems is fast being realised. The patented and EU design registered system is specifically designed to perform on land, sea and in the air; and ideal for industries and customers with demanding performance requirements. Fellow director Ron Hanley says “We’re very proud the Fastmount solution has been embraced across the globe. Our design mantra is clever but practical thinking and we love it when customers say “I wish I'd thought of that – it’s such a clever, simple idea”. The Fastmount footprint is kept to a minimum by having internet based systems. This also means the business can be operated from any location in the world enabling Fastmount to easily provide on-site support to their global distributors and clients with no business disruption. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/138607/image/large-01031822a92940e93fc0652cf1b93282.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/133109">Fastmount was established in 2004. Ninety five percent of their revenue is off shore. The company’s largest markets are in Europe. Kelly says, “Working closely with our international network of agents and distributors has been vital to our success. It’s all about teamwork”. Fastmount has experienced steady growth despite the global downturn, working closely with their worldwide network of distributors and listening to their customers. There is plenty of potential globally with several innovations sparked from clients and distributors sharing a problem, and Fastmount moving swiftly to design the right solution. With Fastmount, there are endless applications – only limited by your imagination and commonsense Graham Lodge, development manager for top-selling Sunseeker International Limited, says Fastmount has provided a complete solution in securing deckhead, ceiling, wall panels and even cockpit upholstery. “We use them throughout the entire Sunseeker range from our Sports Cruisers to the very latest Superyachts.” Fastmount is the winner for best business with revenue less than $10m in the 2012 New Zealand International Business Awards. The Awards programme is a New Zealand Trade and Enterprise (NZTE) initiative. NZTE is the New Zealand Government’s national economic development agency.Fastmount Ltd Joss Hong +64 021 865 677 <a href="mailto:joss@fastmount.com?subject=Fastmount%20on%20SuperYachtTimes.com">joss@fastmount.com</a> <a target="_blank" href="http://www.fastmount.com/">www.fastmount.com</a>

Fastmount wins international business award

Fastmount™, designer and manufacturer of award-winning panel mounting systems, known for innovative thinking with practical solutions launches the new Autofit female Clip (PC-AF1) – METS Show, booth 02.226. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/133107/image/large-fdfe655523d1e92580b585fb3d100750.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/133107">Initial feedback has been so positive; the product release has been brought forward to showcase at METS. An extension to the existing clip range, the Fastmount Autofit female clip PC-AF1 can be used with all male clips and in conjunction with other clip sets to achieve perfect alignment. The new Fastmount Autofit female clip (PC-AF1) is ideal for panels that require post installation adjustments, such as lacquered panels that are difficult to align and also complex and curved panels. Based on customer feedback, Fastmount have developed an adjustable clip (PC-AF1) with lateral adjustment in all directions. Push fit into the ply frame (minimum thickness 12mm). The centrepoint (CP-01A) can be used for panel marking as required. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/133108/image/large-ed6c997c4db79bdf11ee7d47fbab6716.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/133108">The Fastmount™ Autofit female clip can work together with: self-tapping male (PC-M1A), self tapping heavy duty male (PC-M2H) black, surface mount male (PC-SM2) and Surface Mount heavy duty male clip (PC-SM2H) black. This means customers have a greater range of panel mounting options yet still enjoy the usual benefits from the Fastmount panel mounting system. The Fastmount system achieves perfect alignment and panels can quickly and easily be removed and refitted to exactly the same location every time. Other new products for 2010, Surface Mount Heavy duty male clip (PC-SM2H) launched at Fort Lauderdale Boatshow 2010 &amp; Side Mount Female clip (PC-RF1) will be showcased alongside the rest of the Fastmount systems on their custom-built interactive stand that allows visitors to remove and replace panels as if fitted on a boat. <img alt="" src="https://syt-store-production.s3.eu-west-1.amazonaws.com/photo/133109/image/large-6876caa8d05f3eff3f39802c1c60b143.jpg" data-gid="gid://syiq/Photo/133109">Ron Hanley, Director, Fastmount™ says “the number of services behind paneling means panels are often removed and replaced for inspection and maintenance needs. This, with new composite materials and the demand for high finishing standards creates problems for boat builders &amp; fit out companies”. Hanley believes the Fastmount™ panel mounting system combined with the range of clips are the perfect solution. Fastmount™ is exhibiting at METS stand #02.226 NZ Pavilion. Fastmount Ltd Joss Hong +64 021 865 677 <a href="mailto:joss@fastmount.com?subject=Fastmount%20on%20SuperYachtTimes.com">joss@fastmount.com</a> <a target="_blank" href="http://www.fastmount.com">www.fastmount.com</a>