P R E M I E R M A N U F A C T U R E R O F E R O S I O N C O N T R O L P R O D U C T ST E M P O R A R Y | E X T E N D E D | P E R M A N E N T | S E D I M E N T C O N T R O L

BLANKETING NATURE WITH NATURE

C O R P O R A T E H E A D Q U A R T E R S

4505 E. Boonville-New Harmony Rd. Evansville, IN 47725 866.540.9810 www.westernexcelsior.com

Slope Application

Channel Application

≤1:1

(H:V)

≤1.5:1(H:V)

≤2:1

(H:V)

≤3:1

(H:V)

ULTRA SHORT-TERM45-90 Days

TEMPORARY≤12 Months

EXTENDED-TERM12-36 Months

PERMANENT≥36 Months

ULTRA SHORT-TERM45-90 Days

TEMPORARY≤12 Months

EXTENDED-TERM12-36 Months

PERMANENT≥36 Months

SHEARSTRESS

MAXIMUMSLOPE GRADIENT

VELOCITY

EXCEL SS-2 RegularEXCEL SS-2 All Natural

EXCEL S-2 RegularEXCEL S-2 All Natural™

EXCEL SR-1 RegularEXCEL SR-1 All Natural

EXCEL R-1 RegularEXCEL R-1 All Natural

EXCEL SR-1 RegularEXCEL SR-1 All Natural

EXCEL R-1 RegularEXCEL R-1 All Natural

EXCEL CC-4 RegularEXCEL CC-4 All Natural

EXCEL SD-3 RegularEXCEL S-2 All Natural

EXCEL CC-4 RegularEXCEL CC-4 All Natural

EXCEL SD-3 RegularEXCEL S-2 All Natural

EXCEL CC-4 RegularEXCEL CC-4 All Natural

EXCEL SD-3 RegularEXCEL S-2 All Natural

EXCEL R-1 Rapid-Go

EXCEL SR-1 Rapid-Go

EXCEL S-2 Rapid-Go™

EXCEL SS-2 Rapid-Go

EXCEL S-2 Rapid-Go

EXCEL PP5-12

EXCEL PP5-10

EXCEL PP5-10

EXCEL PP5-10

EXCEL PP5-8

EXCEL SS-2 Rapid-Go

EXCEL S-2 Rapid-Go

EXCEL SR-1 Rapid-Go

EXCEL R-1 Rapid-Go

EXCEL S-2 Regular

EXCEL S-2 All Natural

EXCEL CC-4 All NaturalEXCEL SD-3 Regular

EXCEL SS-2 Regular

EXCEL SS-2 All Natural

EXCEL CS-3 Regular

EXCEL CS-3 All Natural

EXCEL CC-4 Regular

EXCEL CC-4 All Natural

EXCEL PP5-10

EXCEL PP5-12

EXCEL SD-3 Regular

EXCEL S-2 All Natural

EXCEL CS-3 Regular

EXCEL CS-3 All Natural

EXCEL PP5-10

EXCEL PP5-10

EXCEL PP5-8

≤2.8psf

≤9.0ft/s

≤2.3psf

≤8.0ft/s

≤2.0psf

≤7.0ft/s

≤1.8psf

≤6.0ft/s

≤1.5psf

≤5.0ft/s

Product application thresholds shown herein depict typical situations. Each product realizes unique performance thresholds. Additional factors must be considered fordetailed or atypical field use. Consult Western Excelsior product installation documents for details in determining product performance or specification of RECPmaterials. Contact Western Excelsior Technical Support for more information at 1-800-967-4009.

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C O N T E N T S

Common Erosion Problems. . . . . . . 2

Erosion Control Regulation. . . . . . . 2

Why use an erosion control blanket? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Environmental Benefitsof Erosion Control. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Blanket Types

Temporary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-6

Extended-Term. . . . . . . . . . . 7-8

Permanent . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-10

Slope Installation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Channel Installation. . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Sediment Retention and Mulches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Quality Assurance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Slope and ChannelApplication Guides. . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

“A nation that destroys its soils, destroys itself.”— U.S. President Franklin D. Roosevelt, 1937

Common Erosion Problems

Billions of dollars are spent each year to manage the effects of erosion. Slopes are washed away by storm water runoff, channels are filled withsediment, shorelines can be altered forever and topsoil can be lost to harvests.Designers, specifiers and installers can prevent much of this destruction byusing the latest developments in erosion control. Western Excelsior provides the products and expertise landowners, contractors and government agenciesneed to protect natural resources from land and soil loss. Western Excelsiorsolutions save many natural resources, save time and save money.

