March-April 2012

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REINFORCED EARTH CO.

The Reinforced Earth Co. (RECo) has completed over 40,000 structures in the US, building a reputation for engineering excellence, architectural creativity, and an unyielding focus on quality and customer support. With more than 40 years of experience, RECo brings structural, geotechnical, and economic value to projects of all types, sizes, and complexities. The company’s experienced team of regional managers, engineers, and project managers is committed to finding the most practical and economical solutions for projects large and small, simple and complex.

http://www.reinforcedearth.com

FIBER MARKETING INTERNATIONAL INC.

Rainier Fiber is a 100% virgin wood fiber from clean, fresh-cut Western softwood chips. Fiber separation is by thermo-mechanical defibration, utilizing a high-temperature steam combined with mechanical action. This combination of clean wood chips and heat produces the best sterile and toxic-free mulch available to germinate and grow seed, stolons, and sprigs. Rainier Fiber Plus Tacifier has a high-grade organic tacifier uniformly mixed with the wood fiber. This gives stronger bonding of the fibers to the soil and increased erosion protection on slopes.  

http://www.fmisales.com

GATOR GUARD ENVIRONMENTAL PRODUCTS INC.

In today’s market, contractors need tough, lasting, effective, economical BMPs. Gator Guard wattles have five years of life expectancy, 20 times less soil loss than straw wattles, and real cost savings—even for single use. They survive tires, tracks, wind, water, and sun on several projects. Made from UV-resistant geotextile and stuffed with recycled foam, a 25-foot wattle weighs only eight pounds, including nails provided. New, larger foam pieces minimize litter from major rips. Ponding action captures more silt and clay, lowering NTUs.

http://www.gatorguard.com

 

EAST COAST EROSION BLANKETS

The GroundControl Hydromulch is the newest addition to East Coast Erosion Control’s product line. It is a patent-pending straw-and-cotton plant material mixture created to assist with erosion control. The products are developed in coordination with Cotton Inc. and have a low carbon-to-nitrogen ratio to assist with rapid and healthy vegetation. Applications include mild to steep slopes and dust control, and can be completed in one-step process. Low water-to-mulch proportion allows the end user to apply more product per tank, saving in refilling and water. The easy color-coded product guide is as simple as 1-2-3.
http://www.eastcoasterosion.com

ENVIRO-USA

Enviro-USA DOT Type 1-, 2-, and 3-Compliant Floating Turbidity Barriers, permeable as well as impermeable (as pictured), are essential for controlling and keeping silt or sediment from traveling outside of your work zone in all marine construction projects. Permeable curtains (with black filter fabric in the skirt) are ideal for allowing water to flow through while in current or tidal applications, whereas Impermeable are more commonly used for calm water applications. The skirt depth is normally based on the work zone water depth.

http://www.enviro-usa.com

FINN CORP.

Finn TRU-Mulches are produced from high-quality virgin woods for use in hydroseeding and erosion control applications. All Finn TRU-Mulch products are produced using an advanced “Double Refining” process, whereby high-pressure steam is used to soften the virgin pine and poplar wood chips before they are put through a second process that refines the wood chips into the long fibers required for effective mechanical cross-linking. All the Finn TRU-Mulch products are made from high-quality pines and poplars, and are consistent in fiber size and texture for optimal performance. The product is shipped in easy-to-handle, quick-loading, specially designed, UV-resistant 50-pound bags, and includes non-toxic green dye to aid in even application and to provide instant aesthetic appeal.

http://www.finncorp.com

WESTERN EXCELSIOR

Tackmat is an enhanced erosion control blanket manufactured by Western Excelsior.  Tackmat is available in numerous varieties, developed to provide economy and performance across the spectrum of possible applications. The photograph shows a landfill project in North Carolina where a Tackmat variety was placed along a series of steep gradient slopes (seeded prior to application) and allowed to vegetate. The vegetation established quickly, benefitting from a completely stable seedbed and nurturing mulch and resulted in a dense, healthy stand.

http://www.westernexcelsior.com

SHORESOX LLC

The Shoresox Erosion Control System provides advanced materials, research-backed filtering and buffering characteristics, patented subsurface anchoring, flexible contouring ability, and all-natural construction. Other features cited by customers include ease of installation with minimal impact to the existing landscape, since no heavy equipment is needed.

http://www.shoresox.com

VITAMIN INSTITUTE

Vitamin Institute’s SUPERthrive 50 vitamins and hormones provide erosion control to seed, plants, and trees. Dr. John A.A. Thomson, the agricultural hormones pioneer, has been making available worldwide the ability to give speedy extra life to plant material when the grounds are trying to withstand storms, wind, and water.

http://www.superthrive.com

KEYSTONE RETAINING WALL SYSTEMS

For more than 25 years, Keystone Retaining Wall Systems Inc. has set the worldwide standard for excellence and innovation within the segmental retaining wall industry. Symbolizing cutting-edge design, performance, and aesthetics for all hardscape projects, Keystone has always offered the best site solutions for governmental, commercial/industrial, recreational, public works, and residential applications. Keystone’s extensive product line offers complete wall solutions that can overcome even the most challenging site conditions and lead the industry in product performance and aesthetics.

