Tugboat Rubber Fender

Tugboat Rubber Fender

Description:

A tugboat rubber fender is a specialized marine equipment designed to provide protection and cushioning during the docking and maneuvering of tugboats. It is a type of fender specifically developed for tugboats due to their unique operational requirements.

The fender is made primarily of rubber or elastomeric materials, which possess excellent shock-absorbing properties. The rubber material used is durable, resilient, and resistant to wear, tear, and corrosion from exposure to seawater and harsh weather conditions. The fender is typically constructed with multiple layers of rubber, each serving a specific purpose in absorbing and distributing impact forces.

The primary function of a tugboat rubber fender is to absorb the kinetic energy generated during the contact between the tugboat and other vessels, docks, or structures. This energy absorption helps prevent damage to both the tugboat and the object it is coming into contact with. By dissipating the energy, the fender reduces the risk of hull damage, structural deformation, and potential injuries to personnel on board.

Tugboat rubber fenders come in various shapes and sizes, depending on the specific requirements of the tugboat and the docking environment. Common types include cylindrical fenders, D-shaped fenders, and W-shaped fenders. The selection of the appropriate fender type is based on factors such as the tugboat's size, displacement, and operating conditions.

Installation of tugboat rubber fenders typically involves securing them to the hull of the tugboat using bolts, chains, or other fastening mechanisms. The fenders are strategically positioned along the sides and bow of the vessel to provide comprehensive protection during docking, pushing, and pulling operations.

Drawing of Tugboat Rubber Fender:

Specification of Tugboat Rubber Fender for Reference:

Size	E	A	B	C	M	F
250X125	190	200	570	500	75	300
300X150	225	225	600	700	75	350
380X190	280	225	650	800	100	400
400X200	300	250	670	800	100	400
450X225	350	250	700	850	100	400
480X240	350	250	700	850	100	400
500X250	375	280	730	900	100	400
540X270	375	280	730	900	100	400
600X300	450	300	800	900	125	500
700X350	500	350	870	950	125	500
800X400	600	350	930	1000	125	500
900X450	675	350	1000	1100	150	500

The specification is just for your reference, please contact us to customize the size you need.

The Installation of Tugboat Rubber Fender:

Application:

Tug rubber fenders are used in all kinds of tug ship, go in for pushing, standing, stretching, and learning etc operation. Tug rubber fender adopt. Completely vulcanization technology, good performance, long life utility, easily installed. Tugboat Rubber Fenders are made of high abrasion resistance rubber with good resilience properties for required applications. These fenders are easy to install and dismantle with users friendly fixtures, too tackles.they are compression molded in high pressure thermic fluid heated mould and have excellent resistance to ozone aging and UV rays, which enhance their life.