Tug fenders must work harder, for longer and under more extreme conditions than any other fender type. Tug vessels use fenders as bumpers to move larger vessels, so they are constantly being pushed against steel surfaces which cause the fender to wear and tear quickly. Trelleborg’s high abrasion resistant, low density Tug Fenders are cost effective and long-lasting. They may be fitted with up to four types of fenders – each type serving a particular application. Trelleborg has developed a new high performance super abrasion resistant (HPSAR) compound used in our Tug Cylindrical fenders, increasing service life significantly.
Try our new fender online tool with enhanced features. Developed in accordance with PIANC guidelines and British Standards, the tool simplifies fender selection, reducing hours of work to a few clicks.
This whitepaper details the critical comparison between the airbag and conventional manufacturing methods of pneumatic fenders, and their impact on the performance, safety and longevity of these fenders.
Did you know that fender hardness is not a reliable measure of performance? Discover how you can ensure superior fender performance through rubber and ingredient mixing and compound modulus in this white paper.