FlexTran Silt Sock
The Most Versatile Erosion Control Product for Any Jobsite
Silt socks are tubular-shaped erosion and sediment control devices comprised of a fabric exterior filled with our special, all-natural wood fiber. The wood based material used in the sock is an environmentally safe, biodegradable and compostable.
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The Most Versatile Erosion Control Product for Any Jobsite
FlexTran Cost Effective
Silt Socks are a filter fabric sock typically filled with wood chips or compost.
Certified & Approved
DOTs, City & County Stormwater, EPA
Filter Flow Certified
Our Silt Socks allow water to flow through at a controlled rate while trapping sediment. This is accomplished by a filter fabric filled with organic material. The design of the sock provides intimate contact with the ground preventing water from flowing underneath.
Easy Install
Filled socks may be used as an alternative to silt fence in many areas. No Trenching required.
Green Product
FlexTran's socks are filled with 100% recycled material. This filler is inert, free of seed, low in moisture content and incredibly environmentally friendly.
Better Site Access
The sock is an effective erosion control device with a lower profile making your project easier to access and more aesthetically pleasing.
Low Maintenance & Reusable
Many contractors are getting multiple uses out of the product. Smaller diameters can be moved from one job site to another if treated properly.
Shippable
Any quantity of filled Sock is palletized and ready to ship to your projects location.
Colors
Original Black, Safety Green, Hight Viz Orange
Sock Lengths
5, 10, 12, 20, 50, 100, 150 Linear Feet (custom sizes available)
Diameters
6", 8", 9", 12", 18", 24"
Job Sites Depending on FlexTran Silt Sock
- Commercial Construction
- Residential Building
- Highway Work
- Land Development
- Agriculture Runoff Control
Use FlexTran Silt Sock for
- Safe & Neat Job Sites
- Keep mud & dirt out of streets and inlets
- Erosion & Sediment Control
- Comply with local, state & federal laws
- Environmental Stewardship
- Show that your company is protecting your communities water ways
- Improve Sales & Your Company Image
- People do business with companies who are safe, neat and environmentally conscious.
Maintenance
Silt Sock is the most versatile & effective erosion control device for most job sites!
Residential Developers…Ask Your Sales Team if They Prefer the use of Silt Sock?
The following conditions require maintenance:
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Deformation due to drive-over or dragging
Action required: Re-contour by hand if applicable. If not, see applicable repair methods below. -
Sock rolling due to hydraulic force
Action required: Reposition and stake. -
Loss of ground contact
Action required: Fill in depressions and back-grout with chips from damaged section. -
Sediment accumulation of 1/2 sock height
Action required: Remove by hand or install a second row of sock positioned on top of or up slope of the original sock.
The following silt sock conditions require repair:
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Holes, rips or tears of the sock
Action required: Small holes or narrow rips shorter than 12 inches may be stitched closed using plastic zip-ties. Tears longer than 12 inches require the sock be replaced. -
Pinch or localized diameter reduction of more than ½ the original diameter
Action required: Install new section of sock up slope of the damaged section.
The Silt Sock is an effective erosion control device. Its success relies on proper installation and maintenance.
City Government
DOTs
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Maintaining a neat and organized construction zone in our residential developments is important for property values safely and efficiency. Silt Sock helps us achieve these goals and is easy to use and move around as needed.
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Filter Flow Certified
Level 4
FlexTran Silt Sock allows water flow through at a rate of 8-10 gallons/min/LF while stopping up to 80% of unsuspended + suspended sediment. This is the premium Rating + suggested filter type for use with the FlexTran Apllied Polymers System.