By sandwiching the reinforcing cord layer between the inner and outer rubber layers it is protected from abrasion and degradation from outside forces. The reinforcement is specifically designed to be pressure holding and fatigue resistant.

CTN Type
Pneumatic Fenders are usually supplied with a protective Chain & Tyre Net (CTN) fitted around the body giving extra protection to the body of the fender. The CTN is constructed of galvanised chain and shackles covered at the joins with used truck tyres (or aircraft tyres on request) and along the length of the chain with rubber tubes. Anti-scratch matting can also be supplied inside the tyre centers for added protection if required. On smaller diameter fenders a chain net or rope net can also be supplied.

Pneumatic Fenders that are supplied without a factory fitted CTN are referred to as a sling type, this fender has modified end fittings allowing the fender to be lifted and installed efficiently.

RIB Type
If a low-maintenance options is desired the fender body can be manufactured with reinforced rubber ribs crossing the body in a grid format. This provides extra protection for the fender body but does not suffer the wear and tear of conventional CTN protection.

Various color’s can be achieved on the outer layer of the fender providing for berth identification or corporate branding. As standard the fenders are supplied in Black but the can be offered in Orange, Red, Grey, Cream or other colours upon request.

The performance of our light weight Pneumatic Fenders can be modified by changing the internal operating pressure of the fender.

Size
D x L

Internal Pressure

Hull Pressure

Internal

Hull Pressure

Our light weight fenders are designed with convenience in mind. They are strong but portable and ideal for use with small pleasure craft, cruise ships, work boats and naval vessels. These fenders come in a range of sizes and options of black or grey rubber. Additional equipment such as rope or wire nets, mooring lines and protective covers are also available upon request.

As standard the fender dimensions are give as diameter x length and are in millimetres.

The dimensions given are for the body only part of the fender.

The fenders do not have a central tensioning member and are therefore referred to as ‘Body Only’ type as opposed to ‘Sling’ type.

The performance of our light weight Pneumatic Fenders can be modified by changing the internal operating pressure of the fender.

We understand how important it is to design, manufacture and supply high quality and reliable fenders that can be put into service in the harshest environments with confidence.

This is why all our fenders manufactured since 2002 have been accredited and certified to the international standard ISO17357. This is not a standard that you have to ask for with us, this is something we supply as standard across our range to ensure quality in materials and reliability in service.

We employ a strict in-house quality assurance program backed up with a detailed report available to all customers along with a third party inspection of our manufacturing processes, material sourcing and finished product testing. 



After selection of the correct size fender suitable for the combined energy of the two vessels (calculations can be found here>>) the fenders should be equally spaced along the length of the smallest vessel. At each end it is recommended that a smaller secondary fender is installed to protect against rolling due to swell and wind during transfer operations. The fenders can be slung individually from mooring points along the deck or all linked together in a line fastened only at each end of the vessel. Davits can be installed along the deck to assist in mobilisation and securing of fender for use. Please see the installation diagrams below for more details. Further detail can be found in the Transfer Guide published by the International Chamber of Shipping. Mooring equipment suggestions along with a table of recommended dimensions and capacities can be found here  >>



For installation in tidal locations it is recommended that the fender is mounted to the quay at the midpoint of high and low tide, this allows the fender to rise and fall on tides with the least amount of slack in the moorings. Alternatively the fenders can be slung from mooring points along the top of the quay including mooring rings, mooring bollards or specially installed brackets. If the fenders are installed on a dolphin then the mooring lines can be installed along the side walls of the dolphin moving them well clear of the berthing surface. It is important to note that the fender will significantly change shape under full compression so a sufficient flat surface clear of protrusions is required for installation. It is not recommended to install pneumatic fenders onto mono-pile structures.  Mooring equipment suggestions along with a table of recommended dimensions and capacities can be found here  >>



Hydro-pneumatic fenders being installed vertically should be fixed to the top of the quay structure where ever possible.

Restraint chains fixed to the collar of the fender should be installed back to the quay structure for maximum stability.

Access to the inflation and ballasting points at the top of the fender is essential for maintenance and precise internal pressures that are required for the berthing of light hulled vessels such as Submarines and Catamarans. Installation diagrams and a table of dimension can be found below.

For continued performance during service and longevity of life it is important that all pneumatic fenders are maintained on a regular basis. If done to the recommended schedule given at time of purchase then the cost of maintaining the fenders can be kept to a minimum. If access to the fenders location or ability to carry our regular maintenance is difficult such as offshore applications and remote installations then our ribbed fender can offer a reduced maintenance option. In the unlikely event of serious damage where a onsite repair is needed our site crew can be available for repair or maintenance. Our fenders are supplied with tools for inflation and basic repairs.