Connecting the mooring tails with the main high modulus line
Cow-Hitch
A connection that is OCIMF compliant for UHMWPE ropes. However, use of special Protectors may reduce the fatigue at the pressure points, which, gradually, due to the continuous cyclic tension-tension forces during each operation, is affecting line and tail’s strength.
Aramid HMSF ropes must not be connected to mooring tails using cow-hitch.
Mandal or Tonsberg
Ideal when connecting the mooring tail with a wire-rope or aramid rope.
Attention: All kinds of knots are strictly forbidden!
Retirement criteria
It is advised to replace the mooring tails after 18 months of use, unless inspection calls for earlier retirement.