ACME Environmental’s 8×12 Oil Spill Containment Boom is the perfect solution deeper waters with high currents and waves! It is sometimes referred to as 24″ Containment Boom and, “Harbor Boom.” Because of the flotation size, these containment booms are ideal for large lakes, bays, and harbors and are capable of withstanding stronger current, wind, and larger waves.
8×12 Oil Spill Containment Boom Specifications:
- 8″ Diameter Flotation
- 12″ Skirt Depth
- 1/4″ / 5/16″ / 3/8″ Galvanized Chain Ballast
- 22 oz. / sq. yd. Jaton or 24 oz. / sq. yd Jaton Plus fabric: orange or yellow
- ASTM aluminum quick latch (Z) or slide couplers are recommended
- Top tension cable available on request
Boom Fabric Information and Choices
Recommended Section Lengths: 50′ and 100′
Recommended Use: These boom are recommended for large lakes, bays or harbors. Top cable is recommended when several hundred feet are deployed. 3/8″ chain ballast is recommended when tidal flows or currents exist.
8″ x 12″ Oil Spill Containment Boom
| Freeboard | 8″ |
| Draft | 12″ |
| Boom Height | 20″ |
| Standard Length | 50′-100′ |
| End Connectors | ASTM “Z” or slide |
| Floatation | Solid ethafoam type flotation |
| Weight | 2.3 lbs/foot |
| Ballast Material | 3/8″ Galvanized chain |
| Tension Member Strength (Ballast Chain) | 10,000 lbs |
| Tension Member Strength (Fabric) | 24,000 lbs |
| Tension Member Strength (Top Cable [Optional]) | 9,800 lbs |
| Total Strength | 34,000 lbs (43,800 lbs) |
Not Sure What Size You Need? We Can Help!
ACME Environmental has over 55 years of experience in manufacturing oil spill containment boom and all of our team members would be happy to answer your questions. Let us help you find the perfect size and length of containment boom to fit your needs.