Bollard
medium
Deck bollards for mooring line securing.
Known Models (5)
Generic (Class Approved) Single Bollard 50t SWL
SWL 50t
· Deck Hardware
· single
swl_tonnes: 50
type: single
material: cast_steel
Common Failures:
- • Foundation weld cracking
- • Bollard body corrosion
- • Base plate wastage
Service: NDT foundation welds at dry-dock; maintain paint coating.
Spares: Ersatzteile über Generic (Class Approved) oder zugelassene Vertriebspartner. Lead time: 2-6 Wochen.
Generic (Class Approved) Double Bollard 100t SWL
SWL 100t
· Deck Hardware
· double
swl_tonnes: 100
type: double
material: cast_steel
Common Failures:
- • Foundation bolt elongation
- • Horn tip cracking
- • Base corrosion
Service: Check foundation bolt torque annually; NDT horn tips at dry-dock.
Spares: Ersatzteile über Generic (Class Approved) oder zugelassene Vertriebspartner. Lead time: 2-6 Wochen.
Generic (Class Approved) Double Bollard 150t SWL
SWL 150t
· Deck Hardware
· double
swl_tonnes: 150
type: double
material: cast_steel
Common Failures:
- • Horn root cracking
- • Foundation deformation
- • Paint system failure
Service: NDT horn roots at every dry-dock; apply high-build paint system.
Spares: Ersatzteile über Generic (Class Approved) oder zugelassene Vertriebspartner. Lead time: 2-6 Wochen.
Generic (Class Approved) Triple Bollard 200t SWL
SWL 200t
· Deck Hardware
· triple
swl_tonnes: 200
type: triple
material: cast_steel
Common Failures:
- • Foundation stress cracking
- • Horn misalignment from impact
- • Corrosion under paint
Service: Full NDT at dry-dock; realign if struck by vessel/tug.
Spares: Ersatzteile über Generic (Class Approved) oder zugelassene Vertriebspartner. Lead time: 2-6 Wochen.
Generic (Class Approved) Kidney Bollard 80t SWL
SWL 80t
· Deck Hardware
· kidney
swl_tonnes: 80
type: kidney
material: cast_steel
Common Failures:
- • Surface wear from rope friction
- • Foundation corrosion
- • Paint wear
Service: Polish contact surfaces to prevent rope chafe; repaint annually.
Spares: Ersatzteile über Generic (Class Approved) oder zugelassene Vertriebspartner. Lead time: 2-6 Wochen.
✔ Pros
- • High strength-to-weight ratio due to cast steel construction
- • Kidney shape accommodates multiple rope angles, enhancing mooring flexibility
- • Suitable for heavy-duty applications with an 80-tonne SWL
- • Can be used on a variety of vessel types for mooring operations
- • Annual repainting and regular polishing of contact surfaces can extend its lifespan
⚠ Cons
- • Surface wear from rope friction can lead to maintenance needs
- • Foundation corrosion is a potential issue if not properly installed or maintained
- • Requires regular maintenance to prevent paint wear and ensure longevity
- • May not be suitable for vessels requiring bollards with higher SWL
- • Cast steel construction may be heavier than other materials
Typical Vessels:
TankerContainerBulk CarrierGeneral Cargo
Certifications:
DNV
Decision Guide: Choose if you need a durable, heavy-duty mooring bollard with a high SWL for a variety of vessel types. Avoid if you prioritize lightweight materials or require bollards with specialized features not offered by this model.
Use Cases: Typically deployed on the decks of commercial vessels for mooring operations in ports, harbors, and during cargo transfer. It's also useful in situations where the angle of the mooring line may vary.