Tug Fenders

Why it is so important to choose the right type, size and arrangement of tug fenders for your tug or workboat?

Just like what Richard Hepworth said, tugs may be fitted with up to four types of fender, (tug fenders, w type fenders, m type fenders, keyhole fenders), each of which serves a particular purpose. However, as tugs have become more powerful, choosing the right type, size and arrangement has become increasingly critical. It’s now more important than ever to look for ways to increase service life, in order to offset the increased damage that comes with the increased power of the tugs.

Can we just use rubber tires instead of tug fenders to protect our tugs?

The answer is absolute NO.

With tug vessels using fenders as bumpers to move larger vessels, they are constantly being pushed against steel surfaces that cause the fender to wear and tear quickly. Common complaints about the tug fenders that are currently standard across the market include the fact that they are easily damaged, heavy, and prone to chipping and chunking.

Tug Rubber Fenders

How to choose the right type, size and arrangement of tug fenders?

It is necessary for tug fenders supplier to know some basic information about the tug, such as particulars as follows:

• Length overall
• Beam, molded
• Depth, least molded
• Maximum draft (overall)

W fenders and M fenders

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