PyroBoom^® has been demonstrated to maintain its effectiveness and structural continuity even after exposure to a 2400 °F fire for up to 24 hours. Operationally, PyroBoom^® exhibits the toughness and durability that are the trademarks of its siblings, Globe-Boom^® and Oilfence ^TM.

PyroBoom* is a solid flotation barrier that combines a unique wire reinforced refractory fabric for the above surface barrier with conventional GlobeBoom^® fabric for the skirt. The glass foam filled, steel hemispheres are mechanically attached to the barrier. The modular construction allows for easy salvage, maintenance and repair in the field.

Operationally, PyroBoom^® behaves like GlobeBoom^®. It has been demonstrated to maintain freeboard and stability when towed in a "U" configuration at speeds up to 3 knots. The high strength and impact resistant materials allow for rough handling and continued flexing under load. No special handling equipment is required other than the lifting and tugging hardware normally found on OSRV's. Handles, lift and tow points and bridle attachments are all included in the normal PyroBoom^® layout.

Boom^® guide-boom, a PyroBoom^® "U" configuration sweep assembly with wire cross bridles and a steel storage kit with retrieval windlass. The whole system can also be stored on a reel, if desired, with a total deck foot print of about 9' x 20' for either configuration.

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