Marine Fenders are a type of marine equipment which are used to absorb the collision impact of boats berthing against a jetty, wharf, pier or another vessel. They are used to protect both the boat and the pier or jetty from being damaged by impact. Their high energy absorption and low reaction forces prevent any damage occurring.

Rubber fenders have most commonly been used for many years, they require minimal maintenance and have been designed to withstand adverse weather conditions and varied tides. 

These marine bumpers are generally a permanent fixture to many dockyards, the benefit of having a permanent marine fender is, in the case where there is a high thoroughfare of boats passing through and an accident may occur, damage to both the boat and the docks will be minimised.  

Cone Fenders have the greatest energy absorption to reaction forces ratio mainly because of its conical shape. They provide great flexibility in its application and increased efficiency means that a smaller, less costly fender can be installed compared to larger more expensive fenders. They are suitable for high tidal sites as well as a high resistance to over-compression. Their geometrical shape means the cone fenders can deflect and absorb energy from any direction. For greater energy absorption, two fenders can be used back-to-back whilst maintaining reaction force.  A range of cone fender sizes are available from 300mm (H) X 450mm (D) to 2000mm (H) X 3200 (D).

Marine fenders come in a range of different shapes, sizes and materials to suit each individual application. The suitability of each fender is dependent on three different factors: vessel size, weather condition and port structures. Larger marine vessels require larger fenders to withstand the impact, additionally high tides, low tides and wind power can affect the effectiveness of the fender. Australian Bollards can assist you in selecting the right fender to suit your specific requirements.