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New trends in erosion and sediment control devices
April 1st, 2025
Figure 1 Pin installation. Photo courtesy of Gripple. Recent advancements in the erosion and sediment control industry have provided users with a wider range of innovative options to stabilize and manage soil effectively. These trends reflect a shift toward improved performance, sustainability and adaptability to challenging environments. Rolled erosion control products (RECPs): Alternative staple design […]
ECTC has installation tools ready for use
October 1st, 2024
Figure 1 Screen shot of ECTC’s website showing where installation videos are housed. Figure courtesy of ECTC. Proper installation is key to all erosion and sediment control products. The Erosion Control Technology Council (ECTC) has installation guidance tools for various product technologies. ECTC is a leading industry organization home to top manufacturers of erosion and […]
ECTC members ‘cover’ geosynthetic applications with TRMs
July 1st, 2024
FIGURE 1 Turf reinforcement mats (TRMs) in a high flow channel with sediment caught in the mat after the first few flow events. Photo courtesy of ECTC. The Erosion Control Technology Council (ECTC) is a leading industry organization home to top manufacturers of erosion and sediment control products, component suppliers, material distributors and test laboratories. […]
ECTC appoints executive director
June 4th, 2024
The Erosion Control Technology Council (ECTC) announces the appointment of Diane Smith as its new executive director. With over 20 years of experience in the erosion control industry, Diane brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise to the role. Diane Smith Before the company’s acquisition in 2021, she served as president of East Coast Erosion […]
ECTC-A sustaibnable industry group for over 30 years
April 1st, 2024
ECTC members at last in-person meeting in Greenville, S.C. Photo courtesy of ECTC. The Erosion Control Technology Council (ECTC) was formed in 1992 with a focus on Rolled Erosion Control Products (RECPs). Over the past 32 years the group has changed and adjusted to the times. Many say ECTC is a sustainable industry group. This […]
ASTM updates D7322
February 23rd, 2024
ASTM International recently announced the approved revision of ASTM D7322, Standard Test Method for Determination of Erosion Control Product (ECP) Ability to Encourage Seed Germination and Plant Growth Under Bench-Scale Conditions. This standard is used widely throughout the sediment and erosion control industry. The standard should inform end users if a product is found to […]
Fall Lobby Days 2023
February 1st, 2024
GMA’s Fall 2023 Lobby Days coincided with the end (November 17) of the first 2023 continuing resolution (CR) that was passed in September ’23 to prevent a shutdown of the U.S. federal government. We were anticipating an exciting week in Washington, D.C., but as we gathered for our preparation meeting the evening before our day […]
Wildlife and environmentally friendly RECPs
February 1st, 2024
FIGURE 1 (TOP) Excelsior RECP with natural, biodegradable, wildlife, and environmentally friendly lightly woven jute netting installed across a bio-sensitive floodplain. Wildlife and environmentally friendly rolled erosion control products (RECPs) have been a focus of the Erosion Control Technology Council (ECTC) for decades and will continue to be. ECTC is a leading industry organization and […]
Mining and erosion control
August 1st, 2023
Erosion control, sediment control, revegetation and dewatering activities are common at mining sites. The Erosion Control Technology Council (ECTC) is a leading industry organization home to top manufacturers of erosion and sediment control products, component suppliers, material distributors and test laboratories. ECTC members are dedicated to advancing the knowledge, experience and expertise of erosion and […]
Sustainability comes natural to the erosion and sediment control industry
April 1st, 2023
Sustainable materials are the central part of the erosion control industry and the Erosion Control Technology Council (ECTC). ECTC is a leading industry organization home to top manufacturers of erosion and sediment control products, component suppliers, material distributors and test laboratories. ECTC members are dedicated to advancing the knowledge, experience and expertise of erosion and […]