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Permanent Erosion Control Blankets Permanent erosion control blankets provide the longest-term solution available. While the matrix may decompose, the blankets are designed not to break down at all.

American Excelsior's patented Curlex® fibers are made from 100% Great Lakes Aspen wood fibers. The end of each wood fiber is curled and barbed which distinguishes it from the flat straw fiber. The curled wood fibers interlock with each other and with the soil to create an intimate connection.

Rolled erosion control products (RECPs) consist of prefabricated blankets or netting which are formed from both natural and synthetic materials.

Temporary and permanent erosion control blankets made from natural and synthetic materials protect the landscape and prevent soil erosion. The erosion control blankets are preformed carpets that can be rolled out on the landscape. That is why they are also known as Rolled Erosion Control Products (RECPs).

Erosion control materials are used to build structures for wind and water erosion control. The most common structures are blankets, rolls and fences. Erosion control blankets are usually woven forms made of one or more materials. They are used to cover soil and protect it from wind and water movements.

For heavy erosion in areas of concentrated flow, the most effective solutions are check dams or terraces. Replant Vegetation Suited to Site Conditions. Well-established vegetation can stabilize the soil in cases of light erosion. ... Footpaths with Exposed Soil: Cover with Mulch or Gravel. ... Terraces. ... Build Check Dams.

The HPTRM is our strongest product, capable of protecting soil and vegetation from erosion on steep slopes or high water flow areas. HPTRMs have the greatest durability and can withstand high impact from water forces and natural disasters. HPTRMs are effective on steep hills and can be used to support 0.5:1 slopes.