Manufactured containment booms
Manufactured spill response booms are devices designed to contain, deflect or absorb spills of pollutants (oil or chemicals) in aquatic environments. They are exposed to physical constraints (tractive forces during towing, strong currents, etc.) and chemical constraints (exposure to pollutants)
Standardised tests
Aims
Assess the mechanical properties of spill response booms (tensile strength of the boom structure or fabric)
Location
CEDRE:
- Laboratory
CEDRE's Partner
Duration
Approximately 1 to 2 days per test
Standards
Protocol based on standards:
- NF EN ISO 1421
- ASTM F1093
Custom tests
Aims
Assess and compare booms using test benches and protocols specifically designed to meet the client's needs
Example of tests:
- Assessment of the chemical compatibility of boom fabrics
- Assessment of the containment capacity in the case of a floating pollutant
Location
CEDRE:
- Laboratory
- Technical facilities
Natural environment
Industrial site
Products
- Oil
- Chemicals
Duration
Depends on protocol
Standards
Custom protocol designed according to client's needs
Deployment tests
Aims
Appraisal of the feasibility of boom deployment and storage, as well as their capacity to protect sensitive sites
Location
- Natural environment
- Industrial site
Products
Spill simulant
Duration
Approximately 1 to 2 days
Standards
Deployment based on client's needs