Channel Island Surfboards has been shaping performance surfboards in Santa Barbara County for decades. Known for their handcrafted boards and custom designs, their workshop reflects the artistry and precision behind each piece. They’re not a large-scale factory, but instead, a creative manufacturing space where their skilled craftsmen bring new ideas to life.
Inside their facility, you won’t find rows of assembly lines or automated machinery. Instead, it’s a workshop filled with the hum of sanding tools, the scent of fiberglass resin and a team of craftsmen who bring each board to life by hand.
Like most manufacturers, Channel Island Surfboards’ environment relies on consistency and control as it directly impacts product quality. BMI Mechanical plays a vital role in ensuring the environment inside their manufacturing facility stays as dependable as the boards that leave it.
Precision Manufacturing in a Hands-On Environment
Every surfboard starts with raw materials and ends with a piece of art built for performance. To maintain that standard, the workspace must stay clean, comfortable and stable.
In smaller manufacturing spaces like Channel Island’s, the environment plays an even greater role. Fluctuations in humidity or temperature can compromise resin adhesion, cause warping or extend curing times. Without proper ventilation, sawdust accumulates quickly, creating hazards for both workers and the boards themselves. Maintaining clean air is just as important as maintaining a steady climate.
Sawdust, debris and temperature swings can compromise both craftsmanship and safety. That’s why dependable HVAC systems and ventilation are crucial to their process, and why they turned to our team at BMI Mechanical for support.
Supporting Niche Manufacturing Across California
Channel Island Surfboards represents the kind of specialized manufacturing that makes California unique—small teams producing world-class products through craftsmanship and innovation. While their output might not match that of large-scale factories, their need for precision, control and uptime is just as critical.
Across more than 50,000 square miles of service territory, BMI Mechanical and BMI-PacWest partner with manufacturing and alternative energy leaders to protect uptime and extend the life of critical infrastructure. We understand that no two facilities are the same. Each has its own rhythm, its own pace and its own set of environmental and operational requirements.
From solar and wind operations to boutique manufacturing spaces, our mission stays the same: protect uptime where it matters most.
Reliability Built on Trust
Partnerships like this thrive on trust and responsiveness. Channel Island knows they can rely on our team for clear communication, proactive service and most importantly, dependable results. Through ongoing maintenance and a relationship built on consistency, we help keep their workshop performing at its best.
BMI’s preventive maintenance approach catches small issues long before they become large problems. Regular inspections, filter changes, and system checks keep airflow consistent and equipment running efficiently. If a service call is ever needed, our team responds quickly, minimizing disruptions to the production schedule.
Proactive Maintenance for Predictable Performance
The foundation of every BMI partnership is preventive maintenance. It’s what keeps facilities performing, budgets predictable and downtime to a minimum.
For Channel Island, our scheduled service includes a 100+ point testing and inspection regimen to identify potential concerns before they affect performance. By catching small issues early, we help them avoid production delays and extend the lifespan of their systems.
Preventive maintenance also provides financial predictability. Instead of reacting to unexpected repairs, Channel Island operates with a clear, consistent plan that aligns with their workflow and budget, freeing them from surprises and letting them plan ahead with confidence.
Keeping California’s Craft Alive
California’s manufacturing landscape is as diverse as its coastline. From large industrial operations to small-batch innovators, every business depends on systems that perform when it matters most.
BMI Mechanical is proud to help keep that ecosystem thriving. Our work extends across more than 50,000 square miles—from Central Valley to the Central Coast—supporting facilities that form the backbone of the state’s economy.
If it matters to you, it matters to us. Request a site assessment today!
