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The many
Testings... Since the first idea of this unique concept.
After the initial testing, we were convinced that we
have developed a technically very strong anchor.
Many computer calculated prototypes have been made to reach optimum regarding
strength, look, handling and performances under all types of weather and seabed
conditions. The result: a true
"What A GRIP-Anchor"! |
The Test Graphics shows typical characteristics in different seabed.
The graphics also shows how fast the
"STEALTH" Anchor (model used was 1013, 13 kg, from 1991) penetrates for a secure
hold.
The length of scope used was 5:1 with
all chain. The tests were automatically stopped
when reaching a tension of 30mv, which equals 3000 Kg.
or 6600 Lbs. See
Illustrated
Techniques # 15 & 16. |
In Sandy bottom:
The anchor quickly gets into the
GRIP position (#3). It then penetrates the bottom
with the bill and the flukes. Quickly turning to the
horizontally perfectly balanced position. When the
top fluke is embedded as well the compression effect starts generating a
massive holding power.
Releasing the anchor from sandy bottoms is always easy. See
Ill
Tech. # 15. |
In Soft bottom: (Clay,
Mud)
The graphic show clearly how the
anchor generates more holding power the deeper it penetrates the sea-bed.
When on the bottom pay out 5
- 6 times of scope and let
wind and waves take the boat, drifting, to a hold. The anchor will work itself deep into the seabed
as wind forces increase.
Power set the anchor carefully.
See
Ill. Tech. # 24.
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On hard bottoms: (Rock)
The anchor gets quick into the GRIP
position on hard rough and rocky bottoms and the arrow shaped flukes continuously steer the extended
pointy bill to soon catch an edge or cleft for a secure hold (#4).
There are
NO bending forces involved due to the centered forces and symmetrical
structure.
The release of the anchor is easy. See
Ill. Tech. # 21. |
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Pulled quickly to a set.
The hold increases the deeper the penetrates from higher forces and although the bottom slightly gives away,
soon a massive
hold is developed. |
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holding forces increases smoothly to a secure hold, after
penetrating
through the lose bottom
into deeper and firmer material. Breaking the anchor out is easy! |
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This graphic shows
clearly the 100% firm hold after catching an edge or cleft in the rock.
A chain was used otherwise the curve would not be that steep.
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In Seaweed:
With the HANS Anchor the best way is to
let
the anchor go with a free fall including chain and mooring
line at the same time to the bottom. It falls with
the shank first penetrating deep into the soft
bottom underneath the seaweed. The pointed bill thereby already
underneath the seaweed roots. Pay immediately out 5
- 6 times of scope and then let
wind and waves take the boat, drifting, to a hold. The anchor will work itself into the seabed,
to a secure hold, as wind forces increase. The graphic shows the same
as in "Soft bottom" above. When
power setting anchors, do it carefully not to break the bottom.
See Ill; Tech. #26. |
Let Go into Seaweed bottom! |
1
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Landing on the
Seabed
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Moved into pull
direction
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3
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GRIP Position in
Soft Bottom.
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4
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GRIP Position in
Rocks
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An anchor must be your
best friend to trust in any situation. |
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