The impact of erosion on the environment can be serious andpotentially irreversible. Our landscape, water sources, agriculturalresources and wildlife can all be affected by the devastation.

In March 2003, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency implemented Phase IIof the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES). Currently, theregulations apply to virtually all construction activities. Any construction site of one acre or more must comply with the Phase II regulations. NPDESrequirements pertain to simple erosion control on slopes, drainage channels,shorelines and the control of sediment.

State and local officials also regulate the control and release of in-situ soilmaterial. Western Excelsior is approved for use in virtually every state and for all types of projects.

Erosion Control Regulation

Western Excelsior has the expertise to aid in compliance with NPDES andother regulations. Further, Western Excelsior manufactures the productsnecessary to fulfill the requirements for any erosion problems contractors,designers and specifiers face.

Best of all, Western Excelsior solutions are complete and cost effective.

Western Excelsior is the only single-source supplier of EXCELsior,straw, straw/coconut, 100% coconut, geo-composites and 100%synthetic erosion control blankets and mats.

Blanketing Nature with Nature

Western Excelsior manufacturing facilities are located in Mancos, Colorado,Macon, Georgia, and the corporate offices are located in Evansville, Indiana.Western Excelsior maintains an extensive network of distributors with officesfrom coast to coast.

Utilizing timber harvested from logging initiatives aimed at dramaticallyreducing forest fires in the Rocky Mountains, Western Excelsior has beenmanufacturing machine-produced excelsior since 1977. Our products areengineered to provide maximum ecological stewardship while delivering thebest value for our customers.

Western Excelsior is a proud member of theInternational Erosion Control Association (IECA) and an active member and supporter of the Erosion Control Technology Council (ECTC).

Western Excelsior provides the ultimate partnership between nature and technology, using natural resources engineered to preserve our natural landscapes—”Blanketing Nature with Nature.”

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C O N T E N T S

Common Erosion Problems. . . . . . . 2

Erosion Control Regulation. . . . . . . 2

Why use an erosion control blanket? . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Environmental Benefitsof Erosion Control. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3

Blanket Types

Temporary . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-6

Extended-Term. . . . . . . . . . . 7-8

Permanent . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9-10

Slope Installation. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11

Channel Installation. . . . . . . . . . . . 12

Sediment Retention and Mulches . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13

Quality Assurance. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14

Slope and ChannelApplication Guides. . . . . . . . . . . . . 15

“A nation that destroys its soils, destroys itself.”— U.S. President Franklin D. Roosevelt, 1937

Common Erosion Problems

Billions of dollars are spent each year to manage the effects of erosion. Slopes are washed away by storm water runoff, channels are filled withsediment, shorelines can be altered forever and topsoil can be lost to harvests.Designers, specifiers and installers can prevent much of this destruction byusing the latest developments in erosion control. Western Excelsior provides the products and expertise landowners, contractors and government agenciesneed to protect natural resources from land and soil loss. Western Excelsiorsolutions save many natural resources, save time and save money.

The impact of erosion on the environment can be serious andpotentially irreversible. Our landscape, water sources, agriculturalresources and wildlife can all be affected by the devastation.

In March 2003, the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency implemented Phase IIof the National Pollutant Discharge Elimination System (NPDES). Currently, theregulations apply to virtually all construction activities. Any construction site of one acre or more must comply with the Phase II regulations. NPDESrequirements pertain to simple erosion control on slopes, drainage channels,shorelines and the control of sediment.

State and local officials also regulate the control and release of in-situ soilmaterial. Western Excelsior is approved for use in virtually every state and for all types of projects.

