Equipment: Five practical solutions for everyday life on board

Mirka hoover

The Mirka Dexos 1217 M AFC is a compact industrial hoover in the M class, ideal for sanding work on boats. With 1,200 watts of power and an air flow of 42 litres per second, it ensures effective dust extraction and protects health and the abrasive from rapid clogging. The hoover weighs 13 kg and is easy to manoeuvre. Equipped with a brushless motor, it ensures high performance with low noise levels (77.7 dB). The 17-litre container holds dust bags or loose material. Two sockets with auto-start function enable direct connection of power tools. The Dexos 1217 M AFC retains 99.9 per cent of dust and is suitable for materials with limit values above 0.1 mg/m³. It is not approved for more hazardous class H dusts.

• Price: 853,43 €
• Further information: mirca.com

Automatic anchor gallows

The polished stainless steel Mr Fantastic anchor fitting offers a practical solution for the safe deployment and recovery of M anchors at the bow. At the heart of the system are gas springs that push a carriage with the bow roller and anchor forwards. The extension leads to a greater distance between the bow and the anchor, which prevents damage to the hull. The medium size of the system is suitable for anchors weighing 10 to 15 kilograms.

• Price: 640 €
• Further information: gruendl-shop.com.au

Offshore jacket Bergen II Thermo

Crazy4Sailing, the clothing line from Yachticon, has developed a new collection. The Bergen II Thermo offshore jacket is designed not only to protect against spray and rain, but also to keep you particularly warm. According to the manufacturer, thanks to its warm padding, it is a mixture of oilskin and winter or transition jacket. Nevertheless, very good breathability should be achieved. Customised printing is possible.

• Price: 249 €
• Further information: crazy4sailing.com

On-board WC from Thetford Marine

Thetford Marine presents the new Tecma Breex and E-Breex toilets. The toilets offer an elegant, minimalist design that blends in perfectly with any boat. The soft-closing lid and quick-release system ensure better hygiene and ease of use. The E version builds on the normal version and integrates an electronic system with a wireless remote control. They are made from Italian ceramics.

• Further information: thetfordmarine.com

More services from Quick Group

Quick Group unveiled the new moreCARE Suite of Services at the Palm Beach International Boat Show 2025, offering comprehensive service and extended warranty for its products. One focus is on the MC² Quick Gyro stabilisers, for which there is a CARE service agreement that provides up to five years or 4,000 hours of additional coverage. These agreements include repairs, spare parts and even the possibility of transfer to new owners when the boat is sold.