Bluemont® Rock Bags – Stronger, Last Longer
Rock Bags, also known as filter units, are an erosion prevention solution made in Japan by Kyowa and are recognized globally. Created in 1969 in Japan, these Rock Bags were first used to protect the foundations of the Akashi-Kaikyo Bridge and tackle scour.
From then on, many other similar projects worldwide used filter units. Nowadays, this is one of the best techniques for land management and erosion prevention.
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Specifications of Rock Filter Units
If you need Rock Bags for projects in your local area, you have come to the right place. Bluemont is the leading supplier of Rock Bags for Australia, New Zealand, and the Pacific Islands. For technical information related to this innovative solution, please contact us.
It’s important to read and understand the specifications of filter units very well. This guide includes all the necessary details such as features and design of the material, application standards, uses of Rock Bags, available sizes, accessories, and deployment methods. It will also help you assess if they are the ideal product for your project. You can download the specs guide below.
Instructions for Preparing Rock Filter Units
The instruction manual details the correct method of filling and deploying Rock Bags for erosion prevention. While the synthetic net bag is very sturdy and built to withstand a heavy load, excessive weight can break them. The filter unit has to be produced adhering to the specified quantity or weight of rocks. So, make sure you read the instructions on the selection of filling materials and proper handling of the production frame. You can download the instruction manual below.
Rock Bags Certifications
How are we so sure that soil erosion can be prevented by Rock Bags? The answer is years and years of testing and application on different sites. Below is a list of certifications and approvals that prove the efficacy of these erosion bags. You can use them for your project without a second thought!
- 1995, 1998, 2000 & 2004 Certificate of Technical Testing awarded by the Public Works Research Institute (Japanese national testing body)
- 2004 Kyowa Co. Ltd achieves ISO 14001 Certification
- 2004 the Ecogreen type is awarded the “Ecomark” label
- Since 1996, Filter Units have been part of the equipment used by the Japanese Civil Defence forces
- 2008 Filter Unit achieves CE labelling for seven types of products
- 2011 Filter Unit achieves CE labelling for four types of products
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Check some of the Rock bag projects completed in Australia and New Zealand, click to Projects.
If you need Rock Bags for soil erosion prevention in your area, contact us via +61 2 9091 0360 or sale@avjenvironmental.com today!
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