Erosion Control Regulation

Western Excelsior has the expertise to aid in compliance with NPDES andother regulations. Further, Western Excelsior manufactures the productsnecessary to fulfill the requirements for any erosion problems contractors,designers and specifiers face.

Best of all, Western Excelsior solutions are complete and cost effective.

Western Excelsior is the only single-source supplier of EXCELsior,straw, straw/coconut, 100% coconut, geo-composites and 100%synthetic erosion control blankets and mats.

Blanketing Nature with Nature

Western Excelsior manufacturing facilities are located in Mancos, Colorado,Macon, Georgia, and the corporate offices are located in Evansville, Indiana.Western Excelsior maintains an extensive network of distributors with officesfrom coast to coast.

Utilizing timber harvested from logging initiatives aimed at dramaticallyreducing forest fires in the Rocky Mountains, Western Excelsior has beenmanufacturing machine-produced excelsior since 1977. Our products areengineered to provide maximum ecological stewardship while delivering thebest value for our customers.

Western Excelsior is a proud member of theInternational Erosion Control Association (IECA) and an active member and supporter of the Erosion Control Technology Council (ECTC).

Western Excelsior provides the ultimate partnership between nature and technology, using natural resources engineered to preserve our natural landscapes—”Blanketing Nature with Nature.”

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RAPID-GOREGULAR ALL NATURAL

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Accelerated global soil erosion decimates 12 to 15 million acres of land per year, and the costs to society are immeasurable.

WESTERN EXCELSIOR’s erosion control products are specificallyengineered to lessen the impact of soil erosion due to wind or waterand provide a mulching layer for the establishment of vegetation.

Why use an erosion control blanket?

W E S T E R N E X C E L S I O R E R O S I O N C O N T R O L B L A N K E T P R O D U C T S

TEMPORARY STRAW

EXCEL SR-1TM

[SINGLE NET STRAW BLANKETS]

RAPID-GOTMREGULAR ALL NATURALTM

EXCEL SS-2TM

[DOUBLE NET STRAW BLANKETS]

High-Altitude Rocky Mountain Aspen yield anoutstanding excelsior for this purpose. Typically harvested from elevations over 8,000 feet and in a semi-arid climate, Rocky Mountain Aspen-producedexcelsior consists of strong, durable and absorbent fibers.

Use of excelsior as erosion and sediment control completesthe cycle from harvesting to re-growth. Recycling natural components in the establishment of newvegetation to mitigate erosion results is the highest form of environmental stewardship.

Environmental Benefits of Erosion Control

Erosion is a naturally occurring process on all lands, witheffects ranging from topsoil degradation to gullies andshoreline degeneration. Soil erosion can developpractically unnoticed, over time, or it can occur at analarming rate, with potentially catastrophic consequences.

A Rolled Erosion Control Product (RECP) is a matrixconsisting of various organic or inorganic materialsconfined by netting, stitching and/or geo-composites.When properly placed, RECPs prevent loss of soil and aid in the establishment of healthy vegetation, to prevent erosion in the future.

Western Excelsior products areengineered to control erosion onslopes, drainage channels andshorelines; establish vegetation in bareareas; reinforce the stems and roots ofvegetation; and control the release of

sediment into streams, lakes and rivers. Western Excelsiorproducts are engineered to provide variable longevity,allowing for degradation quickly after placement, or apermanent presence. All Western Excelsior products serveas a mulching layer and the EXCEL PP5 series of TurfReinforcement Mats provide permanent enhancement ofvegetation stability.

For more information about erosion control, visit the The Erosion Control Technology Council (ECTC) Web siteat www.ectc.org.

