Floating Booms and Barriers

For over five decades, Elastec has been the trusted global leader in manufacturing high-quality floating booms and barriers designed to protect our planet’s waterways. From urgent oil spill containment and effective trash and debris control to essential turbidity management during marine construction and dredging, our comprehensive range of solutions addresses diverse environmental challenges. Engineered for durability and performance across calm, moving, and offshore waters, Elastec’s containment booms, silt curtains, and aquatic plant barriers empower industries and communities to maintain clean, safe, and compliant aquatic environments. Discover how our proven expertise can provide the ideal barrier solution for your specific needs.

What Are the Proper Storage Procedures for Containment Booms?

What Are the Proper Storage Procedures for Containment Booms? Proper storage is one of the most important—and often overlooked—steps in a comprehensive spill response plan. An oil containment boom is only as effective as its condition when deployed. A poorly stored boom can fail during a spill emergency, leading to environmental damage, regulatory fines, and […]

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How Are Containment Booms Deployed and What Equipment is Required?

How Are Containment Booms Deployed and What Equipment is Required? When an oil spill occurs, time is critical. The faster responders can deploy an oil containment boom, the greater the chance of minimizing environmental damage and recovery costs. But deploying a boom is more than simply laying a barrier in the water — it requires

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What Are Oil Spill Containment Booms?

Oil spills can be devastating to marine ecosystems, shorelines, and communities that rely on clean water for fishing, recreation, and industry. One of the most essential tools in oil spill response is the oil spill containment boom — a floating barrier designed to control and mitigate the spread of oil on water. Whether deployed in

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Why Oil Pollution Solutions Are Critical for Marine Life Restoration

The world’s oceans are under constant threat from oil pollution—a persistent and devastating challenge that impacts marine ecosystems globally. Whether from accidental spills, illegal discharges, or runoff from industrial sources, oil pollution inflicts long-term harm on aquatic life, coastal economies, and biodiversity. To reverse this damage and restore marine environments, investing in effective oil pollution

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The Role of Legislation in Implementing Oil Spill Response Solutions

Oil spills present a serious threat to marine ecosystems, coastal economies, and public health. As global energy demands persist, the risk of spills from transportation, drilling, and storage remains high. To mitigate these risks, governments around the world have implemented strict legislation mandating effective oil spill response plans. At the forefront of compliance and innovation

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How Are Deeper Silt or Turbidity Curtains Affected by Tidal Flow?

Silt curtains (also sometimes referred to as turbidity curtains) are an essential component of environmental protection for marine and freshwater construction sites. They serve to contain suspended sediment (silt) within a designated area, preventing it from impacting surrounding ecosystems. While effective in many conditions, the performance of deeper silt curtains is significantly influenced by tidal

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Optimizing Oil Spill Equipment Trailers for OSROs: A Comprehensive Guide

Oil spills demand immediate and effective intervention to mitigate severe environmental and economic damage. Oil Spill Response Organizations (OSROs) are specialized entities, certified by the U.S. Coast Guard (USCG), that provide crucial resources for oil spill removal and mitigation. For OSROs, mobile, self-contained oil spill equipment trailers are essential, ensuring critical tools are readily available

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How Deep Should My Silt or Turbidity Curtain Be? What Every Contractor Needs to Know

If you’re managing in-water construction, shoreline stabilization, dredging, or bridge repair, you’ve likely worked with floating silt curtains (also called turbidity curtains or sediment curtains). They’re essential for staying compliant with environmental regulations and keeping suspended sediments from spreading into surrounding water bodies. One of the most common deployment mistakes? Going too deep. Let’s set

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