TRELLEBORG CUTS VIBRATION AT LOW SPEEDS WITH NEW HIGH DEFLECTION
ENGINE MOUNTS FOR BOATS
Trelleborg’s industrial anti-vibration solutions operation has launched two new marine engine
mounts – the high deflection (HD) Cushyfloat and the mini HD Cushyfloat – to provide improved
vibration isolation and passenger comfort on marine vessels.
Based on Trelleborg’s most popular marine engine mount, the Cushyfloat, the new solutions
have been purpose-designed to alleviate excessive vibrations caused by an increase in engine
power on lightweight hulls.
Specifically, the new HD Cushyfloat is specially developed using a unique rubber compound,
which increases its ability to provide improved vibration isolation, especially when travelling at
low speeds due to harbor restrictions, for example.
Bill Mortel, Director – Materials and Technology at Trelleborg’s industrial anti-vibration solutions
operation, says: “When operating at low speeds, the level of unwanted vibration caused by the
boat engine increases. This creates a more difficult environment for a standard mount to isolate
those vibrations. As such, a specialist solution was required and so our HD Cushyfloat was
born.”
Vibration is passed through the mount to the rest of the vessel, the amount of which depends on
how well the mount isolates the vibrations. As such, the rate at which the mount deflects under
the various landing conditions of a marine engine is critical to ensure a smoother, quieter ride
for passengers and workers onboard.
Mortel continues: “Vertical and lateral buffering within the HD Cushyfloat’s design limits the
movement of the engine in tough service conditions. Similarly, it has an interchangeable
footprint with existing mounts, which makes retrofit easy and trouble free. Furthermore with an
in-built deflection gauge as standard, the installation and alignment of the engine is simplified.”
Going a step further from the existing product range, Trelleborg’s new mini HD Cushyfloat
incorporates the use of engineered plastics. This ensures a corrosion resistant, lightweight
product that offers greater environmental protection in harsh environments as well as lower
maintenance costs, with no compromise in product performance.
For additional information about Trelleborg’s industrial anti-vibration solutions operation, visit:
www.trelleborg.com/anti-vibration-solutions.
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For additional information on Trelleborg Industrial Anti-Vibration Solutions for rail, marine, industrial or specialist vehicle
markets, please call Nicola Quine, Direct: +44(0)1162670422, Mobile: +44(0)7816592888;
nicola.quine@trelleborg.com.
For press information: Sarah Suthers at Stein IAS. Clarence Mill, Clarence Road, Bollington, SK10 5JZ, United
Kingdom. Tel: + 44 (0) 1625 578 578; Fax: + 44 (0) 1625 578 579. Email: sarah.suthers@steinias.com.
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Trelleborg’s industrial anti-vibration solutions operation and Trelleborg Group
Using advanced polymer technology, Trelleborg’s industrial anti-vibration systems (IAVS) operation specialises in the
field of rubber-to-metal bonding for the removal of unwanted noise and vibration. Solutions include mountings, bearings
and suspension. As part of the Trelleborg Industrial Solutions Business Area of Trelleborg Group, Trelleborg’s IAVS
operations utilizes over 80 years of experience to provide solutions for numerous applications and environments, with a
reputation of high quality, performance and service life. These include rail, marine, industrial and off-highway markets.
The company focuses on isolation, attenuation and suspension solutions of unshakeable quality and reliability. The
company’s commitment and expert polymer technologies create maximum business value through improved longevity,
productivity and cost effectiveness, while also optimising comfort, health and safety. www.trelleborg.com/IndustrialAVS.
Trelleborg is a world leader in engineered polymer solutions that seal, damp and protect critical applications in
demanding environments. Its innovative engineered solutions accelerate performance for customers in a sustainable
way. The Trelleborg Group has annual sales of about SEK 22 billion (EUR 2.48 billion, USD 3.29 billion) in over 40
countries. The Group comprises five business areas: Trelleborg Coated Systems, Trelleborg Industrial Solutions,
Trelleborg Offshore & Construction, Trelleborg Sealing Solutions and Trelleborg Wheel Systems. In addition, Trelleborg
owns 50 percent of TrelleborgVibracoustic, a global leader within antivibration solutions for light and heavy vehicles,
with annual sales of approximately SEK 16 billion (EUR 1.78 billion, USD 2.36 billion) in about 20 countries. The
Trelleborg share has been listed on the Stock Exchange since 1964 and is listed on Nasdaq Stockholm, Large Cap.
www.trelleborg.com.