EconoMax Containment Boom 50ft.

The EconoMax Containment Boom 50ft. is a non-absorbent floating boom that holds oil and debris on the water’s surface: 6″ / 0.15m freeboard, 10″ / 0.25m draft, 50 ft. sections.

• Non-absorbent for containment of spills and debris during cleanup.
• 6″  freeboard above surface keeps oils and debris inside boom until cleanup is complete.
• 10″ draft prevents the escape of oil and debris from underneath
• Yellow color makes boom easy to locate in any weather.
• Steel chain running through the length of the boom is galvanized steel. Adds weight and rigidity to the boom.
• UV resistant heavy duty closed-cell polyethylene 22-ounce material with reinforced, welded seams.
• Custom Boom lengths available to suit your needs.
• Durable hardware secures Boom in place until ready for retrieval.
• Easily cleaned with detergents or by power washing.
• Use in marinas, inland waterways and in harbors.
• Capable for one-man deployment due to compact size
• Deploy from trucks, boats, shore, docks or barges.
• Aluminum universal slide connectors that are marine-grade. Connectors do not allow hydrocarbons or debris to get through.

Usually ships in 3 to 5 working days from the IL or FL warehouse.

Good for

• Harbors, marinas and rivers
• Containing oil and floating debris on water
• Spill response contractors and industrial sites near water

Specifications

Surround Oil Spills, Trash and Debris on Calm Water for Proper Cleanup.

The EconoMax Oil Spill Containment Boom is super lightweight and very compact containment boom suited for protected and calm waters.

The oil hard boom’s closed-cell polyethylene foam flotation blocks and vinyl-coated skirting create an effective, non-absorbent barrier that blocks oil, trash, and debris.

The skirting barrier hangs below the water line to keep pollutants from creeping under the spill containment boom. and below the water line. The galvanized steel chain adds weight and rigidity to the draft of the oil containment boom.

The flat panel float allows this oil containment boom to be folded into neat parcels that can easily be stored ready for quick deployment by hand. The EconoMax is an inexpensive oil spill boom manufactured in fully welded 22 oz. PVC material.

Features marine grade aluminum slide connectors and toggle pins so you can create longer lengths without weak spots. This Oil Spill Containment Boom was originally designed for short duration spill cleanup. Available in 25 foot, 50 foot and 100 foot lengths.

To see our complete selection of non-absorbent oil spill containment booms click on the above link. If you do not see the oil spill containment boom you need or have a specific need contact us toll free at (800)869-9633 or by email.

Click this link for our complete line of absorbents and other oil spill containment booms products.

Technical Info

Freeboard: 6″ / 0.15m
Draft: 10″ / 0.25m
Fabric: 22 oz PVC
Ballast: 3/16″ / 5 mm galvanized chain
Boom weight: 1.2lb/ft / 1.8kg/m
Connector: Universal slide
Color: Yellow.
1800 lbs actual breaking strength

Compliance Info

Conforms to OPA-90 specs for calm or protected waters.
See Federal Regulatory Compliance Summaries here.

Questions and answers

Does this boom absorb oil?

No. It is a non-absorbent containment boom: it floats and holds oil, sheen and debris in place so you can skim or absorb it. Pair it with absorbent booms or pads for cleanup.

What do freeboard and draft mean?

Freeboard is the height above the water (6″ / 0.15m); it stops splash-over. Draft is the skirt below the water (10″ / 0.25m); it stops oil escaping underneath.

How do sections connect?

With universal slide connectors, so sections join into any length you need.

Which waters is it for?

Deeper freeboard and draft plus a top tension cable suit currents, tides and long deployments; lighter booms suit calm water, ponds and marinas. Call (800) 869-9633 if you are not sure which fits your site.