Testimonial Letters
At Marina Protection Systems we take pride in our work to make sure you tell all the boat owners you know about us. Here's a selection of letters from some satisfied clients.
29th November, 2001
The Manager
Mr Brett Maddern
Electrolysis Consultant
117 Duke Street
SCARBOROUGH WA 6019
TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN
Re: Electrolysis Analysis & Rectification On 480DB Sea Ray
We wish to confirm the privilege of having been able to engage the professional and diligent services of Brett Maddern to diagnose, rectify and implement permanent "electrolysis control" on our Sea Ray Cruiser.
Briefly we took delivery of a new 48' Sea Ray cruiser direct from the Florida factory, landed in Fremantle, Western Australia, where there was no Dealer representation. The accessories included an alloy hydraulic swim platform and factory fitted 240 volt TV / Entertainment appliances in lieu of the standard American 110 volt units.
With due respect to Sea Ray and in view of the non-standard combination of the above components, the vessel immediately showed signs of active Electrolysis action with advanced corrosion of the Aluminium Platform structure and sacrificial anodes.
We were most fortunate to locate Brett as an expert in this field and it was found that the 240V TVs had a unique antenna grounding that was in fact sending current to earth, together with bonding issues of other metal components.
However, Brett neutralised all of the above under full sanction of Sea Ray's New Zealand sales office, Sports Marine and the US factory have reinstalled all damaged components to our full satisfaction.
Subsequently, Brett has installed a permanent cathodic protection monitoring device which provides the ultimate piece of mind, knowing all is `under control' whilst at the same time greatly reducing the quantity of zinc anodes previously utilized.
The above have all contributed to virtually eliminating contimination growth on the antifouled / fibreglass hull, over the past 12 months in salt water conditions, and it has only been the uncoated metal components that attracted any weed and barnacle presence.
We sincerely express our gratitude for this service in efficiently and accurately protecting our `asset' from the rigors of corrosive action as identified and have no hesitation in recommending the services and equipment provided by Brett to any serious boat owner.
I would be pleased to elaborate on any of the above and may be contacted at Roy Perron & Associates in Perth, Western Australia.
ROY PERRON
4 PLAIN STREET, EAST PERTH, W.A. 6004. PHONE 
(08) 9221 1242
. FAX (08) 9221 1119. A/H (08) 9457 0006. P.O. BOX 6028, EAST PERTH, W.A. 6892
16th June, 2002
TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN
Re: Electrolysis Blocker
I wish to acknowledge the services of Marina Protection Systems for promptly diagnosing a serious electrolysis problem on my 50' Precision "Outrageous". The vessel had lost its stainless steel transom box and deck that had been specifically designed for game fishing to corrosion, costing me over $10,000.00 to replace.
Marina Protection Systems were most impressive with their monitoring and auditing of all onboard electrical devices and appliances, as well as the affect of the shore power supply. They successfully arrested earth-leakage and electrolysis problems on my vessel.
With the installation of an Electrolysis Blocker, electrolysis and earth-leakage problems have stopped. I have also installed a permanent Marina Protection System to monitor the cathodic protection installation. This system gives me the ability to read a meter and asses the effectiveness of cathodic protection. This gives me peace of mind whenever I step onboard.
The services provided by Marina Protection Systems were professional and efficient to ultimately reduce the amount of zinc anodes required and virtually eliminate any hull growth over the past 18 month period in a salt water environment.
In view of the above, I have no hesitation in thoroughly recommending Marina Protection Systems and the equipment. Their understanding of this complex subject is essential for any serious boat owner in protecting their asset and investment from the rigors of corrosion and electrolysis.
John Whitehead
Director, Winthrop Boat Charters
3RD FLOOR, 47 KISHORN ROAD, APPLECROSS. PO BOX 1118, CANNING BRIDGE WA 6153. PHONE (08) 9364 7237. FAX (08) 9364 9692
1st March 2003
To Whom It May Concern
T/AS BLUE LIGHTNING CHARTERS
Mandurah Ocean Marina
PO Box 1553 Mandurah WA 6210
Tel: 9586 3466
Fax: 9586 3766
Mobile: 0408956776
I purchased a new Black Watch 36ft from Queensland in March 2002. This has got to be the most seaworthy vessel I have ever purchased.. After 2-1/2 months we lifted the vessel out of the water and found the props had been badly corroded from electrolysis.
I was advised to contact Brett Maddern of Marina Protection..
Brett did various tests on my system and advised me to fit an electrolysis block. We had the block fitted and eight months later have lifted the vessel from the water and found the new props I had fitted are still in A1 condition.
I found Brett to be very efficient, professional and experienced in this field. Thanks to his diagnosis I now feel very confident that he has solved my electrolysis problem.
