It is essential that the anchor bolts are accurately located prior to installation. There are there main types of installation:

1 New concrete with cast in anchors

2 Steel structures with bolted connections

3 Existing concrete with resin anchors

Whichever type of installation you have, an anchor bolt template will be the most accurate method of locating anchors either in groups or combination. A template should be requested at the time of order enquiry.

1.Preparation of panel

Prior to unloading of the fender components, it is advisable to prepare a suitable hard, flat surface to lay out the PE fender panel. PE fender panels can take up quite a large area and it is worth considering this beforehand to allow access for cranes and personnel.

Position the soft sling for lifting prior to assembly.

2.MV element fender attachment

TheMV element fender body shall be lifted by attaching two eye bolts to mounting holes and then lifting by means of a 2 legged sling. Care should be taken not to damage or cut the surface of the rubber with any sharp objects during assembly and installation.

The MV element fender body should then be lifted and located on the mounting holes on the back of the panel and then bolted into position. The bolts for holding the MV element fender body should not be over tightened or even tightened to a specific torque. As a rule of thumb the washer should not bed into the rubber by more than 1-2mm.

Always check the lifting weights before commencing.

3. Attachment for lifting

Once the MV element fender bodies have been fixed, a sling can be used to lift the fender.

Always check the lifting weight before commencing and ensure that the sling will not slip off during lifting.

4.Lifting of fenders

The first operation prior to lifting will be to lift the top end of fender panel and tilt it around a soft fabric material. This should be situated along the bottom edge to prevent damage.

Once the fender is upright, you can then lift it away and slue into position.

5. Panel attachment.

Before attachment of the MV element fender system, always ensure that adequate and safe access has been provided for all instances including inter tidal. Care should be taken hen lifting the fender into position to avoid damage to the paint and rubber.

6. Complete installation

When the bolt holes have been aligned , it is advisable to loosely screw in each bolts using the carne to adjust fine movements. When all bolts are positioned, tighten them in sequence diametrically about the flanges.