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Maritime Profile Fenders Maritime International’s profile fenders include Cylindrical, Wing, D-Shape, Square, and many others. The inherent simplicity of the installation and operation of these fenders makes them an economical solution for docks that are required to cope with a variety of vessels. Maritime provides a standard range of sizes for each profile, but is able to manufacture to suit specific needs. All profile fenders can be mounted in a variety of methods and Maritime can provide you with a configuration to suit your needs. For dimension and performance data on our selection of profile fenders, see page 42 Profile Fenders © 2013 Maritime International - All rights reserved. V2.1 © 2013 Maritime International - All rights reserved. V2.1 Other sizes available. Dimensions are subject to change. Verify current dimensions with Maritime when ordering any fender.

© 2013 Maritime International - All rights reserved. V2.1 Other sizes available. Dimensions are subject to change. Verify current dimensions with Maritime when ordering any fender. Profile Fenders

Vessel Fenders Vessel Fenders Vessel Fenders © 2013 Maritime International - All rights reserved. V2.1 Other sizes available. Dimensions are subject to change. Verify current dimensions with Maritime when ordering any fender.

Choose with Confidence Maritime International specializes in the design and manufacture of rubber fenders made specifically for vessels and tugboats. The fast paced, rugged environment tugboats and vessels operate in requires that fenders be available for replacement at a moment’s notice. We maintain a large inventory of rubber fenders available for immediate delivery. We can also provide fenders pre-drilled from our factory for easy mounting. Our rubber fender manufacturing facility boasts a very large footprint with huge production capabilities which are amongst the largest in the world....

The quality of a vessel fender is nearly impossible to judge based on visual inspection. A low quality fender will generally appear the same as a high quality fender. The rubber compounds used in the manufacturing process play an essential role in energy absorption, and the fender’s useful life. The only way to ensure the best quality fenders are being used is through rigorous performance testing. Maritime International’s on-site test lab includes the largest high velocity fender test frame in the world which provides discriminating clients with a certified demonstration of our product...

Spend less time dry docked Maritime International carries a large inventory of fenders in stock available for immediate delivery. Our fenders can be cut to length, drilled, and pre-curved to match your specifications. In-Stock. Available for quick delivery. © 2013 Maritime International - All rights reserved. V2.1 Other sizes available. Dimensions are subject to change. Verify current dimensions with Maritime when ordering any fender. Vessel Fenders

Comparison of Manufacturing Processes Extruding Mandrel Wrapping • Virtually unlimited availability of profile shapes • Limited to cylindrical shapes with an inside diameter • Fenders of any practical length can be • Capable of producing cylindrical produced fenders of over 2 meters in diameter • Virtually unlimited availability of profile shapes and sizes • Better control of dimensional tolerances • Excellent control of rubber properties • Very high production rates • Good control of rubber properties • Very good surface finish • Larger dimensional tolerances required • Maximum cross...

Cutting and Drilling It is important to always properly brace all rubber bodies being cut or drilled. Frictional loads between the drill or saw and the rubber body are relatively high and must be properly resisted. Cutting • Preferred Method: Band Saw • Blade Pitch: ~1” (25mm) per Tooth • Cutting Speed: Slow to Medium • Cutting Pressure: Low to Medium Drilling • Bit Type: Solid Center Auger or Self-Feed Center Bits • Drill Speed: 75-250 RPM • Drill Bit Size: 1/8” (3mm) Larger Diameter than anticipated hole size. • Feed Rate: Slow (Best not to advance more than 2” (50mm) before backing out...

Vessel and Profile Fender Rubber Properties After Aging Before Aging Property Tested Test Method “ASTM D2240 Shore A” Tensile Strength Ultimate Elongation Change in Tensile Strength Change in Ultimate Elongation “ASTM D395 Method B 22 hours at 70°C” Ozone Resistance Abrasion Resistance Tear Resistance Curved Fenders When linear type fenders are bent for installation on curved vessel faces, the outside of the fender expands and the inside is compressed. Rubber shows very strong cut resistance even against sharp edges and good weather resistance under normal or compressed conditions. However,...

Wing Type Fenders © 2013 Maritime International - All rights reserved. V2.1 Other sizes available. Dimensions are subject to change. Verify current dimensions with Maritime when ordering any fender. Vessel / Profile

Square Shape / O Bore A H MSO - Performance Fender Size (mm) Bolt Size Reaction Energy Vessel / Profile © 2013 Maritime International - All rights reserved. V2.1 Other sizes available. Dimensions are subject to change. Verify current dimensions with Maritime when ordering any fender.

Square Shape / D Bore F MSD - Performance Fender Size (mm) Bolt Size Reaction Energy © 2013 Maritime International - All rights reserved. V2.1 Other sizes available. Dimensions are subject to change. Verify current dimensions with Maritime when ordering any fender. Vessel / Profile

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W Fender - Performance Curve Reaction Energy Vessel / Profile © 2013 Maritime International - All rights reserved. V2.1 Other sizes available. Dimensions are subject to change. Verify current dimensions with Maritime when ordering any fender.