MAXIMAX AND MINIMAX BOOMS
Elastec MaxiMax and MiniMax oil spill fence booms are designed in a variety of sizes for rapid deployment from boom reels or racks. Elastec manufactures fence boom with added tension members combined with solid foam floatation. This oil and debris barrier is typically used for deployment in ports and harbors for surrounding vessels or protecting resources. The construction employs top and bottom tension members (cable on top and chain on bottom). American Marine, a division of Elastec, has been manufacturing quality floating boom and barrier products since 1967. Learn about how Elastec’s oil booms meet ASTM and ISO standards, and OPA90 regulations. Fill out our questionnaire and tell us about your project.
MiniMax and MaxiMax booms are compact for easy storage on pallets or boom reels. This system is especially useful for ports and harbors where a quick response is required. These fence booms feature closed cell foam buoyancy panels, vertical stiffeners, galvanized chain ballast, stainless steel top tension cable, plus a choice of fabrics. Fence boom is typically used for static or low current applications.
The closed-cell construction of these booms does not allow water to enter the float chambers. Manufactured in fully welded PVC material, this boom is fitted with handles and anchor points.
MaxiMax oil spill boom comes in standard section lengths of 50 ft / 15 m or 100 ft 30 m. MiniMax is also available in 25 ft / 7.5 m sections. Custom sizes are available upon request. The boom is supplied with ASTM compliant interchangeable end connectors for rapid coupling of sections. End connectors are fitted with sacrificial Zinc anodes.
Optional Accessories: Anchor Sets, Tidal Slides, Tow Bridle, Marker Lights, Boom Stand Off Units, Repair Kit, Alternative Connectors, Rack, Magnetic Connector.
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MAXIMAX AND MINIMAX PHOTOS
MiniMax & MaxiMax Boom SpecificationS
Model | MiniMax | MaxiMax - 25 in | MaxiMax - 30 in | MaxiMax - 36 in | MaxiMax - 42 in | MaxiMax - 44 in |
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Height | 17 in / 430 mm | 25 in / 635 mm | 30 in / 760 mm | 35 in / 910 mm | 42 in / 1,060 mm | 44 in / 1,100 mm |
Freeboard | 6 in / 150 mm | 8 in / 200 mm | 10 in / 250 mm | 11 in / 280 mm | 15 in / 380 mm | 15.75 in / 400 mm |
Draft | 11 in / 280 mm | 17 in / 430 mm | 20 in / 510 mm | 25 in / 635 mm | 27 in / 680 mm | 27.5 in / 700 mm |
Top Tension | 3/16 in / 5 mm Stainless Cable | 1/4 in / 6 mm Stainless Cable | 1/4 in / 6 mm Stainless Cable | 1/4 in / 6 mm Stainless Cable | 5/16 in / 8 mm Stainless Cable | 5/16 in / 8 mm Stainless Cable |
Bottom Tension | 3/16 in / 5 mm Galv. Steel Chain | 3/8 in / 10 mm Galv. Steel Chain | 3/8 in / 10 mm Galv. Steel Chain | 3/8 in / 10 mm Galv. Steel Chain | 1/2 in / 12 mm Galv. Steel Chain | 1/2 in / 12 mm Galv. Steel Chain |
Weight | 1.2 lb/ft - 1.8 kg/m | 2.2 lb/ft - 3.3 kg/m | 2.6 lb/ft - 3.9 kg/m | 2.8 lb/ft - 4.2 kg/m | 5 lb/ft - 7.5 kg/m | 5 lb/ft - 7.5 kg/m |
Actual Breaking Strength | 6,400 lb - 2,909 kg | 6,400 lb - 2,909 kg | 6,400 lb - 2,909 kg | 12,500 lb - 5,669 kg | 16,500 lb - 7,500 kg | 16,500 lb - 7,500 kg |

Containment Boom Reels
Oil containment boom reels are the fastest and most efficient means for storage, deployment and recovery of longer lengths of boom. Most of our reels have the ability to free-wheel to speed up deployment. Our boom reels may be hydraulic or manually operated and are suitable for both inflatable boom and some models of foam flotation boom.
OPA90 Regulations and ASTM Standards for Elastec Oil Booms
Elastec oil booms are manufactured in accordance with OPA90 regulations and ASTM standards, such as;
- F715- Standard Test Methods for Coated Fabrics Used for Oil Spill Control and Storage
- F2682 Standard Guide for Determining the Buoyancy to Weight Ratio of Oil Spill Containment Boom
- F962 Z-Connector
- F2438- Slide Connector
- F1093- Standard test methods for tensile strength characteristics of oil spill response boom
- F2683- Standard guide for selection of booms for oil spill response
- F625 Standard practice for classifying water bodies for spill control systems
- F818 Standard terminology relating to spill response booms and barriers
- F1523- Standard guide for selection of booms in accordance with water body classifications
- F2084 Standard guide for collecting containment boom performance data in controlled environments
Elastec oil containment booms conform with ISO standard 17325-1 (2014) Ships and marine technology, Marine environment protection, Oil booms – Part 1: Design requirements & Part 3: End Connectors.
Containment Boom Questionnaire
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