The range covers folding and feathering propellers
Flexofold manufactures two- and three-blade folding propellers, feathering options, saildrive versions and service parts. The products are intended to fold or align while sailing to reduce drag and then deploy for propulsion under engine.
That principle is particularly relevant to smaller sailing yachts, where a fixed propeller can represent a noticeable percentage of total underwater drag. The right propeller also has to provide dependable ahead and astern thrust when entering a marina.
Saildrive options support common engine systems
The Danish manufacturer offers saildrive products compatible with systems including Volvo Penta and Yanmar. Different shaft diameters and pitch options allow the propeller to be matched to the engine, gearbox and hull rather than treated as a universal component.
Correct sizing is important because too much or too little pitch can harm engine performance. Owners should use manufacturer or dealer calculations rather than selecting a propeller only by blade count or advertised efficiency.
The distributor will provide technical support
Scandinavian Marine takes responsibility for sales, technical advice and after-sales service in Australia and New Zealand. The company already represents several sailing-equipment brands, giving it an established route into dealers and boatyards.
Local support matters for propellers because installation, anode choice, service kits and damage repairs often need quick answers. Waiting for overseas assistance can turn a minor issue into lost boating days during a short season.
Reduced drag is the main sailing benefit
A folding propeller removes much of the exposed blade area when the engine is not in use, which can improve sailing speed and reduce turbulence. The benefit is most noticeable to owners who value performance or spend long periods sailing rather than motoring.
For LBG sailors, the new distribution agreement improves access rather than changing the underlying technology. The practical buying decision remains a balance between drag reduction, motoring performance, maintenance, price and compatibility with the existing drivetrain.
Official sources: marinebusiness.news.