Photo Credit : E.Beaugé - Groupe Losange - Bel : Gilles Martin-Raget - Groupe Bel DEVELOPED TECHNOLOGY

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1 Photo Credit : E.Beaugé - Groupe Losange - Bel : Gilles Martin-Raget - Groupe Bel RACE DEVELOPED TECHNOLOGY C A T A L O G U E w w w. f a c n o r. c o m

2 S U M M A R Y F A C N O R F U R L I N G & R E E F I N G S Y S T E M S Photo Credit : Gilles Martin-Raget - Groupe Bel STOCKEURS CUSTOM EQUIPMENT LS, LX, RX HEADSAIL FURLING & REEFING SYSTEMS RC CONTINUOUS LINE FURLING & REEFING SYSTEMS ELECTRIC FURLING & REEFING SYSTEMS CODE ZERO & GENNAKER FURLERS & ASYMMETRIC SPINNAKER FURLERS WIRE FURLERS (STRUCTURAL SYSTEMS) FACSLIDES+ (NEW 2009 PRODUCT) MAINSAIL FURLING & REEFING SYSTEMS & BATTEN CARS P 7-10 P P P P P P P P F A C N O R C A T A L O G U E

3 FULL MAST / RIGGING Four joint companies, all specialised in marine equipment, form the Losange Group: Facnor (furling & reefing systems), Sparcraft (mast & spars), Sparcraft-US (located in USA) and Sparcraft Rigging. The activity of the subsidiaries being complementary, the Losange Group is able to offer a full mast/rigging/furling system package and remains an advantageous partner for boat builders, dealers and charter sailing companies. w w w. g r o u p e - l o s a n g e. c o m INNOVATION & SYNERGY The Losange Group, focussing on a long-term based development, has become one of the leaders within the worldwide marine industry. This pole position results from great involvement in innovation - supported by an engineering synergy (design and development centre) - and from a constant dialogue with customers. A wide distribution network in France and abroad also explains this successful growth. F U R L I N G & R E E F I N G S Y S T E M S FACNOR : Facnor is a worldwide leader in designing and manufacturing furling systems. The company supplies many shipyards as well as ocean sailors who participate in well known races like the Vendée Globe, The Race and the Volvo Race, all sailing genuine "Formula 1" boats. Distribution wise, Facnor has developed a global network of dealers covering 35 countries. Photo Credit : Barry Pickthall / PPL /F. Konyukhov w w w. f a c n o r. c o m 4 / I N N O V A T I O N D E S I G N

4 / F U R L I N G SYSTEMS PACKAGE R U N N I N G & S T A N D I N G R I G G I N G SPARCRAFT RIGGING (SP.R) : SPR assembles and markets high quality standing and running rigging. This is designed to complement the Sparcraft masts and booms. The rigging components are of EC origin and made from carefully selected alloy. Furthermore, the SPR products are manufactured using experienced and reliable machining and forging methods. The numerous controls and the exhaustive traceability of these products have placed SPR in the top rank of rigging suppliers. w w w. s p a r c r a f t - r i g g i n g. c o m M A S T S & H A R D W A R E SPARCRAFT : Sparcraft, associated with "excellence" and "innovation" in marine engineering for over 30 years, has been focusing on design and production of high quality masts, booms and deck equipment. The company owns modern production means run by highly skilled teams spread over four production sites. Many shipyards and charter sailing companies rely on Sparcraft products. A strong distribution network supports these products worldwide. w w w. s p a r c r a f t. c o m SPARCRAFT US : This factory, situated in North Carolina, is the American entity of the Losange Group. Sparcraft-US has its own production unit that covers 4000 m 2 and this includes one of the world largest anodising baths (21.3 m long). Creating a web of dealers across the United States, Sparcraft- US has become one of the most important aluminium mast manufacturers in USA. Photo : Island Packet - IP 485 w w w. s p a r c r a f t - u s. c o m & M A N U F A C T U R I N G / 5

5 ENGINEERING SYNERGY & EXPERIENCE EXPERIENCE IN MARINE INDUSTRY An experience of over 30 years; An engineering team qualified in metallurgy as well as composite materials; A synergy of means in computerised design and production; Human resources based on skills and dynamism; Products tested in extreme conditions by the most experienced ocean skippers. QUALITY CONTROL Our metrology department is equipped with the measuring tools needed to insure the constant conformity of the machined parts; A series of mechanical and chemical tests will ensure reliability of materials PRODUCTION: PERFORMANCE & QUALITY Wide production capacity including 5 production sites; 5000 masts, 7000 furling systems, 8000 sets of rigging (about cables) a year; The longest anodising baths in the world (Sparcraft-US) and Europe (Sparcraft); Electrostatic powder painting box (Sparcraft-US); Plasma CNC cutting machine; CNC and traditional machining. CUSTOMER SERVICE: LOUD AND CLEAR A distribution network offering an after-sale service in 35 countries; Our sales team is based around sailing people with real experience 6 / to advise you from; Short and respected delivery time; Goods shipping well managed; An efficient after sale service; Our dealers' faith proves the Facnor "value".

6 T A I L O R M A D E Photo : J. Benett, Alexia / Wally 100 From racing to cruising : Ocean racing yachts demand the absolute highest quality of equipment and the latest technology. Facnor furlers have been selected by skippers in the Vendee Globe, Volvo Race, Around alone, The Race and the America's Cup to handle their special furling requirements. We work closely with these and other sailing teams to develop and enhance our products no matter what conditions they must endure. The result is high quality products tested in the roughest conditions and pushed to the limit by great sailors. In turn these innovations are made available to all sailors who desire the very best gear. CUSTOM CODE ZERO & GENNAKER FURLERS CARBON FURLING SYSTEMS Photo credit : Hervé Giorsetti - Sixteam / 60ʼ BEL STRUCTURAL SYSTEMS SPECIAL EQUIPMENT C U S T O M E Q U I P M E N T / 7

7 C U S T O M E Q U I P M E N T Photo : M49 Azzura Marine The custom projects to supply special equipment for ocean cruising or racing maxi-yachts require high tech means: computerised design, technical knowledge in metallurgy and composite materials, and a data-base that is constantly updated. Moreover, all kinds of projects delivered by the Facnor team requires a good response, an efficient shipping management as well as an innovative spirit and capacity in order to fulfil the needs of the ocean sailor. Success in all projects has placed Facnor in the top rank of suppliers of custom equipment... MAXI YACHTS EXCELLENCE M eeting a technical capacity in design and production as well as the specific knowledge of the requirements of ocean racing equipment, Facnor is now considered as "the most excellent" in furling systems. For over 20 years, we have been leaders in innovation (patents), design and production of furling systems. We lead in custom products and have also been the favourite partner for many ocean skippers. By involving in ocean racing equipment (Open and trimarans 60') Facnor has developed a specific technical knowledge. The loads supported by super yachts and sea "Formula 1s" are very close. Like the ocean racing boats, the maxi yacht projects are rigorously carried out by the Facnor team. Facnor and the Maxi-yachts : a well-known reference It is the same furler of the Wally 94-1 Magic Carpet used with two different size of code zero. What can I say about your product? Since I ve seen a Facnor furler for the first time in my life, I had the impression of a very good and reliable product.after many years of use, the first impression has been confirmed many many times. Gigio Russo, Manager North Sail Italie photo credit : Naorth Sail It. Facnor managed to penetrate the super yacht market and has supplied the most beautiful classic mega yachts Dark Shadow (Wally 100ʼ) -Adolfo Oria 8 / TAIL O R M A D E

