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SiltMax Type II DOT

Suitable for mild currents, waves, and wind the SiltMax Type II DOT Turbidity Curtain (Specifications) is designed for rapid deployment, fast storage and handling. It is also appropriate for most regulated applications. SiltMax Type II DOT barrier is offered with impermeable and permeable options.

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SiltMax Type II DOT Turbidity Curtain is equipped with a tension cable under the flotation and aluminum joint connectors with anchor points to anchor the curtain in flow.

SiltMax Type 2 DOT barrier is specifically designed for in-water control of silt and turbidity around dredging activities, pile driving rip-rap installation, and demolition work. The economical design makes it a contractor’s project favorite for moving water and waves typically found in inter-coastal waterways, estuaries, and rivers.

Depths other than 5 ft are available by request and are available in a few days. Contact us for pricing and availability.

  • Water Conditions: moving water, mild currents (rivers, lakes, streams)
  • Section Lengths: 50 ft and 100 ft
  • Availability: 5 ft depth - typically in stock

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SiltMax Type 2 DOT Turbidity Curtain Specifications

FabricHeavy Duty 18 oz. Vinyl PVC (impermeable skirts standard)
ColorHi-Visibility Safety Yellow
Flotation Size6 inch Square Marine Grade
Net Buoyancy6 inch / 15 cm - 13 lb./ft. / 19.2 kg/m
Load Carrying Components5/16 inch Galvanized Steel Cable (10,540 lbs. ult. tensile strength), Fabric & 5/16 inch Galvanized Steel Chain (7,600 lbs. ult. tensile strength)
Breaking Strength9,200 lb. / 4,173 kg
Ballast1.06 lb. per foot Galvanized Chain
Section ConnectionsASTM 962 Universal Slide Complete With Toggle Pin, Laced Grommet Skirt, Shackle Chain To Chain, Shackle From Anchor Point Cable To Cable
Available DepthsStandard 5 ft. (other depths available on request)
Length100 ft. Standard (other lengths available on request)

Turbidity Curtain Questionnaire

In order that we may recommend the best Turbidity Curtain for your project, please provide the following information. We have included some questions that will help us better understand your needs. Please answer as many as possible. If the flow rate is high, Elastec can provide modeling data to determine anchor spacing and feasibility of systems.

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