Ocean Guard™ Pneumatic Fenders

02 Dec.,2024

 

Ocean Guard™ Pneumatic Fenders

Ocean Guard&#; Pneumatic Fenders, also known as Yokohama type fenders or floating fenders, are an essential part of port operations, as they protect people, ships, and infrastructure from berthing operations. Pneumatic fenders are made of abrasion-resistant rubber and filled with compressed air to float on water. They are an effective solution for ports or harbors with high tidal variations, temporary berthing, and ship-to-ship applications. 

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Ocean Guard&#; Pneumatic Fenders can withstand massive berthing forces and extreme weather conditions. They can also be deflated easily for simple, cost-effective relocation or on-deck storage.

Pneumatic rubber fenders have high energy absorption with a low reaction force and are relatively lightweight for their size. They come in several different types, such as:

  • Chain-tire-net (CTN) fenders

    : These fenders are covered with a lattice of tires and chains for fender skin protection and extra standoff.

  • Hydropneumatic submarine fenders

    : Hydropneumatic fenders feature low hull pressure, variable draft, and protect against acoustic tile damage. These fenders are specifically designed to help submarines dock safely. They are submerged deeper in the water for more effective fendering.

  • Sling/hook type fenders

    : Sling fenders feature lifting/towing eyes on each end, with no CTN. They can be slung by ropes or chains.

Ocean Guard&#; Pneumatic Fenders Features

The performance of every fender is of utmost importance, so they have to meet the standards set by ISO :. Depending on whether or not it is a CTN fender, manufacturers can use molding and/or wrapping techniques to create the fender. 

These fenders are available in two grades, standard low hull pressure 50 kPa, or higher-pressure models of 80 kPa. Pneumatic fenders consist of an outer rubber body, an airtight inner rubber body, a synthetic tire-cord layer. Sling-type fenders have integral end fittings, while the Chain and Tire models have their end fittings built as part of the chain and tire assembly. 

Here are some other key features and benefits of pneumatic fenders:

  • Easily deflation for relocation or storage

  • High strength and friction resistance with inclined berthing

  • Low transportation costs

  • High energy absorption with a soft reaction force for ship and jetty structures

  • Easy maintenance

  • Adjustable performance via varying internal pressure

What Are Ocean Guard&#; Pneumatic Fenders Used For?

All four main types of Ocean Guard&#; Pneumatic Fenders share the same purpose: to protect berthing structures and vessels in ports and ship-to-ship operations. Pneumatic fenders are ideal for the following applications:  

  • Temporary berthing

  • Ship to Ship transfers

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  • Rapid response or emergency rendering

  • Containers, LNG carriers, tankers, bulk cargo ships

  • Ocean and offshore platforms

  • Terminals

  • Tugboats and yachts

  • Ferries and aluminum-hulled vessels

Choose Ocean Guard&#; Pneumatic Fenders at Marine Fenders International, Inc.

Ocean Guard&#; pneumatic fenders are manufactured to IAW ISO as well as other relevant industry standards to ensure that the fenders you request meet the quality you expect.

With over 30 years of experience producing marine fenders and buoys, Marine Fenders International is a leading fender manufacturer for the U.S. Navy and many other customers. We work closely with naval personnel, engineering companies, and contractors to develop solutions that protect crucial naval assets.

For specific information on the products we supply and the clients we serve, visit our Navy Industry page. 

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What is pneumatic fender? - SunHelm Marine


The pneumatic fender is a kind of buffer, also called Yokohama fender, because it was invented in by a rubber product company in Yokohama, Japan. The interior is filled with high-pressure air. It can be easily deflated, so that it can be easily relocated and re-commissioned. The pneumatic fender is used to absorb the kinetic energy of the ship docking, dock wall or ship docking. Fenders can be applied to all types of ships from cargo ships to cruise ships, ferries and private yachts, and can prevent damage to ships and berthing structures.

Pneumatic fender sizes

The size of the inflatable pneumatic fender has a set of standard sizes, which is specified in the industry production standard ISO. Determine the size of the pneumatic fender according to the existing common ship size. pneumatic fenders have 12 standard diameter sizes and 13 standard length sizes. They form 17 standard pneumatic rubber fender standard sizes through different combinations. The diameter range of the pneumatic fender is 0.5m~4.5m, and the length range is 1m~12m. Commonly used sizes in ship-to-ship operations are 3.3mx6.5m and 2mx3.5m.


Nowadays, many end users have special size requirements, and most manufacturers can customize non-standard size pneumatic fenders according to customer requirements to meet the special needs of users.

As a manufacturer and supplier, we understand the buyer&#;s desire to buy high-quality products at a low price. However, in a rational analysis, cheap products must cut production costs, and product quality cannot be guaranteed. Sunhelm purchases pure natural rubber sheet materials with very few impurities. We don&#;t want customers to receive products that are too poor in quality and lead to low safety, so that the whole process is unpleasant to use&#;So even if the price of other manufacturers in China No matter how low it is, we will not compete with them for low prices. Sunhelm always believes that you get what you pay for, resists unhealthy low-price competition, and hopes to bring true high-quality, cost-effective pneumatic fender products to compatriots in the maritime industry all over the world.

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