Foam filled fenders are often used in ship-to-quay and ship-to-ship berthing operations. They are used as alternatives to the normal pneumatic fenders. These fender are made of polyurethane elastomer skin( or rubber skin), nylon reinforcement layer and closed-cell resilient foam. The performance of foam elastomer fenders is comparable to that of a pneumatic fender, but the fenders will not lose their function in case the skin gets punctured, and they have a high degree of wear resistance.
Specification
Normal Size | Performance at 60% deflection |
Diameter | Length | Reaction force | Energy absorption |
(mm) | (mm) | (KN) | (KN.M) |
700 | 1500 | 13 | 3 |
1000 | 1500 | 17 | 5 |
1000 | 2000 | 26 | 7 |
1200 | 2000 | 28 | 10 |
1350 | 2500 | 42 | 16 |
1500 | 3000 | 59 | 24 |
1700 | 3000 | 63 | 29 |
2000 | 3500 | 86 | 47 |
2000 | 4000 | 102 | 56 |
2500 | 4000 | 118 | 64 |
2500 | 5500 | 122 | 82 |
3000 | 6000 | 182 | 123 |
3300 | 4500 | 234 | 189 |
3300 | 6500 | 172 | 153 |
3300 | 6500 | 279 | 248 |
Foam Fender Features
1. Quallity
Foam Fenders are manufactured to a system which is compliant with ISO 9001: 2000. We have also recently received a favourable CCS and BV inspection report on our manufacturing process, and have obtained independent laboratory-verified data on the materials we use and the performance under compression of certain fender sizes.
2. Performance and Characteristics
The high energy absorption and low reaction forces of Hippo foam fenders mean that the berthing speed of the vessel is cushioned upon contact with the fender - rather than the fender causing the vessel to bounce off it violently. This can be particularly important during inclement weather conditions.
3. Unsinkability
Foam fenders will never burst, and are unsinkable - even if damaged beyond repair. This gives the operator great peace of mind when it comes to ensuring both vessels and berthing facilities are protected at all times.
4. Infinite Range of Sizes, Colour and Densities
Our flexible manufacturing process allows us to build virtually any size of fender. Fender colour are typically black or orange – but the polyurethane coating can be mixed and applied in any colour required. The standard core density is 70kg/m – but we an offer higher core densities upon request.
5. Easy To Install and Maintain
Whether on the quayside or floating in the water, Hippo fenders are easy to handle and install. In the event of minor skin damage, this can be repaired easily and economically with a range of repair kits. Should extra protection be required, Hippo fenders can be supplied with chain and tyre nets.
