ECTC - Erosion Control Technology Council

ECTC - HECP Installation
Demonstrating the “Tower Technique” of hydraulic erosion control product (HECP) installation

The Erosion Control Technology Council (ECTC) has published a comprehensive General Usage and Installation Guideline for Hydraulic Erosion Control Products (HECPs). This guideline is the result of consensus amongst leading manufacturers of HECPs in the industry and is designed to satisfy the needs of engineers, designers and other end-users of these products. The guideline may be used as a specification by regulatory agencies on proper installation techniques.
From the Guide:

“The two primary goals when using HECPs are erosion control and vegetation establishment. HECPs can provide immediate erosion protection while creating an environment that assists in accelerating seed germination and plant growth. Vegetation then provides the long-term erosion protection while improving site aesthetics and acting as a filter to prevent sediment and other undesirable storm water constituents from entering receiving water bodies.
“This document will give the user step-by-step instructions for effective HECP installations.”

For more information regarding the ECTC General Usage and Installation Guidelines for Hydraulic Erosion Control Products (HECPs), contact Laurie Honnigford or go to www.ECTC.org.

ABOUT ECTC

Established in 1992, the Erosion Control Technology Council (ECTC) has set its mission to be the recognized industry authority in the development of standards, testing, and installation techniques for rolled erosion control products (RECPs), hydraulic erosion control products (HECPs) and sediment retention fiber rolls (SRFRs). ECTC promotes the use of RECPs, HECPs and SRFRs through education and industry leadership, and assists specifying agencies, engineers, designers and other interested individuals and organizations in the proper application of products and establishment of testing standards.

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