Boom reels are devices for oil spill response and other applications that are used for the storage, deployment and recovery of floating barriers. They range in size and options, with some models built onto trailers, some are manually operated, and some feature a motorized drive system. Elastec’s team of oil spill equipment experts can help […]
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Dredging, the process of removing underwater sediment, plays a crucial role in maintaining waterways for navigation, flood control, and coastal development. However, this necessary activity can stir up clouds of silt and sediment, harming marine life and ecosystems. Floating silt curtains, or turbidity curtains as they are sometimes called, deployed strategically, act as a vital
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Marine construction projects are vital for development and progress. They encompass a wide range of activities, from building ports and harbors to installing offshore wind farms and laying pipelines. However, these projects can disrupt the delicate underwater environment by stirring up sediment and creating turbidity. Here’s where silt curtains come in – acting as a
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ASTM standards should be an important consideration when selecting an oil skimmer. It’s an interesting question as to why standards exist, they are actually an important aspect of modern life – they make your plug fit in an outlet, they look after your well-being and safety, and as a consumer ensure that you get a quality
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A stormwater drainage outfall pipe near the Golden Gate Bridge needed to be widened and extended to prevent blockage from sand buildup which contributed to flooding problems upstream in the Crissy Field and Mason Street areas in San Francisco. Environmental Impact Mitigation To protect the fish and marine wildlife, underwater best management practices were established
Elastec’s Chief Operating Officer, Curt Kessler, is now stepping into the role of the Chief Executive Officer on February 1st, 2024. Current Elastec CEO Mark Hilliard will be a tenured member of the board of directors in 2024. Hilliard has been with Elastec since 2015 taking over the CEO position in 2021. Curt Kessler’s successful
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Elastec (Carmi, IL) is excited to announce the acquisition of Kepner Plastics (Torrance, CA). Kepner was founded in 1961 and grew to become well known in industrial circles as one of the outstanding custom plastic fabricators in the world. Kepner broke into the oil spill response industry in 1968 after the invention of the SeaCurtain
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THE CHALLENGE In 2011, Elastec embarked on a project that had been sitting on the back burner for years. Thanks to the Wendy Schmidt Oil Cleanup X CHALLENGE, that project was given top priority, and every person in the company played a role to complete the task. When the X Prize foundation issued to the
Minibytes by Al Allen By now, if you’ve been reading my previous blogs, you are aware that my opinions, stories and lessons learned usually involve a blend of technology, oil spill experiences, personal stories, and some of my own opinions and expectations. Hang on…, be patient…, and possibly just tolerate my desire to share so
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Minibytes by Al Allen Expectations can stimulate positive incentives, encourage and support creative ideas, and lead to fun and excitement. Some expectations, however, can fuel distrust, fear, impatience, confusion, and sadness. Wow! Haven’t we all allowed both types of expectation to impact our lives — such expectation created from within, or from the world around
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