Cranberry Corral Boom – 8″H, 4″ Freeboard x 4″ Draft Containment Boom
Specifications
- 4" Diameter Flotation
- 4" Skirt Depth
- 1/4" Galvanized Chain Ballast
- Aluminum quick latch couplers with floats and stainless steel locking pins
- Aluminum tow bridles to match up with the ends on the total boom
Applications
The 4" x 4" Cranberry Corral Boom is a tool for cranberry farmers, providing a dependable solution for cranberry harvesting. During the harvest, cranberries are dislodged from their vines and float to the water’s surface. The Cranberry Corral Boom is manufactured to contain and channel the floating berries, reducing loss and enhancing the collection process compared to traditional methods.
ACME Environmental's 4" x 4" Cranberry Corral system directs cranberries to designated recovery points, simplifying the harvesting process. This system eliminates the need for extensive manual collection, allowing for quicker and more efficient retrieval. ACME Environmental's 4" x 4" Cranberry Collector Boom compliments the Corral Boom by sweeping the cranberries off the water surface to further streamline the process. By minimizing labor requirements and reducing collection time, it enhances overall harvest productivity. Once the berries are collected, the boom can be easily cleaned, stored, and reused for subsequent harvests.Â
By optimizing the cranberry harvesting process, the 4" x 4" Cranberry Corral Boom delivers multiple advantages. It improves recovery efficiency, reduces operational costs, and supports sustainable farming practices. This advanced system is a valuable asset for modern cranberry farming, addressing the increasing need for precision and sustainability in agricultural operations.
Product Recommendations
- Recommended section lengths: 25′ and 50′
- Top cable is recommended when several hundred feet are deployed
- 1/4″ chain ballast is recommended when strong currents exist
Features & Benefits
ACME’s Cranberry Corral 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%.
Maintenance
Deploying Your 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 Containment Boom
Harsh chemicals and fuels should not be used to clean a containment boom. A 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 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 Containment Boom
Rinse the boom thoroughly, allow it to fully dry, and inspect for any damage before storage. A containment boom should be clean and free of contaminants when stored and kept out of direct sunlight as UV radiation shortens fabric life.
Not Sure What Size You Need? We Can Help!
Since 1967 ACME Environmental has experience in manufacturing 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.
