Underwater fixing tool unveiled

Underwater tool manufacturer SUPRAMECA has launched a reference tool for port authorities, consulting companies and contractors to aid underwater operations.

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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).