In the event of an oil spill, the first 60 minutes—the "Golden Hour"—determine the extent of the environmental damage and the financial liability. For busy terminals in Santos (Brazil), San Antonio (Chile), or the Panama Canal zone, operators need equipment that moves as fast as they do.

Bulky, solid-float booms often require heavy machinery and large trucks to transport. In contrast, the PVC Fence Boom (Flat Float Boom) is the industry standard for rapid response. Engineered by JXY, this boom offers the perfect balance between compact storage volume and immediate deployment capability, making it the primary choice for Oil Spill Response Organizations (OSROs) and first responders across Latin America.

2. Why "Fence Booms" dominate the Emergency Sector

The Fence Boom gets its name from its vertical, fence-like appearance in the water, but its real secret lies in its construction:

• Accordion Fold Technology: Unlike cylindrical booms, Fence Booms utilize flat, rectangular closed-cell foam floats. This allows the entire boom to fold flat onto itself, like an accordion.
• The Logistics Advantage (Crucial for LATAM): Shipping costs from Asia to South America are a major factor in procurement.
• Comparison: A standard 20ft container might hold 300m of solid float boom.
• Fence Boom: That same container can hold up to 1,500m - 2,000m of Fence Boom.
• Result: You slash your freight cost per meter by over 70%, making this the most economical choice for large-scale stockpiling.
• Truck-Ready Mobility: In emergencies, you don't always have a semi-trailer. A deployment crate of Fence Boom fits easily into the back of a standard pickup truck (like a Toyota Hilux, widely used in LATAM), allowing access to remote riverbanks or crowded marina docks.

3. Technical Specifications: Built by JXY (Est. 2004)

We don’t just sell booms; we manufacture them to withstand the rigorous demands of marine environments.

• Fabric: High-visibility Orange PVC-coated Polyester fabric (750gsm to 900gsm).

Why it matters: It provides excellent resistance to UV radiation (critical for the tropical sun in Brazil/Colombia), oil, and chemical dispersants.

• Vertical Stiffeners: To keep the boom upright in the water (freeboard) and prevent it from laying flat, we insert Glass Fiber Rods (FRP) into sealed pockets at regular intervals. These are lightweight yet stiff, ensuring the boom maintains its "fence" shape even in currents.
• Ballast System: Hot-dip galvanized steel chain enclosed in a double-layer fabric pocket. This serves two purposes: it acts as a tension member and keeps the skirt vertical to block oil underwater.
• Connectors: Standard supply includes ASTM Z-Connectors (Marine Grade Aluminum).

Compatibility: These connect seamlessly with other major international brands, ensuring our boom integrates perfectly with your existing OSRO inventory.

4. Strategic Applications: Best Use Cases

While not designed for rough open oceans, the PVC Fence Boom is the "Swiss Army Knife" for calm waters:

• Port Bunkering Operations (Fueling): Before a ship takes on fuel, regulations often require a boom to be deployed around the hull. Fence booms are lightweight enough for a crew of two to deploy manually from a workboat in minutes.
• Emergency Trailer Kits: OSROs in Peru and Argentina often keep these booms pre-packed in "Response Trailers" alongside skimmers and absorbents, ready to roll at a moment's notice.
• Industrial Water Outlets: Factories located on rivers use these as a permanent or semi-permanent barrier to prevent accidental discharge from reaching the main waterway.

5. Deployment & Recovery: Operational Guide

Deployment:

• No Inflation Needed: Unlike inflatable booms, there are no air compressors to set up or fail.
• Pull and Go: Simply tow the boom out of its crate or reel. It naturally expands and floats immediately.
• Speed: 200 meters can be deployed in under 10 minutes by a small team.
• Recovery & Cleaning: The flat surface of the Fence Boom makes it significantly easier to clean than round booms. Oil spills can be pressure-washed off the flat PVC fabric quickly, and the boom can be refolded into its crate for the next emergency.