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UREGUARD TOWLINE PROTECTORS

OUR UREGUARD TOWLINE PROTECTORS ARE CUSTOM MADE TO FIT ANY SIZE CABLE OR ROPE

Commercial towing vessels depend on towlines, also known as hawsers. They also depend on Mark Tool to keep those lines protected from chafing and from the harmful effects of seawater.

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Whether used for offshore oil and gas operations, dead-ship towing or salvage, the towing hawser is the key element in the tugtow connection.

Hawsers used for conventional tugs are essentially a thick cable of wire rope. The condition of these lines is critical; they must be inspected on a regular basis, lubricated regularly, and shielded against excessive wear.

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