http://www.keystonewalls.com

S&S SEEDS

The pressure is on to use plants native to our local ecosystems and adapted to limited rainfall. Architects, Land Planners, State Agencies and Homeowners throughout California are being asked to do more with less. In response, S&S Seeds and Delta Bluegrass have teamed up to develop a very attractive and sensible lineup of Native Seeded Grass Sods for commercial and residential applications. Since the early 2000s, Delta has pioneered the integration of native seeds into their sod mixes. It was, therefore, a logical next step to develop wholly Native Sods for the marketplace. S&S Seeds’ vast seed bank and Delta’s years of sod development have produced nothing short of a paradigm shift in grass options for commercial and residential lawns. Delta’s sod-growing operation in Stockton and S&S Seeds’ daily deliveries from Carpinteria mean customers can order today, the sod will be harvested tomorrow, and delivery made on the next day, assuring the freshest product and best chance for planting success.

http://www.ssseeds.com

KINCAID EQUIPMENT MANUFACTURING

Contractor Series machines are designed to meet the needs of contractors of every size.  Mechanical agitation allows the customer to mix heavy wood mulches and BFMs for the difficult grades, or paper and paper-wood blends for residential lawns. Positive-displacement-steel-geared pumps allow for easy filling from ponds or nurse tanks.  Designed for the rugged use of today’s contractors, the Kincaid AgiGator will provide years of reliable service.

http://www.kincaidequipment.com

 
PROPEX

Propex 3-D woven turf reinforcement mats (TRMs) and high-performance turf reinforcement mats (HPTRMs) feature a rugged material construction, combining superior tensile strength, flexibility, and UV stability for longer design life. Designed with X3 fiber technology that enhances faster vegetation growth, Propex woven TRMs and HPTRMs offer a cost-effective and proven, sustainable solution to traditional hard-armor methods. With the leading brands Landlok, Pyramat, and ArmorMax erosion control solutions, Propex has set the benchmark for performance to meet environmental and erosion control needs around the world.

http://www.geotextile.com

ACF ENVIRONMENTAL

SlopeShield is a specifically designed seed mixture for erosion control applications where rapid establishment and minimum maintenance of vegetation are desired. SlopeShield features “Resolute White Clover” runners, or stolons, that provide a secondary root system and energy storage for regrowth and traffic tolerance. SlopeShield is available in five mixes for different environments. SlopeShield also features a special AquaBond coating, maximizing water retention and minimizing seed slippage.

http://www.acfenvironmental.com

KING-HUGHES FASTENERS

King-Hughes manufactures the SR8G hog ring and HRP7 installation tool used in the installation of wire-backed silt fences (aka super-silt fences). Rings are galvanized to eliminate premature rusting. Rings are made of high-strength 16-gauge wire. A lightweight (less than 1 pound) installation tool allows easy operation. The rings will not degrade in sunlight like zip ties. Lower installation cost adds up to higher profits.

http://www.hogrings.com

J. W. FAIRCLOTH & SON INC.

Faircloth Skimmer surface drains float on the surface of the sediment basin as it fills and drains, releasing the cleanest water from the surface instead of draining muddy water from the bottom as conventional outlets do. The skimmer drains the basin slowly over several days at a constant rate to maximize settling. The adjustable orifice regulates the filling and drawdown of the basin and improves efficiency.

http://www.fairclothskimmer.com

DRIPS LLC

The Big Bags USA system is the fastest-deployed flood barrier. The system has proved to be a very effective cofferdam tool. Garney Construction, based in Littleton, CO, used it for a rock retaining wall job. The systems can be filled then lowered into place with a crane or large backhoe. Once the barrier is built, the customer pumps out the water and goes to work.

http://www.bigbagsusa.com

EARTH CHEM INC.

Even on very steep slopes, EarthBound successfully replaces costly erosion control blankets. Applied with seed or mulch, or applied alone for temporary soil stabilization, this technology will save time and money. EarthBound can be applied in any kind of weather, and it is active and effective immediately. EarthBound is specifically formulated to stabilize soil structure and to hold mulch in place. Field tests at the Texas Transportation Institute proved that EarthBound supports excellent vegetative growth and reduces soil erosion by 85% on 2:1 slopes. EarthBound is a superior tackifier. The long molecules that make up EarthBound provide unparalleled strength in binding paper and wood-fiber mulches to the soil. EarthBound lasts longer than other plant-based tackifiers. There is no need to reapply tackifier and mulch after a few rains.

http://www.earthchem.com

EXPRESS BLOWER INC.

Express Blower Inc. is the world’s leading manufacturer and distributor of large pneumatic blowing equipment. It is the only blower equipment built to efficiently apply soils, mulches, compost, and aggregate. Some customers view the EB equipment as their opportunity to increase profitability and expand current business. Other customers are pure entrepreneurs who see the rapid growth in the landscape, erosion control, and green-roof industries as an opportunity to capitalize with this unique service. Whatever the business plan, Express Blower Inc. has the equipment to fit and the expertise to help bring the customer’s plan to life.

http://www.expressblower.com