Marine Fairlead: The Safety Guardian of Ship Mooring - Part 2

Materials and Manufacturing

- Main body: Cast steel or welded steel plate, surface galvanized/coated with anti-corrosion paint.

- Friction components: Rollers/rollers are made of hardened steel; The bushings are made of wear-resistant materials such as engineering plastics and bronze.

Key points for selection and maintenance

- Selection basis: ship size, cable type, force application Angle and classification society standards (such as CCS, DNV).

- Installation: It needs to be reinforced to the load-bearing structure of the hull (strong crossbeams, bulkheads).

- Maintenance: Regularly inspect the structural integrity, flexibility of rotating parts and wear of bushings, and clean and lubricate them in a timely manner.

Summary

Although the fairlead is small, it is the cornerstone of mooring safety. Its scientific design not only reduces the loss of mooring lines and protects the hull structure, but also significantly enhances the efficiency and safety of berthing and unberthing operations. It is an indispensable "nameless guardian" for ships.