Inflatable Containment Boom – 36″H, 12″ Freeboard x 24″ Draft

• Additional ballast chain sizes available
• All pinhole locations will be to ASTM standards
• All seals are Radio Frequency welded
• Custom log pocket sizes are available
• All sizes of boom can be manufactured for reel deployment
• Additional fabric weights available in PVC and Urethane fabric

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 36" Inflatable boom is recommended for open waters specifically. They are ideal for large lakes, bays, and harbors and are capable of withstanding stronger currents, wind, and larger waves. An inflatable boom is most useful in applications where hundreds or even thousands of feet of boom are necessary due to its compatibility with boom reels. An inflatable boom is best implemented onboard marine vessels where it can be deployed rapidly from the vessel.

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. 

ACME’s 36" Inflatable Oil Spill Containment Boom is made of PVC-coated fabric. Our standard PVC-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 PVC-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

Choosing Your Oil Spill Containment Boom

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.

Deploying Your 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.

Maintaining Your Oil Containment Boom

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!

Storing Your Oil Containment Boom

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.

Not Sure What Size You Need? We Can Help!

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.