Headquartered in New Berlin, WI, DuraSafe offers a complete line of receiver and coupler locks for all sizes of boat trailer receivers and couplers, and locks for marine electronics such as GPS units and depth finders. DuraSafe is also the US distributor for the Couple-Mate Trailer Hitch Finder, winner of a NMMA Product Innovation Award. Website: www.durasafelocks.com.
NEW BERLIN, WISCONSIN (USA) - DuraSafe Inc. today announced that the company has developed a unique lock that helps prevent the theft of bow mount motors.
The patent-pending lock, which acts as a knob and replaces the factory knob to secure the motor to the mount, will be introduced to the industry this week at ICAST 2008 in Las Vegas.
The DuraSafe Bow Mount Motor Lock fits the most popular MotorGuide® bow mount models. "Our Bow Mount Lock offers reliable, affordable theft protection and eliminates the hassle of having to remove the motor when the boat is left unattended," said Cathy Kraatz, DuraSafe Marketing Director.
The DuraSafe Bow Mount Motor Lock has a suggested retail price of US $16.99. It will be on display in the New Product Showcase area at ICAST 2008 and at the DuraSafe booth (1522) in the Las Vegas Convention Center. For more information, call 1+262.544.5615 or visit www.durasafelocks.com.
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The compact and rugged lock replaces one of the bracket knobs and secures the unit to the bracket. One size fits GPS, fishfinders and VHF radios made by virtually every manufacturer. It can be keyed alike if more than one bracket-mounted device needs to be secured on board.
Made in the USA of marine grade material, the Universal Electronics Lock includes a rubber cap to protect it from the elements.
For more information about the DuraSafe Universal Electronics Lock and other DuraSafe products, visit booth 1522 at ICAST 2008 or www.durasafelocks.com.
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
June 5, 2008
Contact: Cathy Kraatz
1+262.544.5615
Catalog Retailer Harbor Freight Now Offers
Couple-Mate® Trailer Hitch Finder From DuraSafe
NEW BERLIN, WISCONSIN, USA, June 5, 2008 - DuraSafe announced today that leading US tool and equipment catalog retailer Harbor Freight now offers the company’s unique Couple-Mate® Self-Aligning Trailer Hitch Finder.
Couple-Mate, winner of a NMMA (National Marine Manufacturers Association) product innovation award, is DuraSafe’s best-known and best-selling product.
The perfect problem solver for the many people who have trouble backing up their vehicle to a trailer, hooking up with Couple-Mate takes just seconds, guiding the trailer coupler directly over the tow ball every time.
Couple-Mate recently received an impressive overall rating of 8.7 out of 10 from the North American Fishing Club (NAFC).
Founded in 1968, Harbor Freight offers over 7,000 quality tool and equipment products to over five million customers. For more information, visit www.harborfreight.com or in the US call toll-free, 1+800.444.3353.
For more information about the Couple-Mate Self-Aligning Trailer Hitch Finder and other DuraSafe products, visit www.durasafelocks.com or call 1+262.544.5615.
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Editors: download a high res image and product data sheet for the Couple-Mate Self-Aligning Trailer Hitch Finder at:
www.homeportcommunications.com/marcom/couple_mate.zip
DuraSafe – 1785 S. Johnson Road – New Berlin, WI 53146 USA
Product news release prepared by Home Port Marine Marketing
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FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
May 28, 2008
Contact: Cathy Kraatz
1+262.544.5615
Leading US Distributors, Retailers Offer DuraSafe Universal Electronics Lock
Helps Prevent Theft of Bracket-Mounted Units - Fits Popular GPS, Fishfinders and VHF Radios
NEW BERLIN, WISCONSIN, USA, May 28, 2008 - DuraSafe announced today that nine leading US distributors and retailers now offer the company’s new Universal Electronics Lock.
Bracket-mounted electronics on unattended boats are an easy target for thieves - just unscrew the knobs, unplug the cord and walk away. The DuraSafe Universal Electronics Lock (MSRP: $US 19.99) secures bracket-mounted electronics, leaving a thief no other alternative but to move on. The compact and rugged lock replaces one of the bracket knobs and secures the unit to the bracket. One size (one SKU) fits GPS, fishfinders and VHF radios made by virtually every manufacturer. It can be keyed alike if more than one bracket-mounted device needs to be secured on board. Made in the USA of marine grade material, the Universal Electronics Lock includes a rubber cap to protect it from the elements.
In the US, the following distributors and retailers now offer the DuraSafe Universal Electronics Lock:
Bass Pro Shops, Boater’s World, Coast Distribution, Defender Industries, Gander Mountain, MESCO, Mill’s Fleet Farm, Seacoast Distribution and West Marine.
For more information about the DuraSafe Universal Electronics Lock and other DuraSafe products, visit www.durasafelocks.com or call 1+262.544.5615. Distributors and dealers in the United Kingdom and Europe interested in offering the DuraSafe Universal Electronics Lock should call Barrow International, +44 (0) 1590 688332 or email david@barrowint.co.uk.
