Product Overview

4-wheel tide risers are accessories that allow oil containment booms to rise and fall with the tides, maintaining optimum draft and preventing oil from bypassing the boom. The system uses specialized rollers designed to move smoothly along a stationary beam. This beam is secured to a bulkhead or another sturdy, permanent structure, ensuring it remains anchored during operation. The rollers are engineered for versatility and can be attached to nearly any marine surface using a bolted H-beam framework. This setup provides a dependable solution and allows for adaptability in a wide range of marine applications, such as docks, piers, and other marine infrastructures, where reliable movement and support are essential. The design also considers the harsh marine environment, ensuring durability and long-lasting performance in varying conditions.

Product Features & Materials

• Customizable Aluminum Bulkhead Tide Riser length with 4″ flange and ASTM Universal Slide Connectors
• 2 x ACME Rotomolded Floats 4 x 1″x2-1/4″ Nylon Wheels
• 1/8″ x 1-1/2″ Backplate
• Screw pin anchor shackle for securing to flange beam
• Customizable pinhole locations
• Complemented with Bouys to maintain the current position of Boom
• Rises and falls  on any 4” flange H-Beam with the tide

Application Areas for 4-Wheel Tide Risers

4-Wheel Tide risers are primarily designed for permanent boom installations, where they provide essential support and stability to ensure that containment systems function effectively in challenging marine environments. These innovative devices are not only limited to permanent structures; they can also significantly enhance the performance and reliability of various types of containment boom, making them versatile tools suitable for a wide range of marine applications.

The 4-Wheel Tide Risers, in particular, are engineered to meet the demands of situations requiring stability and reliability. Their construction allows for efficient mobility, which is crucial in dynamic marine settings. This design feature ensures that they adapt well to changing water conditions, serving as an invaluable asset for marine operations that need improved containment solutions.

Tide risers are especially beneficial where a permanent structure is already in place, such as docks, piers, offshore oil rigs, stationary boats, and many other marine infrastructures. By integrating these devices into existing systems, you can enhance your containment capabilities, reduce the risks of spills or other environmental hazards, and improve overall operational efficiency. Their versatility and effectiveness make them a critical component in the field of oil spill containment and environmental protection.

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ACME supplies a range of accessories for oil spill cleanup and containment. We have what you need to help you save time, money, and environmental impact — from buoys to boom and baffle fabric repair kits, and T-connectors to toggle pins.

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