These structures are commonly seen installed at sides of ports, harbors, jetties, and quay walls. But what exactly are they for? What are the significance of the differences in shapes and sizes? Are they necessary?
The underrated element of all berthing structures, rubber fenders are vital to absorb collision energy when ships berth against the wall. This prevents serious damage to both the ship and the quay wall itself. Rubber fenders sizes and types must be carefully selected. Calculations and considerations have to be done with the type of vessels and design of quay in mind in order to have a very efficient system.
There are standards to adhere, and quality controls to make sure the fenders are strong enough to withstand compression, and efficient enough in terms of energy absorption to provide protection needed. Some of the most popular fender designs are cone fenders, super-cell, cylindrical, arch, square, D-shaped etc.
"Super cone fenders" at [ Ссылка ]
"Super cell fenders" at [ Ссылка ]
"Cylindrical-shaped fenders" at [ Ссылка ]
"Arch fenders" at [ Ссылка ]
"Square fenders" at [ Ссылка ]
"D-fenders" at [ Ссылка ]
"Marine Rubber Fenders" at [ Ссылка ]
Read article "Rubber Fenders: Types & Things to Note" at [ Ссылка ]
Read article "Choose a Suitable Marine Fender Design System" at [ Ссылка ]
Read article "5 Ways a Marine Rubber Fender System can Fail You. #4 is the Most Overlooked Mistake." at [ Ссылка ]
Though these are mostly installed on quay walls, some fenders are primarily installed on ships like pneumatic fenders, tug fenders, and foam-filled fenders. However, we mainly focus on port-used fenders in this video.
"Pneumatic Fenders" at [ Ссылка ]
"Tug fenders" at [ Ссылка ]
"Foam fenders" at [ Ссылка ]
