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The Offshore Mussel Float is a robust and durable polyethylene float that has been developed for mussel farming operations in high energy offshore environments.
Its modular construction and simple operation design features make it the ideal choice of float for the offshore mussel farmer when used in vertical axis systems.
Offshore Mussel Float
Mussel Float Features
n Machined PE pin design for fastener arrangement for securing floats to mussel
lines
n Convenient to transport – 180 x 2m floats can fit onto a single 40ft artic lorry
n Pressure injection moulded-end cap ensures strong rope connection points and consistent 12mm
wall thickness
n Advanced butt fusion process and control techniques used in manufacture
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ManufactureThe PE floats are made from robust and durable High Density Polyethylene (HDPE), which is ideal for the demanding conditions found in offshore aquaculture. Featuring two unique injection moulded end-caps, the floats are manufactured using specialist butt fusion process and control techniques.
The injection moulded end-caps have a consistent wall thickness throughout with additional structural support in the headline connection area.
Parts1 Ø400mm HDPE pipe with 12mm wall thickness
2 Ø400mm robust and durable injection moulded HDPE end-cap with pin attachment
3 Ø35mm machined HDPE end-cap pin
4 M27 stainless steel A4 flat washer
5 Ø5 x 63mm stainless steel A4 split pin
6 Spliced rope for headline connection (not included)
Float Size
Diameter
Length
Wall Thickness
Weight
Material
(Fusion Marine Limited reserves the right to make improvements and changes to products and specifications without notice)
High Density Polyethylene (HDPE)
18kgs
1000mm
400mm
125L
35kgs
2000mm
12mm
250L
Specifications
Other shapes and sizes available upon request
Fusion Marine Limited
Main Office – Sales & Admin, European Marine Science Park, Suite 5, Malin House, Dunbeg, By Oban, Argyll PA37 1SZ Scotland UK
T + 44 (0) 1631 720 730 E [email protected] W fusionmarine.com
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