Composite fenders, also called Rubbylene®, are composites of rubber which provides resilience and UHMWPE with low friction and wear resistant properties. The two materials are bonded with a special vulcanising method which is stronger and more reliable than a mechanical joint.
Composite fenders are used where the simplicity of extrusions are required but with lower shear forces.*
Features
Resilient rubber body
Low-friction UHMW-PE face
Strong molecular bond
Easily drilled and cut
Applications
⮚ Jetties and wharves for small craft
⮚ Mooring pontoons
⮚ Pile guides on floating structures
Fender Quality Framework
The Fender Quality Framework details the latest research into rubber fenders to provide a central resource for smarter fender selection. You will find an overview of our deep research library, with links to more in-depth resources such as relevant reports, webinars and specification clauses.
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Fender Online Tools
Try our new fender online tool, with enhanced features, including specification generators for fenders and bollards and a fender system selector for ship-to-ship applications. Developed in accordance with PIANC guidelines and British Standards, the tool simplifies fender selection, reducing hours of work to a few clicks.
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Multipurpose and Tug Fenders Brochure
Find out more about Trelleborg’s wide ranging Multi-Purpose and Tug Fenders customized to meet your requirements.
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Marine Fender Performance Verification
In this new User Guide, Trelleborg suggests moving towards independent testing as a means of guaranteeing fender performance.
⮚ Inland waterways