Ultrasonic Anti-Fouling

[noelex 77]

Ultrasonic antifouling is in its early days. I agree with the general theme of these posts that if we were supplied with double blind tests of its effectiveness we would be much more inclined to spend our hard earned money, but many of the companies supplying these products are obviously small.
Antidotal evidence is promising.
Scientifically controlled tests are expensive and it should be remembered that few boating products have been subject to such tests.

Does AIS enhance safety, I believe so.
Can I justify this statement with any controlled tests? No.

Lets maintain a healthy skepticism. If ultrasonic antifouling can extend the life of existing antifouling paint even marginally (which is well below its makers claims) it may be a worthwhile option especially in view of increasingly tight environmental laws which may eliminate many of the products which we take for granted today.