The rope is manufactured from high tenacity polysteel yarns which offer easy handling, excellent strength and anti-abrasion resistance.

Tysons have already been successful supplying towage, ferry and dredger operators.

Ropes are currently available in 40 to 120 mm diameters.

The company was incorporated in 1982, initially to service the local fishing fleet, but now supplies and services all sectors of the marine industry with wire rope, fibre rope and chain.

Tysons have also moved into the lifting gear sector, manufacturing and testing all types of slings.

The 'Gold Strand' trademark was established by Tysons to provide quality assurance for customers. This now covers wire rope, three and eight strand fibre rope and some combination wire ropes used in the fishing industry.

Whether products are purchased direct from a distributor, the customer has the assurance of knowing from where the original product originates MJInformation No: 16834 Ocean Safety brings a broad selection of innovative products to seawork2002. Included in this year's line-up will be the latest Jotron EPIRBs and radios, the Micro-K unpressurised fire suppression system, anti-slip K-Grip, and the world's smallest approved lifejacket light in the Aquaspec AQ98.

Of particular interest to ship and boat yards will be Ocean Safety's Safety Equipment Management Package, developed to ensure that commercial vessels comply with the Code of Practice.

This service covers an initial survey of the craft and the provision of all necessary safety equipment. Details are kept on a central database and notifications made regarding upcoming servicing and replacements.

Ocean Safety can supply all necessary equipment enabling vessels to comply with regulations from UK Codes of Practice to USCG and many others. The company also offers a complete CAD/CAM design service to ship and boat builders.

MJInformation No: 16836