NETTINGS

REGULAR

RAPID-GO

ALL NATURAL

– UV stabilized synthetic, degrades in approximately 12 months

– Rapid photodegradable synthetic, degrades in 45-90 days

– Jute/scrim, degrades entirely biologically

Matrix Straw Straw Straw% Content 100% 100% 100%Widths Narrow: 7.5 ft (2.3 m) Narrow: 7.5 ft (2.3 m) Narrow: 8 ft (2.4 m)

Wide: 15 ft (4.6 m) Wide: 15 ft (4.6 m) Wide: N/ALengths 120 ft (36.6 m) 120 ft (36.6 m) 112.5 ft (34.3 m)Area Narrow: 100 yd2 (83.6 m2) Narrow: 100 yd2 (83.6 m2) Narrow: 100 yd2 (83.6 m2)

Wide: 200 yd2 (167.2 m2) Wide: 200 yd2 (167.2 m2) Wide: N/AWeight Narrow: 55 lb/roll (24.9 kg/roll) Narrow: 55 lb/roll (24.9 kg/roll) Narrow: 55 lb/roll (24.9 kg/roll)

Wide: 110 lb/roll (49.9 kg/roll) Wide: 110 lb/roll (49.9 kg/roll) Wide: N/ALongevity ≤12 Months ≤12 Months ≤12 MonthsTop Netting Synthetic, Photodegradable Synthetic, Photodegradable Biodegradable Jute/Scrim Leno WeaveBottom Netting N/A N/A N/AStitching Material Synthetic, Photodegradable Synthetic, Photodegradable Biodegradable CottonStitch Spacing 2" (50.8 mm) 2" (50.8 mm) 2" (50.8 mm)

REGULAR RAPID-GO ALL NATURAL

EXCEL SR-1

Matrix Straw Straw Straw% Content 100% 100% 100%Widths Narrow: 7.5 ft (2.3 m) Narrow: 7.5 ft (2.3 m) Narrow: 8 ft (2.4 m)

Wide: 15 ft (4.6 m) Wide: 15 ft (4.6 m) Wide: N/ALengths 120 ft (36.6 m) 120 ft (36.6 m) 112.5 ft (34.3 m)Area Narrow: 100 yd2 (83.6 m2) Narrow: 100 yd2 (83.6 m2) Narrow: 100 yd2 (83.6 m2)

Wide: 200 yd2 (167.2 m2) Wide: 200 yd2 (167.2 m2) Wide: N/AWeight Narrow: 55 lb/roll (24.9 kg/roll) Narrow: 55 lb/roll (24.9 kg/roll) Narrow: 55 lb/roll (24.9 kg/roll)

Wide: 110 lb/roll (49.9 kg/roll) Wide: 110 lb/roll (49.9 kg/roll) Wide: N/ALongevity ≤12 Months ≤12 Months ≤12 MonthsTop Netting Synthetic, Photodegradable Synthetic, Rapid Photodegradable Biodegradable Jute/Scrim Leno WeaveBottom Netting Synthetic, Photodegradable Synthetic, Rapid Photodegradable Biodegradable Jute/Scrim Leno WeaveStitching Material Synthetic, Photodegradable Synthetic, Photodegradable Biodegradable CottonStitch Spacing 2" (50.8 mm) 2" (50.8 mm) 2" (50.8 mm)

REGULAR RAPID-GO ALL NATURAL

EXCEL SS-2

Constructed of certified weed-free, agricultural straw, Western Excelsior’s EXCEL SR-1 and EXCEL SS-2 series temporary blankets offer the ideal solution for rainfall/rainsplash protection on shallow slopes and channel protection for low-risk, low-flow channels.

These superior straw blankets incorporate Regular, Rapid-Go and All Natural nettings andare available in both single and double net varieties. Each blanket is manufactured toensure a consistent thickness and distribution of fibers, allowing for excellent flexibilityand moisture absorption and the ability to conform to the soil surface.

Western Excelsior can produce blankets with custom widths and lengths covering 200, 500 and1000 square yards. This provides savings in installation labor.

RAPID-GOREGULAR ALL NATURAL

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Accelerated global soil erosion decimates 12 to 15 million acres of land per year, and the costs to society are immeasurable.

WESTERN EXCELSIOR’s erosion control products are specificallyengineered to lessen the impact of soil erosion due to wind or waterand provide a mulching layer for the establishment of vegetation.

Why use an erosion control blanket?

