Installation of CY1500 cylindrical rubber fenders

CY1500 Cylindrical Rubber Fenders Successfully Installed for Berthing Protection at Brazilian Port

CY1500 cylindrical rubber fenders has been successfully lifted and installed at an operational port terminal in Brazil. As one of the most proven marine berthing-protection solutions, cylindrical rubber fenders are widely adopted across global harbours to absorb vessel impact energy and safeguard quay walls and ship hulls. This project reinforces reliable infrastructure for daily vessel docking operations at this Brazilian port.

Product Advantages of CY1500 Cylindrical Rubber Fender

1. Balanced Energy Absorption & Low Reaction Force The tubular hollow-cylinder structure delivers stable energy-absorbing performance under multiangle vessel berthing impacts. It keeps reaction force at a reasonable level, effectively protecting both concrete dock structures and ship hulls from collision damage.

2. Multi-directional Impact Resistance Different from profile-type fenders, cylindrical rubber fenders can handle compression forces from all horizontal directions. It performs well for vessels berthing at varying angles, perfectly fitting complex berthing scenarios in multi-purpose ports.

3. Outstanding Marine Environmental Durability Manufactured from high-strength compound rubber, CY1500 fender features excellent seawater corrosion resistance, UV-aging resistance and ozone resistance. It maintains stable mechanical performance under long-term exposure to salt spray, tide fluctuation and tropical climate in Brazil.

4. Flexible Configuration & Cost-effective Operation Cylindrical fenders can be arranged in single-unit, double-unit or multi-row combined layouts according to berth load requirements. Sparepart replacement is convenient; there is no need for large-scale reconstruction of existing quay facilities, which greatly cuts the port’s later-stage maintenance expense.

5. DNV-verified Quality Available Our CY-series cylindrical rubber fenders can pass third-party DNV performance inspection, covering dimension check, compression performance test and ageing test, to satisfy strict port infrastructure standards for South-American projects.

On-Site Installation Procedure for Cylindrical Rubber Fender

1. Pre-installation Preparation Check fender appearance, dimension and rubber quality. Inspect all matching accessories including anchor bolts, steel mounting chains, shackles and connecting plates. Verify reserved mounting base points on the quay wall to ensure position and load capacity meet design drawings.

2. Lifting and Positioning Use cranes and lifting slings to hoist the CY1500 cylindrical fender, slowly move the fender into the installation position alongside the dock face. Workers adjust height and horizontal alignment to match preset anchor hole positions.

3. Fixing with Mounting Chain & Anchoring System Thread heavyduty galvanized steel chains through the central hollow bore of the cylindrical fender. Connect chains to embedded anchor points on the quay via shackles. Adjust chain tension properly to keep the fender closely against the dock surface while preserving certain buffer mobility when impacted.

Note: Do not over-tighten chains. Moderate slack allows the rubber fender to deform freely under vessel collision to realise energy absorption.

1. Inspection & Commissioning after Installation Doublecheck all shackles, chain connections and anchor fasteners for firmness. Carry out visual inspection to confirm the fender can compress and rebound without obstruction. Record installation status for port-side acceptance hand-over.

Port Application Scenarios for Cylindrical Rubber Fenders

Cylindrical rubber fenders such as CY1500 are versatile for multiple berth types:

General-cargo terminals, multi-purpose berths

Container port quays

Ferry terminals and ro-ro ship docks

Fishing harbours and small-medium-size vessel berthing points

Retrofit & upgrade projects for old existing docks

They are especially suitable for Brazilian coastal and inland river ports including Manaus, coping with variable water-level changes caused by seasonal high-water and low-water periods. 

The flexible chain-mounting design can adapt to water-level fluctuation brought by Amazon river cycles.

WHALE MARINE supplies full-range CY-series cylindrical rubber fenders, alongside V-type arch fenders, ship-mooring bollards and other port-mooring equipment. Custom dimensions and technical support for onsite installation guidance are available for global port investors and contractors.