Collection: SMB & Lift Bags

SMB (Surface Marker Buoy) and lift bags are essential tools used in diving and underwater activities. Here’s a breakdown of each:

SMB (Surface Marker Buoy)

• Purpose: SMBs are used to signal the diver's position to surface boats and other divers. They help ensure safety by making it visible that a diver is below the surface.
• Design: Typically inflatable and brightly colored (often orange or yellow), SMBs can be inflated at depth and are deployed to float on the surface.
• Features: Many SMBs come with a one-way valve to prevent water from entering, a reel for easy deployment, and reflective strips for visibility in low light.
• Usage: Divers deploy SMBs when ascending, especially in areas with boat traffic, to indicate their position and prevent accidents.

Lift Bags

• Purpose: Lift bags are used to raise heavy objects from the underwater environment to the surface. They are often used in salvage operations, wreck diving, or recovery tasks.
• Design: Lift bags are typically made of durable, waterproof material and can be inflated with air to provide buoyancy.
• Features: They come in various sizes, with some equipped with valves for easy inflation and deflation. Some models also have additional attachment points for securing loads.
• Usage: Divers attach the lift bag to the object they want to raise, inflate it, and control the ascent to the surface, ensuring safety and stability during the lift.

Both SMBs and lift bags are vital for enhancing safety and efficiency in diving operations, allowing divers to communicate their position and manage heavy underwater loads effectively.