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Few would expect to see a camel, the workhorse of the desert, foating in water. A different sort of camel will do just that as the workhorse berthing the feet of naval submarines.The Navy's Universal Composite Submarine Camels, made by Kenway Corporation, are structures that maintain separation between a submarine and a waterfront facility, preventing damage and absorbing energy as tides, currents, winds, waves or other ships pass by. Traditional camels (wood, steel, concrete) have had to contend with environmental and weathering concerns, leading to signifcant maintenance and replacement issues. Kenway's composite camels, made with Polynt Composites' EPOVIA ® Vinyl Ester resins, beneft from outstanding resistance to water, acids, alkalis, solvents and other corrosive materials, even at temperature extremes. Polynt Composites is a leading manufacturer in gel coats, resins and cleaners. Present on fve continents, Polynrt Composites works continuously to provide customers with innovative solutions, helping them make even lighter, stronger and more sustainable composite materials that create progress. For complete product information, consult www.polynt.com/en or call 800-322-8103. For industrial use and professional application only. Camel photos courtesy of Kenway Corporation Visit Polynt Composites at CAMX and IBEX in 2015