Yours sincerely
Bill Mills
Director
TO WHOM IT MAY CONCERN
Re: Marina Electrolysis/corrosion and Rectification
We wish to acknowledge the products and services acquired from Brett Maddern, Marina Protection Systems Pty.Ltd. Brett was readily able to identify the causes of corrosion and current irregularities experienced by our staff and patrons. Since engaging Brett and Marina Protection System's electrolysis blocker, our patrons and we have noticed a reduced rate of corrosion in the past two years.
His services were most impressive in monitoring and auditing marina and patrons needs, thereby increasing our awareness. Implementation of the Electrolysis Blockers into the marina wiring harness in 2002, has placated concerned boat owners about corrosion and made the marina passive in the environment.
The services Brett provided were most professional and efficient to ultimately reduce the rate of heavy metals being released into our waterways by approximately 40%. Providing many benefits to our boaters and less alkaline degradation of timber/concrete to our floating pontoons and pylons. The Blockers extend the project lifetime of the marina assets and our maintenance budget.
In view of the above, we have no hesitation in thoroughly recommending Brett Maddern and Marina Protection Systems to any serious marina and boater considering taking on the complex issues involved in marine corrosion.
I would be pleased to elaborate on any of the above and may be contacted at Sanctuary Cove Marina Operations, PO Box 199, Sanctuary Cove, QLD 4212, Australia.
Yours sincerely
Richard Barrett
Marina Operations Manager
Marine Village
MARTIN BOX MARINE
ABN 52 265 225 265
LAUNCH, YACHT & MARINE BROKERS, BOAT DEALERS
FREMANTLE SAILING CLUB
1 CAPO D'ORLANDO DRIVE
FREMANTLE
WESTERN AUSTRALIA 6160
September 5 2008
Brett Maddern
Marina Protection Systems
Dear Brett,
Thank you for introducing your 'Maddox System'. It has been 12 months with the 'Maddox System' installed on my Caribbean 35 ZINGARA. It has achieved everything you claimed it would.
After employing a diver to inspect my vessel, he found that the Maddox anode was only 20% consumed and recommended that we stay in the water and do not slip the boat. He believes we will get another year of protection.
The diver said that the anti-fouling and prop-speed is still on my drive gear. He also noticed a great reduction in growths and contaminates on my drive gear which is why my boats performance has been consistent for the 12 months.
Thanks again, your 'Maddox System' has saved money on slipping, hard stand, fuel, paint and my time.
I am only too happy to highly recommend the Maddox System to all boat owners.
Best regards,DONALD GORHAM
Marine Broker
Tel: +61 8 9336 1466
Fax: + 61 8 9430 4212
JUST PPROPELLERS
Sales * Service * Modifications * Rebuilds
Unit 1/4 Leeway Court, Osbourne Park
Western Australia 6017
Tel: +61 8 9244 9255
Fax:+61 8 9244 89 55
October 24th 2008
Brett Maddern
Marina Protection Systems
Dear Brett,
I would like to thank you for introducing your 'Maddox System' After 12 months of having the 'Maddox System' installed on my Randell 37 Sports Fisherman, it has done a great job and achieved everything you claimed it would.
I have been able to retain a better portion of the anti-fouling and little effect has been noticed to the prop-speed on my running gear. I also noticed a great reduction in growths and contaminates on my running gear which has maintained my boats performance the whole year.
After hauling Yantina this month we found that the Maddox anode was only 15% consumed, we remade the connection to the same anode and believe we will get another year of protection.
Thanks again, your 'Maddox System' has saved money, fuel, paint and my time.
I am only too happy to highly recommend your Maddox products to any boat owner.
Best regards,
Michael Constantine
www.propellers.com.au
STEBER INTERNATIONAL
STEBERCRAFT PTY. LTD.
6 Elizabeth Avenue
Taree, NSW, 2430, Australia
October 21st 2008
Mr. Brett Maddern
Marina Protection Systems,
5/6 Corbusier Court
Balcatta WA 6021
Dear Brett,
I would like to thank you for the magnificent job you did on the electrolysis problem one of our clients was experiencing.
Your approach to solving the problem was very professional and efficient. Since you have installed your complete Maddox Anode System, including Electrolysis Blocker, Shaft Grounding Strap and Maddox anode, the vessel has been free of any electrolysis and has kept the protective paint intact after 12 months.
We now only install the complete Maddox Protection System to new vessels. I am only too happy to highly recommend your services to any boat owner with electrolysis problems.
Regards,
Alan Steber
Managing Director
www.stebercraft.com.au
Tel: +61 2 6552 2577
Fax: +61 2 6551 0344