River Booming for Oil Recovery

BoomVane™, fueled only by the water’s current, can tow a boom from the shore without boats or anchors, making oil spill recovery faster and less expensive.

Jan 7, 2013
BoomVane™, fueled only by the water’s current, can tow a boom from the shore without boats or anchors, making oil spill recovery faster and less expensive.
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