(Data from ongoing prototype testing at a single dock site — Pompano Beach, FL)
DockMaid — A Compact Dockside Marine Debris SkimmerHelping waterfront owners keep their waterlines clean — and our waterways healthier.
Why It MattersFloating debris isn’t just an eyesore — it can foul vessel propellers, jet intakes, and strainers, and can severely impact marine life and ecosystems. Every item DockMaid intercepts is one less hazard to boats, wildlife, and the waterways we all share.South Florida canals are seeing increasing amounts of floating marine debris — bottles, foam, plastic fragments, and construction waste drifting through our waterways.DockMaid gives waterfront owners a simple way to intercept debris before it reaches our coastline or the ocean — turning any dock into a small but meaningful cleanup station.
How It Works• Floats at your dock and collects drifting debris.
• Unit self-adjusts with tide, current, and wind.
• Easy to empty — unclip, lift the net, and dump.
• Lightweight, simple, and tethered — no complex installation.
Impact From a Single Dock - Photo of September's capture
| Month | DockMaid Skimmer (lbs) | Manual Collection* (lbs) | Total Marine Debris Removed (lbs) |
|---|---|---|---|
| August | 5.0 | 45.0 | 50 |
| September | 7.15 | 82.75 | 89.9 |
| October | 2.70 | 28.35 | 31.05 |
| November | 3.15 | 23.50 | 26.65 |
*Manual collection includes plastics/foam plus heavier items like lumber.
Nearly 200 lbs of debris from one dock alone — clear proof that dockside stewardship works and that DockMaid can make it easier.
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What is DockMaid?
A compact, tethered dockside skimmer that collects floating debris such as plastics and foam before it drifts out to the coastline.Is DockMaid available yet?
A working prototype is currently being tested. The first manufactured MVP units will be piloted in 2026.Does it need power?
No — DockMaid works passively. It uses the natural movement of wind, tide, and current to guide floating debris into the collection net.Is DockMaid patented?
DockMaid is patent pending. A U.S. provisional patent application has been filed to protect its design and functionality.