W E S T E R N E X C E L S I O R E R O S I O N C O N T R O L B L A N K E T P R O D U C T S

TEMPORARY STRAW

EXCEL SR-1TM

[SINGLE NET STRAW BLANKETS]

RAPID-GOTMREGULAR ALL NATURALTM

EXCEL SS-2TM

[DOUBLE NET STRAW BLANKETS]

High-Altitude Rocky Mountain Aspen yield anoutstanding excelsior for this purpose. Typically harvested from elevations over 8,000 feet and in a semi-arid climate, Rocky Mountain Aspen-producedexcelsior consists of strong, durable and absorbent fibers.

Use of excelsior as erosion and sediment control completesthe cycle from harvesting to re-growth. Recycling natural components in the establishment of newvegetation to mitigate erosion results is the highest form of environmental stewardship.

Environmental Benefits of Erosion Control

Erosion is a naturally occurring process on all lands, witheffects ranging from topsoil degradation to gullies andshoreline degeneration. Soil erosion can developpractically unnoticed, over time, or it can occur at analarming rate, with potentially catastrophic consequences.

A Rolled Erosion Control Product (RECP) is a matrixconsisting of various organic or inorganic materialsconfined by netting, stitching and/or geo-composites.When properly placed, RECPs prevent loss of soil and aid in the establishment of healthy vegetation, to prevent erosion in the future.

Western Excelsior products areengineered to control erosion onslopes, drainage channels andshorelines; establish vegetation in bareareas; reinforce the stems and roots ofvegetation; and control the release of

sediment into streams, lakes and rivers. Western Excelsiorproducts are engineered to provide variable longevity,allowing for degradation quickly after placement, or apermanent presence. All Western Excelsior products serveas a mulching layer and the EXCEL PP5 series of TurfReinforcement Mats provide permanent enhancement ofvegetation stability.

For more information about erosion control, visit the The Erosion Control Technology Council (ECTC) Web siteat www.ectc.org.

NETTINGS

REGULAR

RAPID-GO

ALL NATURAL

– UV stabilized synthetic, degrades in approximately 12 months

– Rapid photodegradable synthetic, degrades in 45-90 days

– Jute/scrim, degrades entirely biologically

Matrix Straw Straw Straw% Content 100% 100% 100%Widths Narrow: 7.5 ft (2.3 m) Narrow: 7.5 ft (2.3 m) Narrow: 8 ft (2.4 m)

Wide: 15 ft (4.6 m) Wide: 15 ft (4.6 m) Wide: N/ALengths 120 ft (36.6 m) 120 ft (36.6 m) 112.5 ft (34.3 m)Area Narrow: 100 yd2 (83.6 m2) Narrow: 100 yd2 (83.6 m2) Narrow: 100 yd2 (83.6 m2)

Wide: 200 yd2 (167.2 m2) Wide: 200 yd2 (167.2 m2) Wide: N/AWeight Narrow: 55 lb/roll (24.9 kg/roll) Narrow: 55 lb/roll (24.9 kg/roll) Narrow: 55 lb/roll (24.9 kg/roll)

Wide: 110 lb/roll (49.9 kg/roll) Wide: 110 lb/roll (49.9 kg/roll) Wide: N/ALongevity ≤12 Months ≤12 Months ≤12 MonthsTop Netting Synthetic, Photodegradable Synthetic, Photodegradable Biodegradable Jute/Scrim Leno WeaveBottom Netting N/A N/A N/AStitching Material Synthetic, Photodegradable Synthetic, Photodegradable Biodegradable CottonStitch Spacing 2" (50.8 mm) 2" (50.8 mm) 2" (50.8 mm)

REGULAR RAPID-GO ALL NATURAL

EXCEL SR-1

Matrix Straw Straw Straw% Content 100% 100% 100%Widths Narrow: 7.5 ft (2.3 m) Narrow: 7.5 ft (2.3 m) Narrow: 8 ft (2.4 m)

Wide: 15 ft (4.6 m) Wide: 15 ft (4.6 m) Wide: N/ALengths 120 ft (36.6 m) 120 ft (36.6 m) 112.5 ft (34.3 m)Area Narrow: 100 yd2 (83.6 m2) Narrow: 100 yd2 (83.6 m2) Narrow: 100 yd2 (83.6 m2)

