Plastimo Rescue Buoy

PLASTIMO Rescue Buoy: The Essential Man Overboard Recovery Aid

Navigate with confidence and ensure the safety of everyone on board with the PLASTIMO Rescue Buoy, a cornerstone of marine safety equipment. In a man overboard (MOB) situation, every second is critical. The chaos and panic can make complex procedures difficult, which is why simplicity and reliability are paramount. This is where the brilliance of the PLASTIMO Rescue Buoy shines, offering an immediate, intuitive, and effective solution when you need it most.

Simple and ingenious, the Plastimo Rescue Buoy is a clever and simple man overboard recovery aid. It is designed for swift deployment and hassle-free operation, drastically reducing response time and increasing the chances of a successful recovery.

The principle is extremely simple: attach permanently a regular horseshoe buoy to a properly coiled lifeline. When the buoy is thrown, the line pays out quickly, without tangling or fouling. This intuitive design eliminates the risk of knotted or snagged lines, a common and dangerous problem with improvised solutions. It allows for a swift and accurate throw, ensuring the buoyant aid reaches the person in the water without delay, providing immediate flotation and a secure connection back to the vessel.

At the core of this indispensable safety system is a high-visibility horseshoe lifebuoy, engineered with a significant 147 N of buoyancy to provide ample support for an adult in the water, even when wearing heavy clothing. Connected to the buoy is 40 meters of highly visible, yellow floating retrieval line. This generous length is crucial for operations in various sea states, and its floating nature prevents it from sinking and fouling the boat´s propeller. With an impressive breaking strain of 400 kg, you can be confident in its strength during the most demanding recovery operations.

The entire system is housed in a purpose-built, coated fabric storage bag. This durable container is impervious to UV rays, protecting the lifeline and buoy from sun degradation and ensuring they remain in optimal condition season after season. Fitted with convenient clips, the bag attaches easily and securely to your boat´s pulpit or guardrail, keeping this vital piece of safety equipment readily accessible at all times. The bag´s sturdy construction, complete with reinforced rims, ensures it withstands the harsh marine environment.

The PLASTIMO Rescue Buoy is more than just a piece of equipment; it´s an investment in safety and peace of mind. Its simplicity is its greatest strength, ensuring that anyone on board can operate it effectively under pressure. Don´t compromise on safety. Equip your vessel with this essential, reliable, and ingeniously simple man overboard recovery aid from Plastimo, a trusted name in marine safety.

Specifications:
- Buoyancy: 147 N (Horseshoe lifebuoy)
- Retrieval Line: 40 m of yellow floating line
- Line Breaking Strain: 400 kg
- Storage: UV-resistant coated fabric bag with pulpit attachment clips
- Dimensions (H x W x T): 60 cm x 65 cm x 14 cm
- Weight: 2.3 kg (without light)