8 MAXI COURSE Facnor is one of the best-known manufacturer of furling systems for the ocean racing mono - and multihulls. The repeated successful tests carried out at sea by winning ocean racers as well as Facnor Team's inclination for challenges and innovation pushed our company to a leading position. EXCELLENCE projects such as the two ABN AMRO Open 70', the 60' trimaran Geant of the skipper, Michel Desjoyeaux, as well as the different Mari-Cha maxi yachts (of which the latest 140' one). Motivated by the same desire to succeed in our projects, we are proud of our long term cooperation with the most famous boat racing Teams. In France, we worked notably with the well-known Groupama Team on the furling equipment for their three maxi trimarans. Although the third Groupama racing trimaran (100 feet) is much more bigger than the two first ones, our customer equally trusted us. We had already prooved our capacity of innovating, the constant high quality of our products and our reactive solutions to their problems. Like the skippers and the project managers we are very demanding and give our best to succeed... Photo : J. Nash, TEAM ABN AMRO Ocean races obviously require a high level of skills in boat equipment manufacturing. Like in Formula One the greatest asset of a team is the capacity of finding ahead the most adequate technological solutions. Every parameter of such complex projects needs to be calculated with precision and tested before the race. For this reason, project managers of ocean racing boats work with the equipment suppliers far ahead before the race starts. This is the race before the Race... Our Teams like meeting such challenges keeping in mind that our products have "to cross the line" (generally in both ways). Facnor has worked on various requiring boat KNOW-HOW, RESEARCH AND DEVELOPMENT Our Design team creates tailor made equipment in order to improve the performance of the product: tension, resistance, weight, handling... Every parameter is measured and simulated thanks to our research and development means (powerful softwares and computers). Each project is considered as unique and dealt with as such. Photo : Yvan Zedda / Groupalmam III PRODUCT REPORT The aim for Bel team was to study the technical solutions that could meet demands of racing boats : lightness, extreme hardiness and efficiency. The technical features of the product are very important but the way it is used too. Not only the device must bear high loads but also the sailor must save time when installing and using it. Facnor team analysed in a very rational way the loads supported by the furling systems on this kind of boat. This has created a close cooperation. With Facnor, we have developed together specific Open 60 racing products and this partnership keeps going». Hervé Giorsetti, 60 Bel Technic Manager Photo : Hervé Giorsetti - Sixteam / Groupe-Bel SOLUTIONS / 9

9 Photo Credit : Barry Pickthall / PPL /F. Konyukhov CARBON FURLING SYSTEMS PRODUCT REPORT Fedor Konyukhov, skipper Russian Open 85 maxi yacht Trading Network Alye Parusa We have started our cooperation with FACNOR in Facnor offered us very reliable furling system to furl all front sails. Sailing single-handed on a maxi yacht requires a lot of attention and looking after the sails. I wanted a system that will allow me to reduce large sails area as fast a possible and at the same time withstand harsh environment of the ocean sailing, particularly in the Southern Ocean. Facnor came up with custom made furlers fitted with PBO stays that are light but strong. For the last 3 years we sailed over miles and never had any complains. In my boat will sail in Antarctica Cup a race around Antarctica and this will be another ultimate test for the equipment. I am confident that Facnor furling gear won t let me down. In comparison with existing products fitted with foil sections, the carbon furling system offers the big advantage of gaining in weight (around 50%). The water drop" shaped sections offer a better aero dynamism. The section components being glued together resist better to torque than an assembling with screws. CUSTOM Unlike continuous line Code zero & Gennaker furlers, these "structural systems" are fitted permanently on the sailing boat. It is an "in and out" furling system to handle Genoa, Solent, Staysail, or even ORC. The structural system components are: a swivel fixed on the mast, a continuous line drum fixed on the chain plate, and an anti-twist cable linking both mechanisms. This cable transfers efficiently the rotation from the drum to the swivel and is captive from the sail STRUCTURAL SYSTEMS tape. The sail is latched at the tack and halyard points. The main advantage of this system is the saving in weight, higher than a carbon headsail furling system fitted with a fibre forestay. Photo : Gunboat Facnor has managed to create a significant knowhow to design and conceive custom parts. CUSTOM CODE ZERO & GENNAKER FURLERS Photo Credit : Y. Zedda (Groupama III) Facnor is "the" precursor in manufacturing continuous line Code zero & Gennaker furlers, we have supplied these since 1998 and in that we are often copied but never equalled. Most 60' monohulls and multihulls are now equipped with Facnor continuous line Code zero & Gennaker furlers: very light, reliable and safely handled alone. These furlers are designed to support the high working and breaking load of over 500m 2 Gennakers. SPECIAL FITTINGS F acnor skilled Design Team provide also to the maxi yachts special "one-off" product : titanium padeyes, chainplates high-load blocks, / CUSTOM PRODUCT

10 H E A D S A I L F U R L I N G & R E E F I N G S Y S T E M S Race developed technology : The LS/LX/RX Range has been developed according to a specific technological concept to establish the west-about solo non-stop record. Now the same technology from offshore racing is available for every boat thanks to Facnor s continuous development. LS LX RX Photo : Hanse Yachts STRENGTH PERFORMANCE INNOVATION R A C I N G & C R U I S I N G / 11

11 LS/LX/RX HEADSAIL From the smallest of cruising yachts to the biggest round the world race yachts, they all have something in common, the same Facnor technology Photo : Atlantique Gréeement Bearing box : Strength - Performance - Innovation Like the Facnor carbon furling systems on board of Jean Luc Van Den Heede s 80 footer, the Ls/Lx/Rx drum and swivel are fitted with a bearing box (see above). This was tested over ocean races under loads up to 20 to 30 times higher than a 30ft cruising boat. Even under high halyard tension furling remains easy. This innovative system is now available for every boat thanks to Facnor continuous development. DRUM & SWIVEL ROTATING TACK FITTING (LX & RX) Fitted with torlon balls, this system takes up automatically the sail fullness when furling and offers a better 1/4 sail shape when this one is partially furled Photo : R. Montagny PRODUCT REPORT Roland Montagny Port Pin Rolland Shipyard Manager We are specialized in building and preparing offshore catamarans. These boats are meant for rent and endure intensive use, almost all over the year. Our fleet sails all over the globe and mainly in the West Indies and the Mediterranean area. Regarding furling equipment, our requests were the following : an excellent compromise between quality and price (above all, no after sale services to cope with because of our scattered fleet), short delivery times and an efficiency to solve technical problems proper to big units. The products which met the most our expectations were the Facnor LS furlers, which give us complete satisfaction. In addition, it is a real pleasure to work with Facnor team!» WATERPROOF Thanks to 2 elastomer moulded twin rim joints proofing against salted water and sun light BEARING BOX Components: a stainless steel thrust bearing between 2 large self-lubrificating polymer fibre bearings SMOOTH ROTATION This bearing box takes the axial loads (halyard tension) and lateral loads (outhaul tension) HARD ANODISING A hard anodising (40 microns), similar to winches, protects these parts against impacts and abrasion 12 / LS/LX/RX:Strength -

12 FURLING & REEFING RANGE SAIL FEEDER (LX range) With the pre feeder (delivered) gives the ideal fitting to hoist the sail solo HALYARD DEFLECTOR WHEEL Prevents the Genoa halyard and any other halyard from wrapping around the forestay SWIVEL: SMOOTH ROTATION Even under high loads, featuring the innovative bearing box like the drum STRONG CONNECTIONS Improved torque resistance make the furling easy even under loads (see details p.14) SYNTHETIC INSULATION LARGE RANGE OF SECTIONS (5 SIZES) The new sections allow a gradual and regular furling (see details page 14) Situated between different materials to prevent electrolysis FACNOR ADVANTAGES Smooth rotation even under high loads Maintenance free Large range of new sections Strong connections Smooth stainless steel feeder + pre feeder (LX range) Rotating tack fitting (LX/RX range) Adjustable guides Insulation between different materials 40 micron hard anodising Easy installation thanks to the bottom telescopic section (see p. 16) 360 ADJUSTABLE FURLING LINE GUIDE For an optimal running of the furling line (no rubbing) Photo : Ovni 365 / Alubat 360 Performance - Innovation / 13

