These blankets are available in single or double net configurations. Single net
excelsior blankets are used on slopes less than 2:1 or channel flows of
less than 5.5 feet per second, while the double net product is used for
slopes up to 1:1 and channel flow velocity of 7 feet per second.
Other configurations for more severe applications are available.All blankets are available with either photodegradable plastic or
100% biodegradable jute/scrim netting.
This is a straw blanket with a single photodegradable net stitch-bonded to the net. S-1
is ideal for short duration projects of low-flow channels or moderate
slopes for up to one year. The product comes 8’x112.5’ or 100 square
yards per roll.
This is a straw blanket stitch-bonded to two photodegradable nets. S-2 is ideal for
short duration projects of low-flow channels or moderate slopes for up
to one year. The product comes 8’x112.5’ or 100 square yards per roll.
A 70 percent straw, 30 percent coconut fiber blanket stitch-bonded between two
photodegradable nets. The top net is UV stabilized to extend the
life to two years. This product is ideal for very steep slopes.
Roll size is 8’x112.5’ per roll, 100 square yards.
CS-3 70% straw & 30% coconut fiber blanket with biodegradable netting meets Caltrans
Section 21-2.02O(4), Type A Erosion Control Blanket specification.
This is a 100% coconut/coir fiber stitch-bonded between to UV stabilized nets.
Ideal for moderate flow channels and steep slopes. A three-year
life span can be expected. Roll size is 8’x112.5’ per roll, 100
square yards.
CC-4 100% coconut fiber blanket with biodegradable netting meets Caltrans Section 21-2.02O(4), Type
B Erosion Control Blanket specification.
All of the above products may also be purchased with a biodegradable netting
configuration.
Jute Mesh
Jute Mesh is the original erosion control blanket. Jute mesh is a natural product
designed to offer short-term erosion control in low to moderate flow and
slope areas. Jute mesh is totally biodegradable, the product will
last approximately one year.
Jute Mesh meets Caltrans Section 21-2.02O(2) specification.
Manufactured from pure coir, the husk of a coconut. This product
is then woven into blankets with specific weight, strength and open
area. Coir blankets are designed to last several years on
construction sites making them one of the best products to use in
bioengineering applications.
R&G Geocoir Blankets meet Caltrans Section 21-2.02O(3) Netting specifications Type A, B & C depending on weight of
fabric. See link for full and Caltrans specifications.
Turf Reinforcement Mats
Western Excelsior PP5-8 PP5-10 & PP5-12 Turf Reinforcement Mats
Industry standard synthetic turf reinforcement blankets which are installed on top of the
ground after slope or channel preparation and seeding for an immediate
natural look. Stitched bonded top and bottom netting with
synthetic fiber filling.
Roll size is 8’x112.5’ per roll, 100 square yards. Follow these links
for more information:
Western Excelsior PP5-10 meets or exceeds the Caltrans Section 21-2.02O(5) Turf Reinforcement Mat Type A, B & C specifications.
Western Excelsior High Performance Turf Reinforcement Mats, HPTRM
Continuously woven 2nd generation TRM provides improved durability, consistency and strength compared to stitch or
melt bonded materials and offers improved resistance to hydraulically
induced shear. Follow these links for more information:
A 3D open-structure polyamide mat to prevent erosion on embankments, slopes
and river banks, canals and reservoirs.
For further information please click on one of the links above or contact us via phone or email.