Wide: 200 yd2 (167.2 m2) Wide: 200 yd2 (167.2 m2) Wide: N/AWeight Narrow: 55 lb/roll (24.9 kg/roll) Narrow: 55 lb/roll (24.9 kg/roll) Narrow: 55 lb/roll (24.9 kg/roll)

Wide: 110 lb/roll (49.9 kg/roll) Wide: 110 lb/roll (49.9 kg/roll) Wide: N/ALongevity ≤12 Months ≤12 Months ≤12 MonthsTop Netting Synthetic, Photodegradable Synthetic, Rapid Photodegradable Biodegradable Jute/Scrim Leno WeaveBottom Netting Synthetic, Photodegradable Synthetic, Rapid Photodegradable Biodegradable Jute/Scrim Leno WeaveStitching Material Synthetic, Photodegradable Synthetic, Photodegradable Biodegradable CottonStitch Spacing 2" (50.8 mm) 2" (50.8 mm) 2" (50.8 mm)

REGULAR RAPID-GO ALL NATURAL

EXCEL SS-2

Constructed of certified weed-free, agricultural straw, Western Excelsior’s EXCEL SR-1 and EXCEL SS-2 series temporary blankets offer the ideal solution for rainfall/rainsplash protection on shallow slopes and channel protection for low-risk, low-flow channels.

These superior straw blankets incorporate Regular, Rapid-Go and All Natural nettings andare available in both single and double net varieties. Each blanket is manufactured toensure a consistent thickness and distribution of fibers, allowing for excellent flexibilityand moisture absorption and the ability to conform to the soil surface.

Western Excelsior can produce blankets with custom widths and lengths covering 200, 500 and1000 square yards. This provides savings in installation labor.

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W E S T E R N E X C E L S I O R E R O S I O N C O N T R O L B L A N K E T P R O D U C T S

THE EXCELSIOR STORY

Excelsior achieves excellence in erosion control by bondingwith the soil surface when wetted. Excelsior fibers interlockuniquely and adhere to one another, protecting the soilsurface. Further, the open matrix and superior mulching ofexcelsior allows for easy and rapid establishment of vegetation.

Excelsior is the final step in the life cycle of an Aspen tree. After it is harvested, excelsior is applied to the soil surface and wetted tofacilitate vegetation. Then it degrades, leaving no trace and only clean water.

Excelsior has been used in countless projects,providing erosion protection and mulchingunmatched by any other degradable material.

W E S T E R N E X C E L S I O R E R O S I O N C O N T R O L B L A N K E T P R O D U C T S

TEMPORARY EXCELSIOR

The matrix construction of Western Excelsior’s EXCEL R-1 and EXCEL S-2 erosion control blankets is comprised entirely of100% Rocky Mountain Aspen, machine-produced excelsior. Excelsior fibers produced under Western Excelsior’s ManufacturingQuality Plan are greater than 6 inches in length, strong, durable and absorbent.

These superior excelsior blankets are available in single and double net varieties and incorporate Western Excelsior’s Regular,Rapid-Go and All Natural nettings. The process of manufacturing each blanket ensures consistent thickness and distribution of fibers, making them ideal for rainfall/rainsplash protection on slopes and for channel protection in moderate-flowchannels.

EXCEL R-1TM

[SINGLE NET EXCELSIOR BLANKETS] EXCEL S-2TM

[DOUBLE NET EXCELSIOR BLANKETS]

RAPID-GOREGULAR ALL NATURALRAPID-GO™REGULAR ALL NATURAL™

NETTINGS

REGULAR

RAPID-GO

ALL NATURAL

– UV stabilized synthetic, degrades in approximately 12 months

– Rapid photodegradable synthetic, degrades in 45-90 days

– Jute/scrim, degrades entirely biologically

Matrix Excelsior Excelsior Excelsior% Content 100% 100% 100%Widths Narrow: 4 ft (1.2 m) Narrow: 4 ft (1.2 m) Narrow: 8 ft (2.4 m)

