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Open the catalog to page 1THE SAMSON MOORING ADVANTAGE
Open the catalog to page 2MOORING LINE SELECTION Not an off-the-shelf decision For owner/operators in today’s shipping industry, safe working conditions, maximizing service life, and mitigating unnecessary failure of mooring lines are top priorities. Through proper vessel evaluation and selection of high modulus polyethylene (HMPE) ropes, Samson will show you how to achieve all three. We used to talk about mooring lines. However, with the advances in fiber and coating technology, and the innovations in chafe protection, we now talk about mooring systems. Selecting the right mooring system is not a...
Open the catalog to page 3THE SAMSON MOORING ADVANTAGE
Open the catalog to page 4THE SAMSON MOORING ADVANTAGE You won’t get this anywhere else Beyond selecting the right line for each component of your mooring system, Samson also provides an unparalleled service package we call The Samson Advantage. The Samson Mooring Advantage is designed for both new builds and retrofits, and adds value with critical pre- and post-sale services and an ongoing partnership program. This approach is driven by safety and is a proven model that cannot be duplicated by any other rope manufacturer. Whether it is vessel inspections prior to the sale, crew training for proper rope handling and...
Open the catalog to page 5MOORING LINE SELECTION CONSIDERATIONS
Open the catalog to page 6MOORING LINE SELECTION CRITERIA Rope Design: Jacketed vs. Non-Jacketed One of the best ways to combat unforeseen situations and prevent failure is to select the mooring line and tail, or pendant, appropriate for your vessel. Many ship owners, managers, and terminal operators are aware of the advantages of ropes made with Dyneema® fiber and have become accustom to asking for jacketed mooring lines. There is a perception in the industry that jacketed construction provides a longer service life because the strength member, typically made with a high-performance fiber, is protected by the outer...
Open the catalog to page 7MOORING LINE SELECTION CONSIDERATIONS Saturn Dynalene’s innovative construction allows easy inspection without removal. Adding chafe protection will greatly lengthen the service life of HMPE lines.
Open the catalog to page 8UNDERSTANDING ABRASION External abrasion without protection Abrasion is one of the biggest culprits of line damage. There are two types of abrasion: internal abrasion caused by the relative movement of internal and external yarns; and external abrasion caused by contact with external surfaces, such as roller and panama chocks. An unprotected rope moving over a rough surface, such as a poorly maintained chock, can be subjected to both. Upon inspection, it’s easy to see when the external strands are abraded by a rough surface. Often, fibers can be left behind on the surface that caused the...
Open the catalog to page 9Samson field support technicians frequently assist with wire rope mooring line replacements while vessels are underway, complete with crew training in splicing, inspection, maintenance and proper rope-handling techniques.
Open the catalog to page 10INSTALLATION After surfaces have been prepped, the working line should be installed on the winch with significant back tension. The device used to create the tension should have a smooth and consistent surface, and the installation speed or tension applied should not generate excessive heat build-up in the rope. As the line is wound onto the winch, it should be closely packed to minimize areas where the rope may “dive” or bury into the layers of the winch. Install each layer in the valleys of the previous layers or crossed over each other to support each subsequent layer. Never stack the...
Open the catalog to page 11Inspection Guidelines and Residual Strength Testing Regular inspections and repair as needed will extend the working life of highperformance mooring lines. Any rope that has been in use for a period of time will show normal wear and tear. Some characteristics of a used rope will not reduce strength while others will. Below we have defined normal conditions that should be inspected on a regular basis. The following criteria should be considered when inspecting 12-strand ropes made with Dyneema® fiber: If upon inspection you find any of these conditions, you must consider the following before...
Open the catalog to page 12INSPECTION Tools and Reference Materials In addition to performing on-site inspections, Samson offers several tools to assist crews in inspecting and repairing mooring lines. From posters to display on the vessel, to pocket reference guides and online tools to a handy app for iPhone & iPad — Samson puts years of knowledge at your fingertips. Samson offers a range of tools to assist in inspecting high-performance synthetic lines. Residual Test Program Samson offers residual strength testing to aid operators/owners in establishing retirement criteria. Samson is home to the most robust...
Open the catalog to page 13ULTIMATE MOORING SYSTEM COMPONENTS PRIMARY MOORING LINE SECONDARY MOORING LINE SLIDING CHAFE PROTECTION Single drum or split drum PRIMARY MOORING LINES ® AMSTEEL-BLUE > Made with Dyneema® fiber > Wire rope replacement > Size-for-size as strong as wire > 1/7th the weight of wire > Similar elastic elongation to wire rope > Torque-free construction > Flexible > Easy to inspect and splice in the field > Floats > Excellent abrasion resistance > Made with Dyneema® SK78 fiber > Enhanced creep properties > 30–40% lighter than aramid ropes of the same strength > A size-for-size strength replacement...
Open the catalog to page 14DOCK SIDE CHAFE PROTECTION PENDANT (TAIL) CONNECTION MOORING PENDANT (TAIL) {864} Class II DOUBLE BRAID {861} Class II DOUBLE BRAID > Made with Dyneema® SK78 core and cover > Enhanced creep properties when under static load and at elevated temperatures > 1/7th the weight of wire > Abrasion resistant > Firm construction > Excellent drum spooling capabilities > Easy to handle > Retains shape with use > Excellent cut resistance > Durable > Made with Dyneema® fiber > 1/7th the weight of wire > Abrasion resistant > Firm construction > Excellent drum spooling capabilities > Easy to handle >...
Open the catalog to page 15All Samson catalogs and brochures
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