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PRODUCTSMarlow Ropes Launches OceanusMarlow Ropes is returning to the marine and offshore sector with the launch ofOceanus, designed specifical- ly for use in winch applica-tions. Oceanus is an Ultra High Modulus Polyethylene (UHMPE) core dependent, covered rope ideal for use on all types of winches, especially those where abrasion and friction are an issue. Manufactured and pre-spliced to exact lengths and specification, the 12-Strand UHMPE core can be made from Dyneema SK75 for high strength, SK78 for high strength and minimal creep or SK90 for super high strength. www.marlowropes.com Endura 12, Reengineered & Remastered New England Ropes has reconstructed the Endura 12 and introduced the STS- 12, a 100% HMPE fiber rope characterized by extremely high tensile strength and ultra low elongation. The rope fea- tures a Marine-Tech coating to enhance its durability. Applications include slings and winch lines, replacement for steel cable, helicopter lifting lines, underground pulling lines and tug boat tow lines. www.neropes.com FibreMax Selects Delta for Distribution Delta Rigging & Tools has been appointed as the distri- bution and service representa- tive for FibreMax in the U.S. FibreMax, based in The Netherlands, specializes in lightweight precision cables produced with Endless Winding technology, a com- pletely automated process of continuous winding of parallel strands of fibres around two end fittings until the right cable strength or required cable stretch has been reached. By maintaining a constant and equal tension (with an accuracy of 0.1%) in all fiberstrands during the winding process, an efficiency of more than 80% on the used fibers is reached. www.deltarigging.com Trustan Technologies Custom Splices Dyneema Line Truston Technologies, Inc. provides custom splicing of Dyneema lines manufactured by Samson Rope. Dyneemas floating lines offer benefitsincluding the same strength as wire rope of equal size; resist- ance to abrasion, flex-fatigueand reduced risk of injury by failure; lightweight enough for easy handling; and no risk of metal splinters. Dyneemalines are offered in different constructions and sizes to per- form all traditional wire rope and fiber rope applications. www.truston.us/rope_rigging/ Cortlands Plasma Rope in Large Diameter Sizes Cortlands Puget Sound Rope brand of patented Plasma HMPE (High Modulus PolyEthylene) rope is now avail- able in expanded diameter size ranges, up to 25-inch circum- ference, 4,922,000 lbs MBL. The 12 strand braided con-struction of this synthetic fiber rope results in an extremely strong and durable, yet light- weight (floating) strength member. Plasma rope is most popular in working applica- tions such as tug winch lines, pendants, vessel mooring lines, offshore lifting and installation applications and deepwater lifting and lowering lines. www.cortlandcompany.com Samson ETOP Vulcan Recognized Internationally A finalist in the Seatrade Awards, Samsons synthetic emergency tow-off pendant (ETOP) Vulcan provides a means of towing a ship away from the dock in the event of a fire without the use of wire rope. The patented synthetic ETOP is made of Technora fiber in conjuction with a pro- prietary fire-resistant coating. The combination results in a rope that meets OCIMF breaking strength recommenda- tions after exposure to flames and a high-temperature environment. www.samsonrope.com Image courtesy Marlow RopesImage courtesy New England RopesPhoto Delta Rigging and ToolsImage Truston TechnologiesImage CortlandImage Samson Rope52MNJuly 2011