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Editors: download product data sheet and a hi res image of the DuraSafe Universal Electronics Lock at:
www.homeportcommunications.com/marcom/durasafelock.zip
DuraSafe – 1785 S. Johnson Road – New Berlin, WI 53146 USA
Product news release prepared by Home Port Marine Marketing
www.homeportmarine.com
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
May 9, 2008
Contact: Cathy Kraatz
1+262.544.5615
New Web Site For DuraSafe
Expanded product info, customer-friendly features enhance www.durasafelocks.com
NEW BERLIN, WISCONSIN, USA - Towing accessory and recreational locks manufacturer DuraSafe has launched a new web site at www.durasafelocks.com. The new site quickly guides visitors to detailed information about DuraSafe products and where to buy them.
Founded in 2003, the family-owned company has experienced triple-digit growth in the past three years.
“Our original web site didn’t reflect where we are in the market today,” said DuraSafe marketing director Cathy Kraatz. “We’ve developed new products, won a product innovation award and our products have received high marks from product rating organizations. We think it’s important for our trade customers and consumers to know all this,” she added.
For example, in April, DuraSafe introduced the Universal Electronics Lock, which secures bracket-mounted electronics. The compact and rugged, but inexpensive lock – MSRP is just $19.99 - replaces one of the bracket knobs and secures the unit to the bracket. One size (one SKU) fits GPS, fish finders and VHF radios made by virtually every manufacturer.
The Couple-Mate® Self-Aligning Trailer Hitch Finder, winner of a NMMA (National Marine Manufacturers Association) product innovation award, is the company’s best-known and best-selling product. The perfect problem solver for the many people who have trouble backing up their vehicle to a trailer, hooking up with Couple-Mate takes just seconds, guiding the trailer coupler directly over the tow ball every time. Couple-Mate has just received an overall rating of 8.7 out of 10 from the North American Fishing Club (NAFC).
The DuraSafe Trolling Motor Lock, which is now manufactured exclusively for Minn Kota, received an overall rating of 9.4 out of 10 from the NAFC last year.
For more information about DuraSafe products,
visit www.durasafelocks.com or call 1+262.544.5615.
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DuraSafe – 1785 S. Johnson Road – New Berlin, WI 53146 USA
News release prepared by Home Port Marine Marketing
www.homeportmarine.com
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
April 24, 2008
Contact: Cathy Kraatz
1+262.544.5615
New Universal Electronics Lock Helps Prevent Theft of Bracket-Mounted Units
Fits Most Popular GPS, Fishfinders and VHF Radios
NEW BERLIN, WISCONSIN, USA - Bracket-mounted electronics on unattended boats are an easy target for thieves - just unscrew the knobs, unplug the cord and walk away. The new Universal Electronics Lock from DuraSafe secures bracket-mounted electronics, leaving a thief no other alternative but to move on.
The compact and rugged, but inexpensive lock – MSRP is just $19.99 - replaces one of the bracket knobs and secures the unit to the bracket. One size (one SKU) fits GPS, fishfinders and VHF radios made by virtually every manufacturer. It can be keyed alike if more than one bracket-mounted device needs to be secured on board.
Made in the USA of marine grade material, the Universal Electronics Lock includes a rubber cap to protect it from the elements.
For more information about the DuraSafe Universal Electronics Lock and other DuraSafe products, visit www.durasafelocks.com or call 1+262.544.5615.
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Editors: download product data sheet and a hi res image of the DuraSafe Universal Electronics Lock at:
www.homeportcommunications.com/marcom/durasafelock.zip
DuraSafe – 1785 S. Johnson Road – New Berlin, WI 53146 USA
New product news release prepared by Home Port Marine Marketing
www.homeportmarine.com
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
March 4, 2008
Contact: Cathy Kraatz
1+262.544.5615
DuraSafe Names Sales Manager
NEW BERLIN, WISCONSIN, USA - Robert Udulutch has been appointed Sales Manager by DuraSafe, Inc. He brings 17 years of distribution management, sales and customer service experience to the Wisconsin-based towing accessories and locks manufacturer.
“We are excited to have Robert join our team. As DuraSafe continues to expand in current markets and explore new opportunities in others, Robert’s background and experience is the right mix to support our future goals,” said Cathy Kraatz, DuraSafe Director of Marketing.
DuraSafe products include:
The NMMA Innovation Award-winning Couple-Mate® Trailer Hitch Finder. Couple-Mate is the perfect problem solver for the many people who have trouble backing up their vehicle to a trailer. Hooking up to a trailer takes just seconds, saving time and effort. No need to continually get in and out of the vehicle to check on position. Guides a trailer coupler directly over the tow ball every time, helps prevent dings and scratches to the tow vehicle. Fits any standard receiver and works with any size hitch ball.
Coming this spring, the DuraSafe Universal Electronics Lock secures bracket-mounted electronics, leaving a thief no other alternative but to move on. The compact and rugged, but inexpensive lock – MSRP is just $19.99 - replaces one of the bracket knobs and secures the unit to the bracket. One size (one SKU) fits GPS, fishfinders and VHF radios made by virtually every manufacturer. It can be keyed alike if more than one bracket-mounted device needs to be secured on board.
For more information about DuraSafe products, visit www.durasafelocks.com or call 1+262.544.5615.
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News release prepared by Home Port Marine Marketing.
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News release prepared by Home Port Marine Marketing.
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