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Welcome to Conrad Blocks!


Conrad Blocks make traditional wooden shelled blocks for all types of boats. We provide a quality product, based on traditional wisdom and utilizing modern materials.



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About our blocks

Conrad Blocks are manufactured in Australia using quality materials:
  • marine grade stainless steel (316L) straps, rollers and axles
  • phosphor bronze sheaves
  • hard wearing copper bound jarrah cheeks
  • finished in a soft spar varnish.
  • Conrad Blocks product range

    The standard Conrad Blocks range suit line diameters from 1/4 inch (6mm) to 1 inch (25mm). Larger blocks can be made to order. Styles include single, double and triple with or without becket.

    Superior strength of Conrad Blocks

    The traditional roller bearing design used by Conrad Blocks has superior load bearing qualities over conventional blocks.

    Conrad Blocks strength ratings
    Block size SWL Ultimate load
    2" single 1 tonne 44.5 kN
    4" single 2.3 tonnes 70.5kN

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    Servicing a Conrad Block

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    How to reach us:

    Email:nick@conradblocks.com
    Telephone/Fax: (07) 3202 1577
    International: 61 7 3202 1577
    Mobile: 0438 153 011
    Address: 28 Hume St, Woodend Queensland
    Australia

    Last Updated: 1 Oct 2010