Stop erosion and reduce runoff at construction sites and surrounding areas
Erosion is a common challenge on construction sites. Without grass, bushes, trees or other vegetation to anchor the soil, running rainwater can very quickly cut its way through open areas taking the soil with it.
The UltraTech Erosion Guard is a compact, instantly deployable sediment control device designed to reduce water runoff velocity and trap silt in drainage ditches, gullies, storm channels, and slopes on Irish construction sites. Unlike traditional straw wattle check dams or sandbag barriers, the Erosion Guard requires no post-digging, no trenching, and no staking heavy-duty steel springs instantly expand the unit when released, and a polypropylene skirt holds it firmly in place. Units clip together for extended coverage. SSI Environmental supply the UltraTech Erosion Guard throughout Ireland for same-week delivery.
Product Specifications
| Feature | Specification |
| Fabric | 100% green polyester mesh (flow velocity reduction + silt retention) |
| Frame | Heavy-duty galvanised steel springs (instant self-expansion) |
| Skirt Material | Black polypropylene (holds unit in place weighted with soil/rocks/stakes) |
| Installation | No digging or trenching required deploy in under 2 minutes |
| Interconnection | Clip-together design for extended ditch coverage |
| Applications | Ditches, gullies, storm channels, check dams, slopes, construction sites |
| Reusability | Reusable across multiple sites after cleaning |
| Country of Origin | UltraTech International USA manufactured |
Erosion Guard vs Traditional Check Dams
| Erosion Guard | Straw Wattle | Sandbag Dam | |
| Install Time | ≤ 2 min, no tools | 10–20 min + staking | 20–30 min |
| Digging Required | No | Yes (anchor trench) | No |
| Reusable | Yes | No (degrades) | Limited |
| Compact Storage | Yes compressed spring | Bulky rolls | Heavy / bulky |
| Extendable | Yes clip together | No | Manual stacking only |
| Suitable for Slopes | Yes | Yes | No |
Irish Site Applications
- Motorway and national road construction drainage management
- Wind farm access road erosion control (OPW / DHLGH planning conditions)
- Housing development site perimeter drainage
- Forestry harvesting site run-off control
- Quarry and mineral extraction site sediment management
- Temporary emergency deployment after storm events
Ultra-Erosion Guard
The Ultra-Erosion Guard was designed to prevent this. By placing the unit in ditches, gullies and other areas where water has the potential to drain through, the Erosion Guard reduces the water’s velocity and filters out sand and sediment, keeping it in place and preventing it from getting washed away.
Key Features:
- Lightweight, compact silt control device – easily stored and transported.
- Heavy-duty steel springs instantly expand when needed.
- 100% polyester fabric (green mesh) reduces runoff flow velocity and retains silt.
- Durable polypropylene (black skirt) helps hold the unit in place with dirt, rocks, or stakes.
- Quick and easy installation – no post digging or trenching required.
- Versatile – units can be clipped together to create longer lengths as needed.
- Applications include: construction site erosion control, storm channels, check dams, ditches and silt control on slopes.
F.A.Q.
Question 1.
Q.: What is the UltraTech Erosion Guard and how does it work? A.: The UltraTech Erosion Guard is a sediment control device that helps prevent soil erosion by reducing water flow velocity and filtering out sediment. It is placed in areas like ditches and gullies to stabilize the soil and keep sand and sediment in place.
Question 2.
Q.: What are the main features of the UltraTech Erosion Guard? A.: Key features include its lightweight, compact design, durable polyester fabric, easy installation with no digging required, and its ability to be clipped together for extended lengths. It is suitable for various applications including construction sites and storm channels.
Question 3.
Q.: How is the UltraTech Erosion Guard installed? A.: Installation is simple: place the guard where water flows, let it expand using its steel springs, and secure it with dirt, rocks, or stakes if needed. No digging or trenching is required.
Question 4.
Q.: When should the UltraTech Erosion Guard be used? A.: Use the Erosion Guard at construction sites, in storm channels, check dams, or on slopes to control erosion and manage sediment. It’s effective wherever water runoff and soil stabilization are concerns.
Q: What is the UltraTech Erosion Guard and what does it do?
A: The UltraTech Erosion Guard is a pre-compressed, spring-loaded sediment control device. When deployed in a drainage ditch, gully, or slope, it expands automatically to create a temporary check dam. The polyester mesh reduces water velocity, causing suspended silt and sediment to settle out before the water continues downstream.
Q: How do you install the Erosion Guard?
A: Simply place the unit in the ditch or channel and release the compressed spring. It expands to fill the channel width. Push the polypropylene skirt edges into the soil or weigh down with stones or timber stakes for additional security. No digging, trenching, or tools required. Multiple units clip together for longer ditches.
Q: Can Erosion Guards be reused on multiple sites?
A: Yes. After use, the unit is cleaned and re-compressed for storage and reuse. The galvanised steel spring frame maintains functionality across multiple deployments.
Q: What gradient of slope can the Erosion Guard be used on?
A: The Erosion Guard is effective on slopes up to approximately 1:3 (33%) in drainage channels and ditches. On steeper slopes, supplementary staking is recommended. Contact SSI Environmental for site-specific advice.
Q: How does the Erosion Guard comply with Irish EPA requirements?
A: Irish EPA Pollution Prevention Guidelines for Construction Activities require contractors to implement appropriate sediment control measures to prevent silt-laden runoff leaving the site. The Erosion Guard is a recognised check dam product that satisfies these requirements when properly installed and maintained.
To enquire about this product – call us on 01 8665676 / 087-9367065 or contact us here