Pneumatic fender

SO17357 Yokohama Type Pneumatic Dock Marine Rubber Fender

Marine Rubber Fender

Marine rubber fender was developed in Japan in 1958. The marine rubber fenders should be manufactured according to ISO 17357. The standard defines the corresponding international standards for the materials and testing of these fenders. In most cases, the fender should be surrounded by tires and chains to provide additional protection. The fender can also be reinforced with rubber ribs(Rib Fender) without tires and chain mesh (sling fender). 

Marine rubber fenders in accordance with ISO 17357 are available in a variety of sizes, with a maximum diameter of 4500 mm, and a length of 12000 mm. 

Marine Rubber Fender Structure

Marine rubber fender consists of inner rubber layer, outer rubber layer and synthetic-tire-cord layer. The outer layer is made of natural rubber which is a strong compound with tear strength and high tensile strength, it can better protect the fender from the damage of hard usage and complex natural environment. The inner rubber layer is used to seal the internal air so that the risk of leakage is absent. The reinforced synthetic-tire-cord layer consists of composite tire cord with cross shadow lines are also customized upon customer's request and different application.