Plastic-UHMWPE Fender Pads

Bencros UHMW PE facings protect fender panels from impact and reduce friction against vessel hulls. They are also used as shields on V fenders and in composite fender systems.

With a low friction surface and beveled edges, they prevent snagging and abrasion. UHMW PE is ideal for impact protection even in areas without fenders. It does not rot, split, or degrade from UV or ozone exposure and is fully recyclable at the end of its service life.

FIXINGS
Fixings should match the underlying structure. Steel panels
require welded studs or, ideally, ‘blind boss’ fixings for extra
strength.We recommend oversize for bolting through open steel
structures. Please ask Bencros about steel grades and finishes.

WEAR ALLOWANCE
Increasing the thickness (T) of a UHMW-PE facing provides more
wear allowance (A), extending its working life, protecting the fender
or substrate for longer and reducing routinemaintenance.

FRICTION
UHMW-PE friction coefficient (μ) varies according to the contact pressure and opposing
contact surface.Typical coefficients are provided for guidance (Source:BS6349-4: 2014)

PROPERTIES
The properties for Virgin (FQ1000) and regenerated grades are provided for reference. Virgin materials are available in black and other colours (red,white, blue etc). Regenerated grades offer a good compromise between price and longevity.