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On the Decks

Human Life is as Fragile as an Eggshell.

Protect it with American.

When mooring lines part a deck can be the most dangerous place in the world. During snap-back the energy released is enormous—easily enough to injure, maim, or kill.

American, as you'd expect, has the answer. New reduced snap-back lines that are so different we've even applied for a patent. The unique design greatly reduces snap-back*, and is available in almost any size or configuration you'd want: 4, 6, or 9 strand, and square braid.

MANUFACTURING COMPANY, INC.

CORDAGE DIVISION

If all this sounds expensive, it's not! Replacing with Amer- ican reduced snap-back mooring lines is very cost-effective; any small additional cost is more than offset by increased safety and personnel protection.

Moor with American brand reduced snap-back rope. You'll protect more than your investment. 206 Willow Avenue 200 Southpark Road

Honesdale, PA 18431 Lafayette, LA 70117

Tel. 717-253-5860 Tel. 318-837-9241

SERVICE CENTERS: Boston • Chicago • Cleveland • Emeryville • Houston • Jacksonville • Los Angeles

New Orleans • Norfolk • Philadelphia • Pittsburgh • St. Louis • Seattle • Savannah* Tampa ' II lint's have not been misused or damaged so as to neutralize or negate their reduced backlash features. Normal safety precautions should be used at all times.

October 1, 1983 Write 273 on Reader Service Card 23