Andino was founded on June 17 th , 1952. It has its own headquarter in an area of 7000 m², in Contagem, Minas Gerais - Brazil.
Andino has a complete laboratory for physical-chemical analysis and development of
elastomeric parts and presses for compression tests of up to 1000 tons, which few
companies in the industry have.
In 1978, it began the development and nationalization of Harbour Fenders. The first supply
took place in 1982 and since then has been equipping the Brazilian ports with several types
of fenders, being currently the only national manufacturer.
The Know-How and the equipment for these activities were developed in the company
itself, which enabled the formation of a national technology and brought a solution to
innumerable technical problems in the area of application.
The Company has increasingly expanded and developed its industrial engineering, which
focuses mainly on the development of specific formulas and design innovation.
Andino guarantees its products through strict quality control, traceable according to ISO
9001 and produces fenders according to ABNT standards and PIANC recommendations.
Fender Systems
Harbour Fenders: are extremely important elements in port facilities, ensuring adequate
protection between the ship and the mooring structure. It is commonly made of rubber
and may or may not have a front panel, depending on usage. The system is based on the
amount of energy generated by the mooring of the vessel that will use the port facility,
which in turn, determines the amount of kinetic energy to be absorbed by the fenders. It
must also be taken into account the force caused by the reaction, for not creating excessive
pressure on the hull of the ship.
Ship Fenders: are elements to protect the hull of the ship/boat in case of contact with
another ship/boat or with the pier itself. Without it, the hull is directly exposed and receives
the impact integrally. Such a collision can create scratches and even cracks, compromising
the integrity of the hull. The rubber bumper is designed to withstand the collision and
maintain its structure. The fenders should be placed along the hull of the boat.
The fenders should only be replaced when the collision impact is so strong that it cannot
withstand and end up cracking or crashing. The replacement of a damaged fender has
lower costs than repairing the quay structure or the hull of the ship/boat.
Fender Design: we are able to design your need according to the port location and the type of ship to berth.
For Types and models, visit the website: www.andino.ind.br