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Polyform Fenders - 40 Years of Experience in Boat Protection

Written by Naomi Copperwait | 13-Jan-2023 14:04:37

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If you own a boat, you know how important it is to protect it from damage. That’s why investing in quality fenders is essential. Let’s take a look at the benefits of using Polyform US fenders.

 

Polyform US has over 40 years of design and manufacturing knowledge in the production of inflatable fenders and buoys. Based in Kent, Washington, USA, Polyform US designs its products for the harshest of environments making boat fenders for deep sea conditions and has been protecting river cruisers, fishing vessels, yachts, and super yachts for decades.

 

They have a range of different fenders for every occasion:

 

F Series Boat Fenders

The dependable F Series fenders come in a variety of sizes to fit any craft and are designed for reliable performance even under harsh environmental conditions.

 

A Series Buoys

 

 

The A Series is an all-purpose buoy, with the signature "blue ropehold" which has proven itself in the most adverse conditions. You name it — ocean, sea, river, or lake — the A Series has been there and a fender you can surely rely on. 

 

G Series Boat Fenders

 

 

Polyform’s G Series boat fender has been thoughtfully designed with ribs to provide extra strength, robust inflation valves on larger sizes, and reinforced ropeholds for enduring performance - all with a pristine aesthetic finish.

 

HTM Series Boat Fenders

 

 

The HTM (hole-through-middle) boat fender was designed to provide maximum protection in a wide variety of applications. Vertical ribs for extra protection, reinforced tube ends to prevent lines from pulling through if the fender gets caught in a tight spot, and extra wall thickness to resist punctures and tears are just a few of the features this fender has to offer. The HTM Series fender is designed to provide protection and stand-off for larger vessels up to 50 feet in length. 

 

Fender Guide

Get a better idea of which type to use by checking out the comprehensive Fender Guide:

 

SMALLER BOATS AND PROTECTED MOORINGS

 

PROTECTED MOORINGS

 
 

UNPROTECTED MOORINGS

PILINGS

RAFTING

LOCKS/CONCRETE

 

FENDER SIZING GUIDE

Boat Size

Fender Selection

Buoy Selection

Up to 10' G‑1 A‑0
10'‑15' G‑2, NF‑3 S‑1, A‑0
15'‑20' G‑3, NF‑3 S‑1, A‑1
20'‑25' F-1, F-02, F-2, F-3, G-4, HTM-1 NF-4 A‑1, 
25'‑30' F-02, F-2, F-3, G-5, HTM-2, NF-5 A‑1, 
30'‑35' F-4, F-5, G-5, HTM-3, NF-5 A‑2, 
35'‑40' F-5, F-6, G-6, HTM-3 A‑2, 
40'‑50' F-6, HTM-4 A‑3, 
50'‑60' F-7, F-8 A-4, 
60'‑70' F-8, F-10, F-11 A-5
70'‑Up F-11, F-13 A-6, A-7

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THE POLYFORM US FENDER GUIDE

This should be used as a general guide. The final responsibility has to be taken by the consumer due to many variables out of Polyform's control.

 

Inflation

Polyform US buoys and fenders can be inflated either with the Polyform US hand pump or almost any form of compressed air that will cover the valve. 

 

Polyform US has been manufacturing boat fenders and buoys in the USA for over 40 years. Their products are recognised in ports and marinas across the world for their quality, durability, and design. If you're looking for reliable protection for your boat, Polyform US is a great choice.


If you have any questions about Polyform Fenders, please feel free to email us at support@upffront.com, or click the link below to see our full range: