First Compression Cycle of Rubber Fenders

A point that is often overlooked in the selection and specification of rubber fenders is the need to understand the effect and the importance of the first compression cycle.

 
Super Cone Fender during Compression Cycle

In order to fully understand the behaviour of the fender during initial compression, it is essential to understand a little about the properties and behaviour of rubber in both the natural and vulcanized state.

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