Vacuum packing extends the life of the liferaft by keeping moisture and dirt from coming in contact with the liferaft material.
Vacuum packing adds a second layer of protection from bumps and bruises.
Vacuum packing saves you thousands of dollars by extending the servicing cycle from 1 year to 3 years.
Based upon estimated $500.00 per re-pack annually for 12 years, you would pay $6000.00. Based upon estimated $500.00 per re-pack triennially for 12 years, you would pay $2000.00.
Savings over a 12 year period = $4000.00! (estimated).