Wide: 8 ft (2.4 m) Wide: 8 ft (2.4 m) Wide: N/ALengths Narrow: 180 ft (54.9 m) Narrow: 180 ft (54.9 m) Narrow: 90 ft (27.5 m)

Wide: 90 ft (27.5 m) Wide: 90 ft (27.5 m) Wide: N/AArea 80 yd2 (66.9 m2) 80 yd2 (66.9 m2) 80 yd2 (66.9 m2)Weight 65 lb/roll (29.5 kg/roll) 65 lb/roll (29.5 kg/roll) 65 lb/roll (29.5 kg/roll)Longevity ≤12 Months ≤12 Months ≤12 MonthsTop Netting Synthetic, Photodegradable Synthetic, Photodegradable Biodegradable Jute/Scrim Leno WeaveBottom Netting N/A N/A N/AStitching Material Synthetic, Photodegradable Synthetic, Photodegradable Biodegradable CottonStitch Spacing 2" (50.8 mm) 2" (50.8 mm) 2" (50.8 mm)

ASPEN EXCELSIOR was an originalerosion control material. One of theearliest materials manufactured,evaluated and specified for erosioncontrol, excelsior has proven toprovide excellent erosion control, superior mulching and unique and useful longevity.

REGULAR RAPID-GO ALL NATURAL

EXCEL R-1

Matrix Excelsior Excelsior Excelsior% Content 100% 100% 100%Widths Narrow: 4 ft (1.2 m) Narrow: 4 ft (1.2 m) Narrow: 8 ft (2.4 m)

Wide: 8 ft (2.4 m) Wide: 8 ft (2.4 m) Wide: N/ALengths Narrow: 180 ft (54.9 m) Narrow: 180 ft (54.9 m) Narrow: 90 ft (27.5 m)

Wide: 90 ft (27.5 m) Wide: 90 ft (27.5 m) Wide: N/AArea 80 yd2 (66.9 m2) 80 yd2 (66.9 m2) 80 yd2 (66.9 m2)Weight 65 lb/roll (29.5 kg/roll) 65 lb/roll (29.5 kg/roll) 65 lb/roll (29.5 kg/roll)Longevity ≤12 Months ≤12 Months ≤12 MonthsTop Netting Synthetic, Photodegradable Synthetic, Rapid Photodegradable Biodegradable Jute/Scrim Leno WeaveBottom Netting Synthetic, Photodegradable Synthetic, Rapid Photodegradable Biodegradable Jute/Scrim Leno Weave Stitching Material Synthetic, Photodegradable Synthetic, Photodegradable Biodegradable CottonStitch Spacing 2" (50.8 mm) 2" (50.8 mm) 2" (50.8 mm)

REGULAR RAPID-GO ALL NATURAL

EXCEL S–2

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W E S T E R N E X C E L S I O R E R O S I O N C O N T R O L B L A N K E T P R O D U C T S

THE EXCELSIOR STORY

Excelsior achieves excellence in erosion control by bondingwith the soil surface when wetted. Excelsior fibers interlockuniquely and adhere to one another, protecting the soilsurface. Further, the open matrix and superior mulching ofexcelsior allows for easy and rapid establishment of vegetation.

Excelsior is the final step in the life cycle of an Aspen tree. After it is harvested, excelsior is applied to the soil surface and wetted tofacilitate vegetation. Then it degrades, leaving no trace and only clean water.

Excelsior has been used in countless projects,providing erosion protection and mulchingunmatched by any other degradable material.

W E S T E R N E X C E L S I O R E R O S I O N C O N T R O L B L A N K E T P R O D U C T S

TEMPORARY EXCELSIOR

The matrix construction of Western Excelsior’s EXCEL R-1 and EXCEL S-2 erosion control blankets is comprised entirely of100% Rocky Mountain Aspen, machine-produced excelsior. Excelsior fibers produced under Western Excelsior’s ManufacturingQuality Plan are greater than 6 inches in length, strong, durable and absorbent.

