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Polypropylene stands apart from the stalwarts of rope manufacture: Polyester and Nylon, because Polypropylene floats while Polyester and Nylon both sink.
Generally speaking, Nylon and Polyester have the edge over polypropylene in two main areas: better endurance in the sun and a comparative advantage in tensile strength
It is important to allow for this when specifying your lines, but also to take basic steps to store polypropylene in the shade whenever practicable.
LIROS enhance the polypropylene fibres during the manufacturing process in order to maximise the onboard potential of the finished rope.
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LIROS UV stabilisers are added to ensure the best possible resistance to the damaging effects of sunshine.
There are specific applications where a lightweight, floating rope has distinct advantages over heavier sinking ropes.
Safety Equipment: LIROS manufacture two types of braided UV stabilised bright yellow multifilament polypropylene line, which Jimmy Green specifies with a striking red fleck for instant recognition.
Mooring, Towing and General Purpose: LIROS produce polypropylene in two constructions that are very similar to their nylon or polyester counterparts. In fact, they are difficult to tell apart to the untrained eye
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