Floating Silt Curtains

Floating Silt Curtain (FSC) often referred to as Turbidity Curtains provide an effective and price sensitive system for isolating silt or other hazardous materials while working in an aquatic ecosystem.

 

A sturdy FSC filter fabric will protect aquatic environments, and protect you from costly environmental clean-up work and liability from environmental damage.

 

Standard FSC units are available in nominal heights of 7ft, 13 ft and 19 ft (2.1m, 4.0m, and 5.8m) but custom curtains can be made to accommodate any water depth. The standard FSC body is constructed of Typar 3401 filter fabric, a strong, high filtration material exclusive to Layfield. The float and bottom sleeve of the FSC are wrapped with UV stable, high strength RPE materials for durability.

 

While the standard FSC sections are constructed with international orange fabric around the float and visible above the waterline, custom colours are available.

 

FSC units are preassembled in 50 ft (15m) lengths, and connecting hardware is included with each unit so the system can be expanded to any length. FSC systems over 800 feet long have been utilized to isolate large portions of a water body. The 50 ft sections need only be connected to the desired length, weighted down with the addition of a chain or cable, and deployed into position.

 

There are many customizable options when ordering a FSC system. A solid barrier is effective in isolating water-soluble materials such as herbicides or other chemicals. A heavier filter fabric such as a woven monofilament material can be used for the body of the curtain when moderate currents or tidal forces will be encountered. Finally, the size of the flotation section can be adjusted to provide greater buoyancy to the curtain. Sufficient buoyancy is important when solid materials may adhere to the curtain and exert a downward force.