13 ADAPTED & SIMPLE INSTALLATION 4 possible types of installation: the drum fixation depends on the bottom forestay terminal fitted on your boat. As shown below, 3 extra options can be added to the standard furling kit: - short link plates (bent stainless steel plates) - long link plates - internal turnbuckle option (extended drum nose) Internal turnbuckle Long link plates All models: The bottom fixing pin (marine quality stainless steel) is delivered with a nut (nylock) that insures a reliable fixing of the forestay and the furling system. chain plate (not included) short link plates Bottom forestay terminal Eye + chain plates Eye + double jaw toggle Turnbuckle + double jaw toggle Turnbuckle + double jaw toggle Type of installation Standard With short link plates With internal turnbuckle option & short link plates With long link plates LS LX RX CRUISING OR RACING Photo credit : Grand Soleil LS / LX / RX according to your sailing programme : you will find within the three ranges of headsail furling and reefing systems, the Facnor product adapted to your needs either cruising, ocean navigation or racing. LS / LX cruising programme : the LS range offers a large choice of standard models. Beside, the LX range corresponds to an "upgraded" range featuring a removable drum, a rotating tack fitting, and a stainless steel feeder. RX racing/cruising programme : If you race, the RX furling systems will meet your satisfaction with their aerodynamic sections, the rotating tack fitting and the removable drum allow you to use the system as a head foil. Removable drum : system used as a simple head foil Just a few minutes are needed to change the furling system into a twin groove head foil ready for racing Unscrew and remove the furling line guide Remove the half plates Fit the two half protection rings Once the half plates are removed, a racing Genoa can be hoisted using the twin groove head foil 14 / LS/LX/RX:Strength -

14 THE FURLING SYSTEM SUITABLE TO YOUR BOAT LS/LX RANGE CRUISING Photo Credit : Alubat - Ovni M o d e l LS 60 LX 60 LS 70 LX 70 LS 100 LX 100 LS 130 LX 130 LS 165 LX 165 LS180 LX 180 LS 200 LX 200 LS290 LX290 LS330 LX330 BOAT LENGTH m feet 5,5 to 7 20 to 23 6,5 to 8 21 to 28 7,5 to 9 24 to 29 8 to to 36 9 to to to to 43 11,5 to to to to to to 90 Max. forestay ø *removable eye or turnbuckle mm inch 5 5/32 5 5/32 6 1/4 6-7* 1/2 9/32 * 8-10* 5/16 3/8 * 8-10* 5/16 3/8 * 10-12* 3/8 1/2 * 12-14* 1/2 9/16 * 14-22* 9/16 3/4 * SECTION : SX 25 SX 25 SX 33 SX 33 SX 39 SX 39 SX 47 SX 47 SX 53 Weight per meter 577 g 577 g 658 g 658 g 914 g 914 g 1095 g 1095 g 1413 g Halyard swivel CX 25 CX 25 CX 33 CX 33 CX 39 CX 39 CX 47 CX 47 CX 53 OPTIONS Link Plates Internal turnbuckle fitting STANDARD LS STANDARD DRUM ALUMINIUM SAIL FEEDER FIXED TACK FITTING LUXE LX REMOVABLE DRUM STAINLESS STEEL FEEDER ROTATING TACK FITTING Photo : RADONIC RX RANGE RACING / CRUISING M o d e l RX 70 RX 100 RX 130 RX 165 RX 200 RX260 RX300 Boat Length m feet 6,5 to 8 7,5 to 8,5 21 to to 29 8 to 9,5 28 to 30 9 to 11,5 29 to to 12,5 32 to 42 11,5 to to to to 60 Max. forestay ø mm inch 5 5/32 6 1/4 6 or 7 1/4 or 9/32 8 5/16 8 5/ /8 12,7 1/2 necessary to have removable eye or turnbuckle SECTION : Weight per meter R g R g R g R g R g R g R g Halyard swivel CX 14 CX 14 CX 14 CX 24 CX 24 CX 26 CX 34 OPTIONS Link plates Internal turnbuckle fitting Performance - Innovation / 15

15 STRONG CONNECTIONS AND SECTIONS HIGH PERFORMANCE POLYAMID BEARING Protect the forestay and prevent from wearing CNC MACHINED HOLES Insuring the sections to be perfectly aligned MATERIAL INSULATED Screws covered with tuff lock (blocking and insulating product) CONNECTORS WITH HIGH TORQUE RESISTANCE Guarantee a great rigidity at the section connections 2 METER ANODISED EXTRUDED ALUMINIUM SECTIONS Type of aluminium : serie 6000 Standard section length : 2 m (6 8 ) HEAD TELESCOPIC SECTION (Facnor patent) Allows adjusting the section length. Like the connectors, the telescopic section offers a high torque resistance FOIL SX 25 / SX 33 / SX 39 / SX 47 / SX 53 ROUNDED SECTIONS (LS/LX RANGES): The SX twin groove foil sections, round shaped, offer smooth furling as well as a high rigidity. We recommend a 5mm finished luff tape. ø = 6mm ø ø ø SX25 SX33 SX39 SX47 SX53 ø ø 28,5 32,6 41,5 51,5 59,6 R14 / R24 / R26 / R34 ELLIPTICAL SECTIONS: This range of sections offers a good aerodynamics' and the double-groove allows easy sail changing. We recommend a 5mm finished luff tape except for the R14 (4.5mm). ø = 5,5 mm ø = 7 mm ø = 7 mm ø = 8 mm ø ø ø R14 R24 R26 R34 ø 16 / ,5

16 C O N T I N U O U S LINE FURLING & REEFING SYSTEMS RC continuous line furling systems: Featuring an elegant and low profile design, the RC range offers the requested benefits of a reliable, safe and flat reefing equipment. Facnor is the only manufacturer to supply this very specific type of reefing system. RC Photo : A 35 - Ettore Yachting MAXIMUM LUFF HIGH TECH DESIGN, EFFICIENT & AESTHETIC / 17

17 C O N T I N U O U S L I N E F U R L I N G & EFFICIENT & AESTHETIC Facnor, the world leader in continuous line Gennaker furlers, introduces a unique and modern design for headsail furling systems. This range of new products was developed from our experience with designing continuous line furlers for ocean racing teams. Now sailors can enjoy the benefits of our innovative continuous line system on any boat. Continuous line furling system: from ocean race to cruising In the past the continuous line furling systems used to be fitted on Gennaker furlers or Headsail structural furlers. However, they are now available on the RC headsail reefing systems. Compared to a conventional drum, the advantages of a continuous line system are numerous: a bigger luff available, greater furling power due to a larger diameter drum, no risk of overriding. A technology directly developed in racing Gennaker furlers or "structural system" (structural furler, see page 10) fitted on Open 60's. Furthermore, this model can be fitted on existing Facnor reefing system (R range). MAXIMUM LUFF Photo Classic 35 - David Réard Maximum luff FURLING LINE EXIT Allows guiding the furling line around the clam cleat without any risk of wearing RC model "maximum luff" Conventional drum Tack point on classic drum Tack point on RC drum Fixation point 18 / R C : M a x. L u f f & c o n t i n

18 R E E F I N G S Y S T E M S BOX BEARING Components: stainless steel thrust bearing and two fibered polymer bearing (see LS/LX/RX feature page 12) FACNOR Photo : matheophoto*.free.fr / Pogo 10,50 / Structures ADVANTAGES Maximised luff thanks to low profile drum : the Genoa outhaul follows the deck Furling power increased A constant pull supplied by the furling line Easy handlings Internal housing for turnbuckle Waterproof bearings Installation as simple as a classic Facnor furling system Eliminates risk of furling line overriding Adaptation possible on former "S" or "R" sections Rotating tack fitting with torlon balls to take up sail fullness Large range : RC100, RC180, RC220, RC300 HEAD FOIL : RACING ELLIPTICAL SECTIONS This range of aerodynamic sections offers a good penetration in the air and the double-groove allows changing easily the sail. The "R" section improves the performance of the RC continuous line system. SIMPLE FITTING Easy access to the turnbuckle. This fitting system of the drum allows to check quickly the forestay bottom parts. Photo Credit : Ed Tadzik / Southern Cross Spars CONTINUOUS LINE DRUM The large diameter of the continuous line drum increases the furling couple and reduces the efforts. And it prevents the furling line to override. u o u s l i n e s y s t e m / 19

19 RCC O N T I N U O U S L I N E F U R L I N G RC FURLING SYSTEM FITTING TO YOUR BOAT MODEL RC 100 RC 180 RC 220 RC 300 Boat Length m feet 8 to 9 m 26 to 30 9 to 12 m 30 to to 13 m 38 to 43 12,5 to 18 m + 43 Max. Forestay ø 7* 9/32 * 8* 5/16 * 10* 3/8 * 12,7* 1/2 * SECTION : Weight per meter R g R g R g R g Standard length section 2 M M M M 6 8 Halyard swivel CX 14 CX 24 CX 26 CX 34 OPTION spliced furling line * removable eye or turnbuckle RC 220 MINIMUM DIMENSIONS MODEL Mechanism ø A D Furling line ø RC 100 ø ø 8 RC 180 ø ø 8 RC 220 ø ø 8 Photo Classic 35 - David Réard RC 300 ø ø 10 Photo Credit : Tecnique Gréement Continuous line drum Ø Turnbuckle D = diameter of internal turnbuckle fitting Dimensions & diameter A = distance between the tack and the fixation points 20 / RC: maximum luff &

