COTTAM'S SUBSEA BRUSHES
For cleaning
where you can't 'sea'
Custom-engineered brush solutions for ROV and diver-operated cleaning applications.
Subsea cleaning operations present unique challenges. Equipment must withstand harsh marine conditions, operate reliably under pressure, and deliver effective cleaning without damaging critical assets.
Cottam Brush works with operators, contractors, and equipment manufacturers to develop brush solutions that support inspection, maintenance, cleaning, and surface preparation activities throughout the subsea sector.
Whether supporting offshore energy infrastructure, subsea construction projects, or maintenance programmes, our team can develop brushes tailored to your application and tooling requirements.
Where Our Subsea Brushes Are Used
MARINE GROWTH REMOVAL
Removing algae, biofouling, barnacles, and marine deposits from subsea structures and assets.
SURFACE PREPERATION
Preparing surfaces for inspection, coating, maintenance, or repair activities.
PIPELINE & STRUCTURE CLEANING
Supporting maintenance programmes across pipelines, risers, jackets, and offshore infrastructure.
VALVE & CONNECTOR CLEANING
Cleaning critical components prior to inspection, servicing, or intervention activities.
ROV OPERATIONS
Brushes designed specifically for remotely operated vehicle tooling systems.
DIVER ASSISTED CLEANING
Reliable brush solutions for diver-operated maintenance and cleaning activities.
Features & Benefits
VERSATILE CLEANING SOLUTION
This brush can be used for a variety of subsea cleaning including hulls, external pipe walls, and other surfaces based on the configuration
DURABLE AND HARDWEARING
Our standard subsea brush is manufactured with tough, flexible bristles for a thorough clean
PENCIL BRUSH TECHNOLOGY
Cottam pencil brushes offer fantastic, flexible cleaning properties and are the best solution for tough jobs thanks to our robust manufacturing method
EASY CHANGEOVER
Simple and quick to replace your brush head if needed
BESPOKE OPTIONS AVAILABLE
Custom sizing and bristle materials mean we can create a brush just for you
ACID INJECTION OPTION
Can be manufactured for use with acid injection if required
Technical Capability
Our engineering team can support:
Custom brush dimensions
Filament selection
Core and hub materials
Shaft and drive compatibility
Torque and load considerations
Operating speed requirements
ROV tooling integration
Reverse engineering of existing brushes
We work from drawings, specifications, samples, or application requirements to develop the most effective solution.
Discuss your subsea application today
Whether you require marine growth removal brushes, ROV-compatible tooling brushes, or a completely bespoke subsea cleaning solution, our engineering team is ready to help.
F&Q's
Can you design brushes for specific ROV systems?
Yes. We can develop custom brushes to suit specific tooling interfaces, operational requirements, and vehicle capabilities.
Do you manufacture bespoke subsea brushes?
Yes. Many of our subsea solutions are custom-designed for specific applications, environments, and equipment.
What materials are available?
We manufacture brushes using a wide range of filament and core materials including polypropylene, nylon, abrasive nylon, stainless steel, and other application-specific materials.
Can you manufacture from a sample?
Yes. We regularly work from existing brushes, drawings, photographs, or technical specifications.
Do you offer prototype production?
Yes. We can support development projects, testing programmes, and low-volume production before scaling to larger manufacturing runs.