Barge Bumper Market

Barge Bumper Market - Introduction

Barge bumper assembly systems are technically superior and a unique protection system for offshore platforms world-wide. Barge bumpers accommodate berthing for very high tidal variations. Barge bumper systems prevent damages to vessels, boats, and berthing structures. These systems are capable of absorbing both lateral and axial loads, and hence are preferred over any other platform protection system. Barge bumper systems primarily consist of a steel contact surface, eccentric bumper rings (EBR), and the shock cells. The steel surface transfers the load to the EBRs and the shock cells on impact by a berthing vessel. Kinetic energy is absorbed and dissipated as heat and a smaller reaction force against the vessel by the rubber as it undergoes shear and tension. Therefore, the vessel can berth without damaging the platform structure and the load reduced. The strong bonding achieved between the steel and the rubber during the manufacturing process of a barge bumper system ensures that the force by berthing structure will safely dissipate and reduce the external load without damaging the platform.

Barge Bumper Market – Competitive Landscape

IRM Offshore and Marine Engineers Pvt. Ltd.

Incorporated in 1964, IRM Offshore and Marine Engineers Private Limited is the flagship company of the IRM Group. The company offers a complete range of pneumatic and solid marine fenders and various accessories for harbors, ports, and jetties. The company also manufactures offshore installation equipment, critical platform protection systems, and systems such as barge bumpers, pile grippers, diaphragm closures, platform protection systems, packers, pile closures, and shock cells & leg matting units for float overs.

AIMS International, LLC

Founded in 1982, AIMS International, LLC is a manufacturer, supplier, and engineer of structural systems and fabricating fiberglass grating. The company offers fiberglass signs, full line of platforms, VIV suppression products, vortex breakers, blast panels, dock fenders, and mudmats. In 1993, the company moved the product tooling to Houston, the U.S. after purchasing Teledyne Monarch Rubber’s platform. It started manufacturing and marketing a platform fender product line, i.e., barge bumpers, rubstrips, and energy cells in Houston.

Hi-Tech Elastomers Ltd.

Hi-Tech Elastomers Ltd. manufactures and designs marine rubber fenders & engineering products. Its product portfolio includes barge bumpers, pneumatic fenders, foam fenders, dock fenders, tug fenders, offshore products, etc. The company also offers testing, supply, installation, commissioning, maintenance, and after-sales services.

DMI International

DMI International is a manufacturer of barge bumper systems, aluminum helidecks, and aluminum gangways. The company has designed, built, and installed barge bumper systems around the world. It also distributes products for automation and leading valve manufacturers.

Schuyler Companies

Schuyler Companies is in the business of manufacturing and designing marine fenders for over 60 years. Its product portfolio includes vessel fenders, barge bumper systems, stern fenders, push knees, d-guar fenders, side fenders, extruded fenders, attachment systems, and field drawing. The company also offers custom manufacturing, on site evaluation, survey, and customer support.

Some of the other key players operating in the global barge bumper market include Panah Jaya Services Sdn Bhd., Prosertek, Supreme Rubber L.L.C, Deyuan Marine, Skn, Trelleborg Offshore, and Dolphin Offshore Enterprises India Ltd.

Barge Bumper Market – Dynamics

Strong demand from growing offshore safety systems worldwide expected to propel the global barge bumper market

Increase in inter-regional trade activities, growth in port expansion, and increasing concerns about work safety in marine operations around the world are major factors boosting the barge bumper market. Additionally, rising investments in offshore excavation to find hydrocarbon reserves is anticipated to drive the global barge bumper market. The marine industry is increasingly investing in technologies that improve safety, adhere to new environmental regulations, and help prevent damages to vessels, boats, etc. This is anticipated to boost investments in the barge bumper business.

High manufacturing cost of barge bumper a major restraint expected to hinder market growth

The high cost of barge bumpers as well as the cost of customization involved can hamper the growth of the global barge bumper market. Furthermore, lack of skilled labor to provide maintenance service for barge bumpers is also expected to act as a restraining factor for the barge bumper market.

Barge Bumper Market – Segmentation

The barge bumper market can be bifurcated on the basis of:

• Type
• Material
• Region

Barge Bumper Market Segmentation – By Type

On the basis of type, the barge bumper market can be fragmented into:

• Solid Rubber Barge Bumper
• Pneumatic Barge Bumper’
• Steel Barge Bumper

Barge Bumper Market Segmentation – By Material

Based on material, the barge bumper market can be fragmented into:

• Natural Rubber
• Reclaimed Rubber

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