20 A N D R E E F I N G S Y S T E M S C EXEMPLE FOR INSTALLATION See the example of how the continuous furling line can run on the deck (to be adjusted according to the boat deck plan). This installation allows to put a slight tension into the furling line and use the winch if needed. A40 Continuous furling line installed with a jammer PRODUCT REPORT Bernard de Ravignan Skipper of a Pogo 8.50 (Accastillage Diffusion) The RC furling system is an excellent product which gave me full satisfaction and allows keeping a maximum luff length to furl the headsail and obtain the optimum adjustment according the wind ; light, efficient and high quality product For the next Transquadra (French solo transatlantic race for 40- year-old skippers) I consider to fit a Facnor Code Zero furler. Thank you again for the quality, fiabilité and followup of your services continuous system Photo Credit : G. de Ravignan / 21

21 SIMPLE INSTALLATION & SECTIONS A SIMPLE INSTALLATION EASY ACCESS TO THE TURNBUCKLE The new RC continuous line furling and reefing system can be fitted either on a rigging screw or an eye/link plate terminal. The ring fitting at the bottom of the drum allows an easy and quick access to the forestay terminal for a simple check or a slight adjustment. This ring fitting sets separately the forestay from the drum. By removing a few screws, the drum can be lifted up. Moreover, this fitting contributes to an additional articulation of the furling system that eases the drum bearings. Ring fitting Bottom eye or rigging screw Insulating ring screw Ring Fitting Internal turnbuckle fitting Forestay terminal Fixing pin Toggle Chain plate Rotating tack fitting Furling line exits Installation with turnbuckle Installation with Eye terminal 22 / PRODUCT REPORT Mike Strong Australia Facnor Distributor W e have now fitted RC furlers to a variety of yachts in Australia, in all cases the owners, who were originally seduced by the elegant appearance of the furlers have also been delighted with the ease of use and performance benefits they provide. As the furlers were sold to yachts across the country none of the new owners had experience of them first hand prior to purchase, advice from the Facnor team and the ease of assembly of these units made installation a breeze. We expect to see many more happy owners in the near future.! R14 / R24 / R26 / R34 ELLIPTICAL SECTIONS: ø = 5,5 mm ø = 7 mm ø = 7 mm ø = 8 mm ø ø ø R14 R24 R26 R ,5 The range of aerodynamic sections offers an efficient air flow. The twin grove allows changing easily the sail. It is not necessary to change sections if you already possess an R model Facnor furling system. We recommend a 5mm finished luff tape. Steb Fisher Photography 2007, all rights reserved. ø

22 E L E C T R I C F U R L I N G S Y S T E M S RMEJ electric furlers: Facnor RMEJ Electric furlers are used on the largest units. They are compact, aerodynamic and elegant. Their simple use and perfect operation makes your navigation easy and confortable RMEJ COMFORTABLE photo credit : CONRAD / Conrad 66 photo credit : CONRAD / Conrad 66 SAILING RELIABLE & EASY TO USE / 23

23 E L E C T R I C M O T O R I S E D Facnor offers a range of motorised furling and reefing systems for any boat over 9 meters. With these electric furling systems, the headsail becomes easy to handle from the cockpit with any abrupt interruption. This secured device will make your cruising very pleasant EFFICIENT & SLEEK Quality: our new motor blocks are CNC machined from one piece of aluminium and protected with a hard anodising (40 microns) like all Facnor products. They are also waterproof and therefore maintenance free. Use: the furling device is small and compact but supplies enough power to quickly furl the Genoa. The drive belt transmission is smoother, more powerful and more efficient than conventional gearboxes. The Facnor electric furling systems are delivered complete with sections, electric furling device, pin and link plates. RMEJ RATIO MOTOR: MAINTENANCE FREE The worm gear ensures that the reefed sail does not unfurl. This gear is permanently lubricated and does not require heavy maintenance. The electric furling gear operates quietly thanks to the high precision machining of each part. Incidently, the gear can rotate either clockwise or anticlockwise COMPACT & ELEGANT MOTORISED UNIT The aerodynamic design of the electric device does not take too much room on the fore deck. It is easier for access to the anchor. 24 / F A C N O R R M E J :

24 F U R L I N G S Y S T E M S USE OF THE EXISTING FORESTAY The design of the motorised device can be fitted with the existing forestay (eye or turnbuckle terminal). photo credit : HINCKLEY 42 DS Phil Bennett ELECTRIC SYSTEM SUITABLE FOR SAILING YACHTS OVER 30 FACNOR ADVANTAGES Waterproof motorised device therefore maintenance free Installation over the existing forestay without any modification Low sound level Elegant and compact Worm gear locks the reefed sail. This gear is lubricated for life. Quick connections with Boxtron box (optional) Light weight Available in 12 or 24 volts HEIGHT ADJUSTMENT The pre-drilled stainless steel link plates raise the motorised device to a suitable height in order to leave sufficient access for anchor. The link plates that adjust the motorised device can be cut to measure in order to modify the height of the tack. SAFETY In case of power failure, the Facnor RMEJ furling system is fitted with a manual backup device so that you can use a winch handle or alternatively our emergency continuous line system (see page 27). C O M F O R T A B L E S A I L I N G / 25

25 BOXTRON RELAY SYSTEM The BOXTRON system is a pre-assembled box containing all electrical components necessary for operating the electric furling gear. This compact system provides added protection for your boat electrical installation. It is available in two versions: TELE (wire) or RADIO control. photo credit : Hood BOXTRON AVANTAGES The advantages of the boxtron box are numerous: Protection from overloads by an adjustable electronic cut-out device with automatic reset Sound alarm in case of failure. Control LED s Furling begins slowly then increases quickly with accelerated ramp up Available in two versions: tele and radio control The boxtron system (box above) can be supplied in tele or radio (wireless) control. In this case, the box cover includes the radio device. 26 / F A C N O R A c c e s s o r i e s

26 EMERGENCY SYSTEM Facnor has designed a new emergency back-up system for electric and hydraulic furling gears. This system is faster, safer and easier to use than a manual winch handle Facnor emergency system for motorised furlers: quick, easy and reliable.. Facnor has designed a new emergency back-up system for electric and hydraulic furlers. This new system is faster, safer and easier to use than a manual winch handle. Most electric furlers is provided with a manual back-up system, so the sail can be furled in case of power loss, usually with a winch handle. Furling a jib or mainsail with a winch handle in rough conditions can be a difficult and dangerous operation. The manual winch handle system for jib furlers is located on the side of the furling unit on the bow, and on the front of the mast for mainsail furlers. Both are difficult areas for manual furling in rough conditions. Facnor has solved this problem with a continuous line drive system fitted with a standard winch handle attachment that offers a safer and more powerful emergency system. As with most Facnor continuous line systems, the operation is safe. Once in place the furling can be done by pulling on the continuous line system from over one meter away. Our experience in designing endless line furlers guarantees the reliability of this emergency system. The Facnor emergency system fits on electric/hydraulic furlers and enables a quick and safe operation in case of engine failure. Emergency sail handling on the fore-deck in bad weather can be very hazardous. The Facnor system allows for controllable and safe back-up operations in worst conditions.safe handling... The proximity of the pulpit may block the handling of a traditional crank of help (photo opposite). The Facnor system makes it possible to furl in any circumstances TECHNICAL FEATURES Corrosion proof Main components made of anodised aluminium and stainless steel Auto-locking fitting on to the furling unit Adaptable on any standard model of electric/hydraulic furlers Constant torque when furling Headsail and mainsail easily and quickly furled in case of engine failure Shorter than a winch handle 12 mm diameter line and protection bag included in delivery. EXAMPLE FOR INSTALLATION Safe and efficient handling: This Facnor continuous line emergency system is used instead of any winch handle and fits into the emergency mechanism of the furling unit (see picture against). As any efficient handle, the Facnor emergency system has a square fitting that automatically locks the system into the furling unit while operating. Easy to use : stand 1 meter behind the furling unit and pull the endless furling line to furl the sail. Standing 1 meter away from the jib furler in stormy conditions is safer than directly over the bow of the boat. & O p t i o n s photo credit : HINCKLEY 42 DS Phil Bennett Under-deck solution / 27

