Samson, developer and manufacturer of high-performance synthetic rope, has introduced its new trawl warp line, TS-II Turbo.
Developed to replace steel wire rope, TS-II Turbo is claimed to reduce a trawler winch system’s weight by as much as 80%. TS-II Turbo’s lightweight construction is comprised of a firm non-collapsing Dyneema® fiber cover with a non-load-bearing polyester control core.
TS-II Turbo is said to work well on winch drums and has been custom engineered for the rigorous demands of the commercial trawler by being both cut and abrasion resistant. The new lightweight rope, which comes in vibrant orange, is easy to handle, spliceable, and durable. TS-II also floats, increasing the operator’s control of the net in shallow depths and achieving wider openings at the front end of the nets.
Proven through Samson’s rigorous testing and a two year field trial, TS-II Turbo reduced the overall weight of the winch system by approximately 80%, based on replacing 1” steel wire rope. This reduction in weight resulted in fuel savings and enabled the hold capacity to increase the catch volume.
Samson’s director of sales America, Terry Crump, explained, “We’re confident that TS-II Turbo will help pelagic trawl vessel operators improve safety by creating greater vessel stability. We’re also pleased that this new trawl warp line, which is proudly manufactured in America, will make a significant contribution towards lowering fuel costs, as well as improving the overall efficiency of our customer’s operations.”
