American Excelsior – 8’ x 112.5’ Premier Straw – Single Fiber Jute Net

AEC Premier Straw Erosion Control Blankets provide superior protection for grass seed and topsoil during germination and early revegetation. Designed for erosion control on slopes, embankments, and waterways, these blankets ensure optimal soil stabilization while supporting plant growth.

Key Features:

• Made from high-quality agricultural straw fibers for effective erosion control
• Available with biodegradable, photodegradable, and UV-resistant netting options
• Lightweight and easy to install with single or double net configurations
• Ideal for slopes, ditches, highways, and environmentally sensitive areas
• Enhances seed germination and root development for long-term stability

Applications:

• Highway slopes, embankments, and ditch bottoms
• Utility right-of-ways and construction sites
• Golf course fairways, roughs, and waterways
• Residential, commercial, and industrial developments
• Urban drainage channels, stream banks, and waterways

• Shear Stress Rating: Up to 1.55 lb/ft² (74 Pa) for single net, 1.75 lb/ft² (84 Pa) for double net
• Recommended Slope Use: Effective on slopes up to 3H:1V
• Netting Types: Green plastic for UV resistance, QuickMow™ for rapid breakdown, and FibreNet™ for 100% biodegradability
• Roll Dimensions: 8 ft x 112.5 ft (100 yd²) and 16 ft x 112.5 ft (200 yd²)
• Weight: 0.50 lb/yd² (0.27 kg/m²) based on dry fiber weight
• Water Absorption: 398% (ASTM D 1117/ECTC)

Installation Guidelines:

• Ensure seedbed is properly graded, compacted, and free of debris before installation
• Roll out blankets flat, smooth, and without stretching
• For slopes, install vertically with overlapping edges secured by staples
• For channels, align with water flow and overlap adjoining blankets away from the center
• Secure with staples in a staggered pattern at overlaps and terminations

Storage & Disposal:

• Store in original packaging away from moisture and extended UV exposure
• Dispose of used blankets in accordance with local regulations