27 THE ELECTRIC FURL. GEAR SUITABLE FOR YOUR BOAT ELECTRIC MODEL RMEJ 1.02 SX 39 RMEJ 1.02 SX 47 RMEJ 2.02 SX 53 Boat length Max. forestay Ø (*turnbuckle necessary) m feet 9 to 13 m 30 to 42 8 mm - 10 mm* 3/8 12 to 18 m 40 to mm - 14 mm* 9/ m mm and + + 9/16 SECTION REF SX39 SX47 SX53 POWER 400 w** 400 w** 900 w** SWIVEL REF CX 39 CX 47 CX 53 ** This power develops high performance while consuming low energy, therefore saving batteries. SECTIONS & SWIVELS SECTIONS SX The sections fitted on RMEJ electric system are the same as on the LS/LX range (see page 16). These performance sections ensure a torque resistance even under high loads. SWIVELS The swivels feature the same quality as the swivel delivered with the RC racing range. They are fitted with bearing box (see page 12 & 13). USE OF THE EXISTING FORESTAY The hollow inside of the motorised device allows fitting the existing forestay (even with a turnbuckle bottom terminal). If necessary, it is possible to install the furling gear with the forestay fixed on the mast head. You only need to remove the bottom fixation pin of the forestay (in some cases, you may need to add extra accessories at the bottom of the forestay, see drawing below). PRODUCT REPORT Dick Johansson, Skipper of a Swan / photo credit : CONRAD / Conrad 66 After investigating the market for a electric furling system suiting the size of a 76 footer, I decided that Facnor was the unit to go for. And I have not been dissapointed. The assembly of the system was quite easy, when following the instructions carefully. All the fittings are very exact and all the joiningparts fits very well together. The wiring was quite an easy operation. I have in/out pushbuttons on each side of the cockpit coming close to the primary-winches, and that makes it very easy to operate the furler and sheet at the same time depending what tack you are on. I have sailed 2500miles this summer and the system has been working perfectly all the time. I can strongly recommend Facnor to any boatowner who wants a reliable furling system.

28 CODE ZERO & GENNAKER FURLERS Removable furling line Photo Credit : Shipman / Shipman 50 FX new range : In sailing races each second saved while handling sails is important. For this reason Facnor Team designs products with the purpose of simplifying sail reefing. The lattest example is the huge French racing trimaran, Groupama III (100'), for which Facnor provided very specific and innovative furlers. Using this particular experience Facnor has developed the new FX range of Gennaker furlers. With this new furling equipment handling flying sails becomes easy in either racing or cruising. F X T QUICK & EASY TO FIT & F X G E N N A K E R & C O D E 0 / 29

29 N E W F X C O D E 0 & The Facnor Fx furler has been designed to easily furl your Gennaker or Code 0. Moreover, our design team has developed unique innovations in order to safely and quickly install the furler. The sail head and tack are seized to thimbles. These are fixed to the swivel and the drum with quick-release pins. Quick and easy to fit & Easy performance Like the structural furler, the Code zero & Gennaker furler is an in/out system that does not allow reefing of the sail. The anti-twist rope is captive within the sail luff tape. The sail head and tack are seized to thimbles. These are fixed to the swivel and the drum with quick-release pins. The advantage is the quick installation. The furled sail can quickly be stored after use. With the Code zero & Gennaker furler, no more knots with the Spinnaker around the forestay: in light wind the Code zero & Gennaker can be quickly hoisted and unfurled. This is perfect when you are sailing before the wind: with Facnor the performance is worry free. SAFETY PIN to release or secure the thimble (drum & swivel)* * for FX 2500, 4500 & 7000 models photo credit : Paul Bouwman / Lankhorst Taselaar - Holland 30 / CONTINUOUS LINE DEVICE This system eliminates furling line overrides. PRODUCT REPORT Alain Testard Owner of a Garcia passoa 50 Owner of a Garcia Passoa 50, I left Cherbourg (Normandy, France) with my wife and we have sailed for 4 years in the Mediterranean sea along the coasts of Corsica, Sardinia, Sicily, Tunisia, Malta, Croatia and Greece. From this year, we bought a Code O with a Facnor FX4500 furler. This investment enables us to keep on sailing safely in light winds. Hoisting the sail happens to be very easy even with a small crew as you can furl without any effort from the cockpit. We are fully satisfied with this product.. Photo Credit: A. Testard / Garcia Passoa 50 A STRONG ONE-BLOCK DRUM The main body of the drum is made of one aluminium block and is CNC machined. (sturdier than a casting part). QUICK FASTENING DEVICE FX furlers ares fitted with quick fastening device (voir p.33). s i m p l e REMOVABLE FURLING LINE

30 G E N N A K E R F U R L E R SWIVEL Available in different versions (ex. Two-toone version, advantage: optimal halyard tension) Photo Credit : Shipman / Shipman 50 Removable furling line FACNOR ADVANTAGES Innovative : removable furling line Lightness : optimized system and ultracompact Easily installed and stored (the continuous drum ALUMINIUM THIMBLE (Options p. 34). TORQUE ROPE (supplied on request) It transfers efficiently the furling rotation from the drum to the swivel. The torque rope is captive within the sail luff tape. is fitted with quick-release-pin fastenings ). Sturdiness : strong one-block drum Maintenance free : high protection of the mechanisms Stainless steel guide insures a smooth and perfect run of the furling line Continuous line drum: low profile design (just above deck), i.e. a maximum sail luff Design neat and purified on all the range Large range of fitting options : 2-to-1 swivel, special textile shackles, Thimble,... (cf page 34) A NEW GUIDE / RUBBER RING CONCEPT Thanks to a clever innovation, the continuous furling line can be quickly removed without any complication. This special feature offers the advantage that the furling line can remain on the deck for further use. There is no need to remove the stanchion blocks. Just remove the furler and the furled sail. REMOVABLE FURLING LINE 1-3 Put on / Remove 2-2 Photo Credit : Outremer rubber ring to allow the continuous line furler h a n d l i n g 3-1 / 31

31 F X T S T A N D A R D & Use conditions: The use range of the sails as shown on the diagram against varies with the force of the wind. We can mainly bear in mind that the FX furlers are better adapted for use with flying headsails between beam and broad reach (i.e. Code Zero and Gennaker). The complementary use with closer reach headsails is possible, however, under certain conditions. Please contact the closest Facnor agent for further advices. Installation of the Code zero & Gennaker furler: the short sequence above shows how easily the Gennaker furler is installed (here on a Fabulo Open 35). Lie the Gennaker furled on the deck, fit the bottom thimble onto the drum and the upper thimble onto the swivel, adjust the bowsprit, hoist and finally unfurl while controlling the sheet. All done! E A S Y I N S T A L L A T I O N O N B O A R D STANDARD CODE ZERO & GEN. FURLER (CLASSIC DRUM) FXT Standard Code zero & gennaker furler (FXT) : this standard furler includes a drum as on the classic headsail furling systems. The drum is fitted with a shackle or a jaw at the top (tack) and with a snap shackle at the bottom (deck fixing). It is quickly installed and removed after use. Able to support high loads, the SDG STD model helps to furl easily a Gennaker or a flying sail. The mechanism of the drum and the swivel are made of aluminium and fitted with steel bearings protected by waterproof joints (maintenance free). STANDARD GENNAKER FURLER SUITABLE FOR YOUR BOAT The model is determined by the sail area and the maximum working and breaking loads supported by the system (see chart below): FXT MODEL FXT 4500 FXT 7000 FXT CUSTOM Boat length 9,5 à to Max. sail area 100 m ft m ft 2 on request Safe Working Load* Kg 9921 lbs Kg lbs * The S.W.L. is the maximum safe working load over which distortions of the furler can appear. This load is approx. 50% of the breaking load (depending on models) The swivel and the drum are fitted with the same bearings (top shackle for halyard fitting). 32 / E A S Y R A C I N G

