Permanent Oil Containment Boom

Permanent Oil Containment Boom

Permanent Oil Containment Boom
  • Minimal maintenance required
  • The most reliable and durable boom system in the market, installed in over 100 ports and harbours worldwide since 1968
  • Three main components:
    • Floats: Durable roto-moulded polyethylene floats filled with foam provide high boom buoyancy
    • Belting: PVC-coated polyester high tensile belting impregnated with UV/marine growth inhibitors and biological additives to prevent premature degradation
    • Accessories:
      • Stainless steel boom connectors and fasteners provide longevity in harsh conditions
      • Tidal compensators, dock seals and gate systems are available, providing complete oil containment protection

Typical Specifications

Model Harbourflex 24L Harbourflex 36L
Boom width 60.9 cm
24 in
91.4 cm
36 in
Freeboard 27.9 cm
11 in
30.5 cm
12 in
Draft 33.0 cm
13 in
61 cm
24 in
Tensile element strengths 38,181 kg
84,000 lbs
57,273 kg
126,000 lbs
Weight - 350 material 10.6 kg/m
7.1 lbs/ft
13.4 kg/m
9.0 lbs/ft
Gross buoyancy to weight 4.5: 1 3.7: 1
Section length 20, 25 or 30 meter 50, 75 or 100 feet
Custom lengths available
Note: Alternative specifications are available and may be recommended depending upon environmental factors.