Dynamic bend stiffener inserts

Dynamic stiffeners are often used in floating wind projects to provide a pre-defined stiffness to the cable at its point of connection with the floating substructure.

Description of Manufacturing Process
Steel inserts are typically cast. Mating surfaces are then milled to final dimensions and tolerances

Description of Supply Chain
The floating offshore wind industry is relatively nascent, with large scale supply chains not yet established. Cable bend stiffener specialists will manufacture inserts in-house or purchase them from local suppliers.

Scottish Opportunity
Relevance to Scottish Supply Chain: High

Scottish manufacturers with suitable capability may be able to supply local cable bend stiffener specialists if they do not have in-house capability