32 photo credit : Yvan Zedda / Groupama III C O N T I N U O U S L I N E F U R L E R S CONTINUOUS LINE GEN. & CODE ZERO FURLER New continuous line Code zero & gennaker furler (FX) they are made of two main components, one flat continous line drum and one swivel. This model eliminates the override of the furling line (no overlapping round the drum). The low profile design of the drum allows a maximum luff and the large diameter gives more furling power. It is half weight of a standard Gennaker furler. The new opening guide makes the Fx furler easier to use. Facnor offers a wide range of gennaker furlers suitable from 6.50 up to the mega-yachts. Facnor, as originator of Gennaker continuous line furlers, has the longest experience in this type of products. These have been tested during ocean races in rough weather conditions, for instance onboard of 100 Groupama III. Removable furling line THE GEN. CONTINUOUS LINE FURL. SUITABLE FOR YOUR BOAT The model is determined by the sail area and the maximum working and breaking loads supported by the syste (see chart below). FX MODEL FX 900 FX 1500 FX 2500 FX 4500 FX 7000 FX FX Boat length m feet 6 to 10,5 m 20 to to 12 m 30 to to 14 m 40 to to 16 m 42 to to 20 m 55 to m m + 82 Sail area advised 30 m 2 55 m 2 80 m m m m m ft ft ft ft ft ft ft 2 Safe Working Load* 900 kg 1984 lbs 1,5 ton 3306 lbs 2,5 tons 5511 lbs 4,5 tons 9920 lbs 7 tons lbs 12 tons lbs 20 tons lbs * The S.W.L. is the maximum safe working load over which distortions of the furler can appear. This load is approx. 50% of the breaking load (depending on models) REMOVING THE FURLING LINE : AS EASY AS ABC Thanks to a clever innovation, the continuous furling line can be quickly removed without any complication. This special feature offers the advantage that the furling line can remain on the deck for further use. There is no need to remove the stanchion blocks. Just remove the furler and the furled sail. EASILY INSTALLED AND STORED The continuous drum is fitted with quick-release-pin fastenings (snap shackles or special textile shackles) that make for quick and easy the installation and removal of the Gennaker or Code 0. QUICK - RELEASE- PIN FASTENINGS The sail can be removed from the furler in one "click". Fitted with : Push-pin (FX & FX models) New safety-clip fastening (FX 2500, 4500, & 7000 models) G-ring (FX 900 & 1500 models) EASY CHANGE AND RE-USE OF CONTINUOUS LINE FURLER The intermediate models are fitted with a safety-clip device As it is very simple to remove the sail from the furler and to fit the block option on to the swivel, the Gennaker can be quickly changed for the staysail if needed*. Furthermore, it is also easy to store the sail and clean the furler mechanism. *provided that the loads are equivalent for both sails + F X b y f a c n o r & C R U I S I N G / 33

33 OPTIONS FOR GEN. CONTINUOUS LINE FURLERS 2-to-1 swivel 6000 Thimble drawing 1 Torque Rope FX FX FX FX 900 FX 1500 FX FX Code Zeros and Gennakers are finished with luff ropes that provide the sail with strength to handle the high halyard load required for proper function. Facnor furlers are designed with this important feature in mind and we manufacture thimbles that fit the jaw of the furler to accommodate different luff ropes. The FX code zero and gennaker furlers are designed with an open jaw to transmit the twist of the luff rope. Aluminum thimbles Luff ropes finished with Facnor lightweight aluminum thimbles fit the exact inside dimension of the jaw on the furler for a clean finish at the tack and head. The thimble and luff rope quickly transfer the furling action from the drum to the luff for tight and even furling. Facnor thimbles are CNC machined from a solid block of aluminum so they resist crushing under high loads. Consult with your sailmaker to find the best luff rope configuration for your boat. However, you can be sure that Facnor makes thimbles that will suit your needs : - Standard thimble - Webbing and lashing thimble Various sizes available for each model Blocks and sheaves Often high halyard loads are required to properly sail with Code Zeros so Facnor offer many variations of 2 to 1 fittings. Compact sheaves integrated into the halyard swivel reduce weight aloft and increase luff length while a block installed on the bottom of the drum can reduce the amount of mast compression. Many options are available to accommodate any specific need. Quick - release - pin fastenings : FX furlers can be fitted with different quick fastening device : loops, snapshackles, shackles,... FX 2500 FX Dedicated blocks (6000) Removable furling line (FX) thimble rep.2 thimble rep.1 FX 2500 FX 4500 FX FX FX / THIMBLES,BLOCKS & SHEAVES

34 ASYMMETRIC SPINNAKER FURLERS Asym-FX No more awkward operations on the foredeck, for example to take the sail down. The ASYM-FX furler has been developed through Open 60 race technology. Ready for use very quickly. Your asymmetric Spinnaker is safely and quickly pulled up, taken down and stored. Possible adaptation on existing asymmetric Spinnaker under certain conditions and modifications. A F X QUICK INSTALLATION HANDLING FROM THE COCKPIT EASY ASYMMETRIC SPINNAKER / 35

35 A S Y M M E T R I C The Asym-Fx allows to furl in the asymmetric Spinnakers from the cockpit by pulling the bottom furling line. The anti-twist rope rotates up to the top end. The central line connecting the sail luff and the torque rope by the middle starts furling in. Unlike the Gennaker (Code Zero), the torque rope is not captive from the luff tape. The drum continuous furling line prevents from overriding and can be left fitted on deck or easily removed. Therefore, the furled sail is quickly ready to be used. Regular furling (in/out) thanks to a simple system Start furling the Asymmetric Spinnaker by pulling the furling line Furling first the centre of the luff (thanks to a central furling rope) Then the sail is furled and can be easily lowered and removed REMOVABLE FURLING LINE (as for the FX, see page 31) thanks to the clever design of the stainless steel guide & the rubber ring 36 / PRODUCT REPORT Christian Richard Owner of an Oceanis 393 Sailing alone or with my wife, I am pleasantly amazed by the serenity that brings the Asym-Fx by day or night. The stress has completely disappeared, the performances are still there, and we use the asymmetric Spinnaker longer than before the installation of the furler as we handle everything from the cockpit : a real advantage and we now fully enjoy sailing before the wind again.. photo credit : M. La Casa - thanks to Eromar POINT ATTACHMENT fixed on the tack or the head of the sail FURLING LINE (REMOVABLE) simple

36 S P I N N A K E R F U R L E R S Asym-FX SWIVEL Rotating head fitting Photo : Incidences FACNOR ADVANTAGES Tested mechanism (derived from Fx range of Gennaker furlers) Use of your existing asymmetric Spinnaker under certain conditions and modifications (strips+central rope) Safe System to fit the anti-twist luff rope into the top and LUFF ROPE TERMINAL with spliedess device (adjustable length) CENTRAL CONNEXION LINE LUFF ROPE / SAIL LUFF (line + strip) bottom mechanisms (exact calculation of the luff rope length) Maintenance free bearings Furling line easily and quickly removed without any mechanical operation No risk for the furling line to override The sail tightly furled does not put any load in the rig Optional fitting : adapted system for FX continuous line drum Optional Fitting FX / ASYM-FX ANTI TWIST LUFF ROPE Kevlar core CONTINUOUS LINE DRUM with fitted-in rope connexion (rotating tack fitting) system suitable for use with an existing Fx furler handlings / 37

