Patent ID: 7883294
Filing Date: 2011-02-08
Classification: B63B

Abstract:
1. A method for making a monolithic dock, comprised of the steps of: (a) placing a plurality of members in a desired position adjacent one-another, and wherein said plurality of members are used to form side, ends, and an upper surface of the dock, and wherein when the plurality of members are disposed in their respective positions they form an exoskeleton of the dock; (b) pouring or spraying a foam to an inside surface of said plurality of members, wherein said inside surface of said plurality of members is disposed in an interior of said exoskeleton; and (c) allowing a sufficient amount of time for said foam to cure an amount that is sufficient for said foam to engage with a cross-sectional profile of at least some of said plurality of members and wherein said foam engages an amount that is sufficient to secure said plurality of members to said foam and, wherein said foam is able to secure and retain said plurality of members in a desired relative position with respect to one-another sufficient to form said exoskeleton and provide floatation sufficient to permit the dock to float when placed in the water.