Underwater fixing tool unveiled
Underwater tool manufacturer SUPRAMECA has launched a reference tool for port authorities, consulting companies and contractors to aid underwater operations.
The SUB150 allows resistant fixing and permanent assemblies on underwater steel or concrete structures, and can be used for sacrificial anodes fixing and replacement, Steel (and concrete ) structure fixing and reinforcements, cables and pipes, sunken vessel floatation fixing fasteners, and emergency afloat ship salvage.
According to the Sub150 tests validation, a fastener fixed on a steel plate of 50mm thick (photo a) has a tensile strength of more than 30KN (3 tons) and assemble of two 10 and 15 mm plates rise up the mechanical resistance up to 50KN (5 tons).