37 THE ASYMMETRIC SPINNAKER FURLER SUITABLE FOR YOUR BOAT Asym-FX MODEL AFX 1500 AFX 2500 AFX 4500 AFX 7000 AFX BOAT LENGTH (feet) (meters) 20 to 38 6 to 11,5 m 38 to 45 11,5 to 14 m 42 to to 16 m 55 to to 20 m m Asymmetric Spinnaker area (max.) Weight 50 m 2 90 m m m m ft ft ft ft ft 2 Continuous line drum 395 g 986 g 1317 g 2180 g 3440 g Swivel 250 g 531 g 755 g 990 g 1640 g AFX OPTIONS AJUSTMENT OF THE TACK Facnor has developed two options in order to be able to adjust the tack of the asymmetric Spinnaker fitted with an Asym-Fx: 2- to-1 block and the friction block. Both devices allow to makes bigger the belly of the sail and to forward the sail further before the wind. 2-to-1 BLOCK (Draw.1) 2-to-1 block The 2-to-1 block allows to reduce the loads generated by the adjustable tack line. This option is available for the Asym-Fx 2500/4500/7000/20000 models. Draw.1 FRICTION BLOCK (Draw.2) The friction block is used in order to be able to adjust the height of the tack. This option is available from the AFX1500 up to the AFX 7000 models. The more the two attachment points are spread, the better is the torque Draw.2 PRODUCT REPORT Philippe Touêt, La Rochelle Incidences Sailoft Friction block Splies furling line available in 6, 8, 10, 12 et 14 mm diameter (Length: 12,16 or 20 m and further on request). There are many advantages to the Asym-Fx furler. First, in most cases the standard modification is to add a fourth point in the middle of the luff. Secondly, unlike what people think the loads supported by the sail when furling in (by the middle) are relatively weak. Thirdly, if we look at the headsail use range, one single mechanism can be finally used to furl the staysail, the Gennaker/Code zero and the asymmetric Spinnaker. Yann Zedda 38 /

38 photo credit : Kyansailing - CB66 Racer W I R E F U R L E R STG 3T & 4T wire furlers : The 3T & 4T "in & out" furling systems are quite similars in use to conventional furlers. However, with this type of furler, the headsail is fitted with snapshackle to the forestay wire and then can be quickly changed. Light and easy to operate, the STG 3T & 4T suits particularly monotype racing boats. S T G 3 4 T MAXIMUM LUFF 3T SIMPLE & LIGHT FOR 24 TO 33 BOATS / 39

39 4 W I R E F U R L E R F O R Facnor adapted the racing structural furler developed for ocean Open 60 to 24 to 33 ft sailing boats. These furlers are in/out systems for Solent or small Genoa. They give the possibility of hoisting quickly a sail fitted with hanks as on any conventional forestay. This system is especially suitable for racing yachts. IN/OUT SYSTEMS Unlike the headsail furling and reefing system, but like the Gennaker furler, the structural wire furler does not allow reefing of the sail. It is an in/out system. The sail set on structural wire furler can be fitted with hanks or zip luff. The furling principle is simple: the continuous line drum transfers the rotation to the tack of the sail that furls round the forestay. After a few turns, the rotation is quickly transferred to the top of the sail. With the halyard swivel the sail can be quickly hoisted and lowered the sail as requested. MAXIMUM LUFF & LIGHTNESS The structural wire furler offers the same advantages as the continuous line drum: a constant furling power, a maximum luff thanks to the low profile drum that keeps the jib tack low. Extra feature: the saving in weight compared to a classic drum is around 10kg less than a conventional furling system. Ideal for racing boats! MADE FROM A SINGLE ALUMINIUM BLOCK The continuous line drum is made from a single aluminium block that is CNC machined in order to offer a high resistance BEARINGS Stainless steel bearing box fitted with torlon balls. Twin rim joints proofing against salted water and sun light BOTTOM STAINLESS STEEL TOGGLE allows to fit the continuous line drum to the foredeck chain plate (delivered) 40 / 3T&4T:Simplicity in

40 2 4 T O 3 3 B O A T S 4 HEAD SWIVEL Joins the wire and the mast, this swivel allows the wire to turn and supports the loads HALYARD SWIVEL Allows changing quickly the headsail TOP STAINLESS STEEL TOGGLE Fixes the top swivel on the mast STAINLESS STEEL WIRE ø 5 to ø 7 mm (not included). Sail fitted with hanks or zip luff. FACNOR ADVANTAGES LINK PLATES Allows adjusting the length of the forestay that is easily removed. Ideal for unstepping operations CONTINUOUS LINE DRUM The large diameter of the continuous line drum increases the furling power and reduces the efforts. The risk of line overriding is eliminated. Saving in weight (up to 5 times lighter than a conventional furling system) Kit made of a continuous line drum and a top swivel both fitted with a toggle, and a halyard swivel Product conception based on a system tested in ocean races, waterproof and therefore maintenance free Constant and great furling power thanks to the continuous line drum Halyard swivel that allows use of the existing halyard Makes easy unstepping operations compared to a classic reefing system Maximum luff thanks to the low profile drum: the Genoa outhaul reaches the deck Simple installation, sail fitted on snap shackles Strong (3 & 4 tons loads) FURLING LINE EXIT guides the furling line and keeps it in contact with the drum handling and lightness / 41

41 STG 3T & 4T STRUCTURAL WIRE FURLER photo credit : BENETEAU Gérard Beauvais Facnor supplies the First Class 7500, produced by Bénéteau. This boat has been designed by Finot- Fauroux architects in partnership with the French Sailing Federation. The choice of the Class 7500 illustrates the perfect suitability between the STG 3T and the racing monotype boats. Kit made of a continuous line drum and a top swivel both fitted with a toggle, and a halyard swivel Model Boat length Forestay ø Breaking load Drum ø STG 3T from 7,5 to 9,5 meters from 23 to 31 ø 5 mm or ø 6 mm 5/32 or 1/4 according the type of boat ø 7 mm 9/32 3 tons 6673 lbs 119 mm* STG 4T from 8 to 10 meters from 25 to 32 4 tons 8818 lbs 227 mm * To give a comparison, it is 1mm smaller than a Cd-Rom The structural furler holds the mast unlike the Gennaker furler. Therefore, it supports the forestay loads. The principle is the same as the custom structural furlers installed on ocean racing mono- and multi hulls. However, the custom products are fitted with anti-twist fibre cable. The STG 3T only requires a standard monotoron wire forestay. PRODUCT REPORT Harold Hynscht, Multihull owner (USA) Corsair 28 The reason why we have been choosing this furler is because it is very easy and simple to install and use. Moreover, it makes sailing much safer and more pleasant. It avoids foredeck awkward handlings. We are extremely satisfied with this headsail furler. It been a fantastic addition to our sailing boat!!» photo credit : Harold Hynscht 5 to 7 mm Ø STAINLESS STEEL WIRE The stainless steel wire is not delivered with the kit. We recommend reliable, strong and high quality products of Sparcraft Rigging, joint company of the Losange Group. Stainless steel wire (type 1x19) used on 3T Facnor wire furler 42 /

42 F U L L B A T T E N C A R S Y S T E M Facslide full batten car system: For full batten mainsails above a certain area, sailing with a Facslide system becomes necessary. Fitted with a lazzy jack, this ball car system makes easy mainsail hoisting, reefing and lowering. FACSLIDES+ New! EASY INSTALLATION HOIST AND LOWER THE SAIL EFFORTLESSLY S A I L E A S I L Y L O W E R E D / 43

43 BALL BEARING CARS DESIGNED FOR The system of recirculating ball bearing cars is designed for full batten mainsail. It helps to raise, lower and reef the sail easily. The FACSLIDE system combined with a Lazy Bag is the perfect installation to handle your mainsail on your own. The new Facsildes+ are much more efficient than ever. PERFORMANT & AESTHETIC The FACSLIDE system aims at effortless sailing like all Facnor products. The tracks (FACSLIDE components) are easily fitted to the mast with slugs slided inside the mast groove. This installation does not require any modification to the mast. Clever product conception: different car models can be mixed together on the same FR25 tracks. This way, when the cars are down, the stack height of the sail can be kept to a minimum. The FACSLIDE system combined with a Lazy Bag fitting becomes the perfect fitting for solo mainsail handling. The cars allow adjusting the sail even when you are sailing before the wind. The FACSLIDE components are: 2 m tracks (new), one head board car, batten and intermediate cars. New TRACKS FITTING TO THE MAST WITHOUT MODIFICATION The tracks are easily fixed with slugs alongside the existing mast without unstepping (see page 46). Photo Credit : Outremer 44 / F A C N O R

44 FULLY BATTEN MAINSAIL TOP AND BOTTOM STOPPERS Delivered in the FACSLIDE kits, these stoppers prevent the cars from sliding out of the tracks. FACNOR ADVANTAGES! HEADBOARD CAR can be fitted on the head board of the existing sail or simply on a ring. + than 180 Safety-clip device (similar to the FX Gennaker furlers) MONOBLOCK CARS The FACSLIDE cars are CNC machined in one block of aluminium, this makes them shock-proof when lowering the sail. NEW FACSLIDES+ Monoblock design of the cars eliminates the problem of weakness when caps are fitted on each edge of the car. The ball race is CNC machined to high precision. Possibility of mixing the car models (F ) in order to lower the sail stack height when the cars are down. It also helps reduce the total cost. The head board car can be fitted on the existing mainsail head board or a ring. The toggle of the batten cars can turn more than 180 and fit to most batten boxes (M10-12). The intermediate cars are delivered with sleeve that eases the fitting of the sail wedding. The cars are supplied with torlon (high load version) or delrin balls (standard version). The torlon balls offer a higher resistance against wearing New version for F : flatter and lighter tracks, safety and quick pins (see below) most enduring anodization (40 microns) and insulation materials 1 AUTOMATIC REEFING Reefing the sail is easy due to the low tension on the mainsail halyard. Tensioning the luff also becomes easy even when you are sailing before the wind. For the F40 models, Facnor has developed an efficient outhaul car. e f f o r t l e s s s a i l i n g 2 3 / 45

45 THE FACSLIDE SYSTEM SUITABLE FOR YOUR BOAT FACSLIDE MODEL MONOHULL mainsail area MULTIHULL mainsail area F.07 * 20 M 2* / 215 ft 2 F.10 High Load 45 M 2 / 484 ft 2 40 M 2 / 430 ft 2 F.20 High Load 60 M 2 / 645 ft 2 55 M 2 / 590 ft 2 F.30 High Load 85 M 2 / 915 ft 2 70 M 2 / 755 ft 2 F.40 High Load 130 M 2 / 1400 ft 2 90 M 2 / 968 ft 2 The high load models are supplied with torlon balls. * F07 is suitable for sailing boats under 30 TRACK INSTALLATION WITH SLUGS The tracks are easily fitted to your mast with slugs without unstepping and modifying it. The various types of slugs ensure the compatibility of our system in most existing mast grooves. The tracks are CNC drilled with high precision. Made of aluminium extrusion, they are also perfectly straight. New hard 40 microns anodization of the tracks. PRODUCT REPORT François Kienlen, Allures Yachting Operation Manager The Facslide full batten systems are reliable and we have no warranty claim which guarantees high quality equipment. These excellent products are also easy to set up. Our Mainsails cover about 51 m2 (540 ft2) which is quite consequent but thanks to the Facslide systems, one person only is able to hoist the sail easily. And when you get used to it, the automatic reefing system becomes a remarkable comfort. Système Facslides sur Allures 44 Different type of tracks according to the mainsail area: FR07 TRACK FOR F07 CARS FR+25x15 TRACK FOR F CARS (new) Two types of slugs: flat and round (various sizes available) 46 / FR40 TRACK FOR F40

46 M A I N S A I L F U R L I N G & R E E F I N G S Y S T E M S Photo Credit : Meltemi FURLING IN & OUT EFFORTLESSLY COMFORTABLE NAVIGATION CF / 47

47 C F M A I N S A I L F U R L I N G & Sailing differently but safely: the Facnor mainsail furling system makes your sailing safe and comfortable. No more effort to reef the sail in choppy seas: by a simple handling, you will always have the right surface of sail adapted to the wind conditions. No more hard job of folding or flaking the sail: by a simple handling, your mainsail is quickly furled or unfurled. Your boat will always be ready to leave with sails already set up. SIMPLICITY IN INSTALLATION Simplicity in the design: The principle of the Compact F (CF) system matches the Facnor moto: simplicity reliability innovation. Thanks to this product policy Facnor is placed as leader of furling system manufacturers. The CF principle: a furling system that for a headsail turns inside housing sections. The drive unit of the sections is situated just above the goose neck and is operated with a continuous furling line (Facnor patent). Simplicity of installation, strong fixing: The housing sections are fixed with slugs alongside the mast (drilling not necessary). The drive unit is easy to install and does NOT REQUIRE ANY MODIFICATION TO THE GOOSENECK. This kit is suitable for most type of mast and is quickly fitted without unstepping the mast. The CF mainsail furling system is produced using high tech means that result in a excellent quality/price ratio MAINSAIL WITHOUT BATTENS Mainsail to be made to measure from suitable dacron or laminate materials to support storage when furled DRIVE UNIT The furling sections turns by operating the drive unit with a continuous line system. The drive unit is fitted with two sets of stainless steel ball bearings and fixed to the mast above the goose neck with slugs. PLEASE NOTE: The system does not interfere with the goose neck, therefore, no modification is necessary. 48/ F A C N O R : S A I L I N G

48 R E E F I N G S Y S T E M S HALYARD SWIVEL FURLING SECTIONS (2 meter long) They fit inside the housing sections. The sail is furled round them. Photo Credit : Philippe Mayoussier FACNOR ADVANTAGES HOUSING SECTIONS The housing sections (1,7 meter long) are fixed with slugs to the mast without modification. Safe handling of the mainsail Simple to use Installation without modifying or drilling the mast This system allows keeping the original goose neck BOTTOM SECTION DESIGN The section design prevents damaging the sail. The edges of the housing section incorporate a round groove so that a spare sail or protection strip can be hoisted. BOOM EQUIPMENT The mainsail furling system includes a boom kit that allows perfect positioning of the clew. There are two versions available: -standard kit (ref. RC): includes a ball bearing car and track (fixed onto the boom with slugs inserted into the groove like the housing section); -special kit (ref. KB): avoids to use the existing boom sheaves that are not really suitable because of their small diameter. The sheaves supplied are fitted with needle bearing substantially reducing friction (see next page). E F F O R T L E S S L Y / 49

49 THE MAINSAIL FURL. SYSTEM SUITABLE FOR YOUR BOAT WIDE RANGE OF MAINSAIL FURLING SYSTEM Facnor offers a wide range of mainsail furling systems suitable for 6 to 16 meter sailing boat. The chart below allows to determine the model that suits your boat (please ask for advice to our dealers, see on the web site). MODEL CF 65 CF 70 CF 80 CF 90 CF 105 Boat length 6 to 8 M 20 to 26 7,5 to 8,5 M 24 to 28 8,5 to 10 M 28 to to 12 M 32 to 40 11,5 to 18 M 39 to 60 Max. housing section length 8,5 M / 28 10,2 M / 33 15,3 M / M / 58 20,4 M / 67 Max. boom length 2,9 M / 9 3,0 M / 10 3,9 M / 12 4,4 M / 14 6,0 M / 20 Housing section weight/meter m feet 1,350 kg 1,350 kg 1,850 kg 2,130 kg 3,030 kg Furling section Ø 1 3/4 mm 1 3/4 mm 1 3/4 mm 1 3/4 mm 1 3/4 mm SIMPLE INSTALLATION EASY FIXING OF THE HOUSING SECTIONS The housing sections are fitted to the mast by inserting slugs inside the mast groove. The housing sections and the slugs are fixed together by stainless steel screws and Nylock nuts. All housing sections are predrilled and no modification has to be done on your mast. PRODUCT REPORT Manos Karatarkatis, Owner of a Sun Kiss 47 (Greece) Fours years ago, I decided to change my mainsail to handle it more easily and to be safe when sailing. After some research, my choice came down to the FACNOR mainsail furler. I looked at the boom furlers, but first the prices were high and people did not seem very confident in these products. Now I can tell you that I'm very satisfied with the Facnor mainsail furler which I have on my Sun Kiss 47. This system makes sailing trips easier with my wife and I'm sailing with more confidence and safety. I will advise everybody who want to sail easily and safely to choose the Facnor mainsail furler. HOUSING AND FURLING SECTIONS These sections are made of extruded aluminium and anodised after machining. They combine resistance and lightness. The furling sections are twin groove.the standard length of the housing section is 1.70 meter in order to lower freight cost. BOOM KITS: standard and special -standard version: track on which a ball bearing car is fitted with a shackle (fig. 1) -special version: track on which slides a ball bearing car is fitted with a pivoting sheave (fig. 2); includes two needle bearing sheaves (fig 1) Photo Credit : Meltemi (fig 2) 50 /

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