Additional information
Weight | 125 lbs |
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Dimensions | 80 × 29 × 32 in |
$1,135.00
Weight | 125 lbs |
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Dimensions | 80 × 29 × 32 in |
While we try our best to prevent oil spills from happening in the first place, spills can and will occur. When a spill does happen, a quick and effective response will greatly reduce the damage it can have on the environment and the cost of cleanup. Our 6″ x 12″ Containment Boom will greatly assist in oil spill containment where rougher conditions are present.
It’s important to proactively plan for the three C’s of handling a spill, which will be essential in your response plan: control, contain, and cleanup. Containing the spill is a crucial step as it keeps the product from spreading to other areas and causing further harm. Our 6” x 12” Oil Spill Containment Boom effectively keeps spilled products contained to minimize environmental damage and streamline your cleanup efforts.
ACME’s 6” x 12” Oil Spill Containment Boom is made of PVC-coated fabric. Our standard vinyl-coated fabric is resistant to tears, punctures, or other damage and is available in standard orange or international yellow. For an oil containment boom used in areas with excessive hydrocarbon or UV exposure, consider our Jaton Plus coated fabric that comes standard in orange and provides superior protection, helping extend the life of the oil containment boom by up to 50%.
Boom Fabric Information and Choices
Freeboard | 6″ |
Draft | 12″ |
Boom Height | 18″ |
Standard Length | 50′-100′ |
End Connectors | ASTM “Z” or slide |
Floatation | Solid ethafoam-type flotation |
Weight | 1.7 lbs/foot |
Ballast Material | 1/4″ Galvanized chain |
Tension Member Strength (Ballast Chain) | 5,000 lbs |
Tension Member Strength (Fabric) | 21,500 lbs |
Tension Member Strength (Top Cable [Optional]) | 9,800 lbs |
Total Strength | 26,500 lbs (36,300 lbs) |
An oil containment boom is one of the first tools used in oil spill control and cleanup. They float at the surface where oil has been spilled, creating a flexible barrier that effectively contains an oil slick.
An oil containment boom is designed to be used in aquatic environments, a 6” x 12” boom is recommended for open bodies of water specifically. They are ideal in lakes and open bodies of water, where deeper areas may be present. This boom can be used where high winds cause significant wave action.
If you’re looking for an inland or a near-shore oil containment boom designed for use in most standard situations, including lakes, ponds, and rivers, browse our full catalog here.
Once an oil spill occurs, the first step is to choose the correct size of oil containment boom for the cleanup. Cleanup crews should evaluate the situation, taking into account wind patterns, wave height, water depth, and current speeds. Offshore or open water environments, or locations with extreme conditions including high wind, large waves, or fast-moving currents are best suited for an open-water oil containment boom.
Care should be taken when deploying a boom for both the safety of personnel and to prevent unnecessary damage to the boom itself. A boom should never be anchored or towed by its tension members. Tow bridles made from extrusion matching the boom coupler type should be used to evenly distribute loads to the oil containment boom during deployment and use.
Harsh chemicals and fuels should not be used to clean an oil containment boom. An oil “stain” is far less harmful to the boom fabric than the damage diesel does when scrubbing the boom down. A mild detergent and medium-bristled brush are ideal for cleaning the surface of your oil containment boom. Power steam cleaning should be done with caution as weakened seams and welds may separate from heat and pressure. Fabric repair kits as well as hardware and fittings are available or ACME can perform repairs at our manufacturing plant — contact us today with any questions or to schedule a repair!
Rinse the boom thoroughly, allow it to fully dry, and inspect for any damage before storage. An oil containment boom should be clean and free of contaminants when stored and kept out of direct sunlight as U-V radiation shortens fabric life.
Since 1967 ACME Environmental has 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.