These superior excelsior blankets are available in single and double net varieties and incorporate Western Excelsior’s Regular,Rapid-Go and All Natural nettings. The process of manufacturing each blanket ensures consistent thickness and distribution of fibers, making them ideal for rainfall/rainsplash protection on slopes and for channel protection in moderate-flowchannels.

EXCEL R-1TM

[SINGLE NET EXCELSIOR BLANKETS] EXCEL S-2TM

[DOUBLE NET EXCELSIOR BLANKETS]

RAPID-GOREGULAR ALL NATURALRAPID-GO™REGULAR ALL NATURAL™

NETTINGS

REGULAR

RAPID-GO

ALL NATURAL

– UV stabilized synthetic, degrades in approximately 12 months

– Rapid photodegradable synthetic, degrades in 45-90 days

– Jute/scrim, degrades entirely biologically

Matrix Excelsior Excelsior Excelsior% Content 100% 100% 100%Widths Narrow: 4 ft (1.2 m) Narrow: 4 ft (1.2 m) Narrow: 8 ft (2.4 m)

Wide: 8 ft (2.4 m) Wide: 8 ft (2.4 m) Wide: N/ALengths Narrow: 180 ft (54.9 m) Narrow: 180 ft (54.9 m) Narrow: 90 ft (27.5 m)

Wide: 90 ft (27.5 m) Wide: 90 ft (27.5 m) Wide: N/AArea 80 yd2 (66.9 m2) 80 yd2 (66.9 m2) 80 yd2 (66.9 m2)Weight 65 lb/roll (29.5 kg/roll) 65 lb/roll (29.5 kg/roll) 65 lb/roll (29.5 kg/roll)Longevity ≤12 Months ≤12 Months ≤12 MonthsTop Netting Synthetic, Photodegradable Synthetic, Photodegradable Biodegradable Jute/Scrim Leno WeaveBottom Netting N/A N/A N/AStitching Material Synthetic, Photodegradable Synthetic, Photodegradable Biodegradable CottonStitch Spacing 2" (50.8 mm) 2" (50.8 mm) 2" (50.8 mm)

ASPEN EXCELSIOR was an originalerosion control material. One of theearliest materials manufactured,evaluated and specified for erosioncontrol, excelsior has proven toprovide excellent erosion control, superior mulching and unique and useful longevity.

REGULAR RAPID-GO ALL NATURAL

EXCEL R-1

Matrix Excelsior Excelsior Excelsior% Content 100% 100% 100%Widths Narrow: 4 ft (1.2 m) Narrow: 4 ft (1.2 m) Narrow: 8 ft (2.4 m)

Wide: 8 ft (2.4 m) Wide: 8 ft (2.4 m) Wide: N/ALengths Narrow: 180 ft (54.9 m) Narrow: 180 ft (54.9 m) Narrow: 90 ft (27.5 m)

Wide: 90 ft (27.5 m) Wide: 90 ft (27.5 m) Wide: N/AArea 80 yd2 (66.9 m2) 80 yd2 (66.9 m2) 80 yd2 (66.9 m2)Weight 65 lb/roll (29.5 kg/roll) 65 lb/roll (29.5 kg/roll) 65 lb/roll (29.5 kg/roll)Longevity ≤12 Months ≤12 Months ≤12 MonthsTop Netting Synthetic, Photodegradable Synthetic, Rapid Photodegradable Biodegradable Jute/Scrim Leno WeaveBottom Netting Synthetic, Photodegradable Synthetic, Rapid Photodegradable Biodegradable Jute/Scrim Leno Weave Stitching Material Synthetic, Photodegradable Synthetic, Photodegradable Biodegradable CottonStitch Spacing 2" (50.8 mm) 2" (50.8 mm) 2" (50.8 mm)

REGULAR RAPID-GO ALL NATURAL

EXCEL S–2

W E S T E R N E X C E L S I O R E R O S I O N C O N T R O L B L A N K E T P R O D U C T S

EXTENDED-TERM

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All of Western Excelsior’s Extended-Term products are manufactured in a double net configuration and consist of an organicmatrix intended to degrade over time. Coconut fibers, excelsior and straw/coconut blends are utilized as matrix materials,providing erosion protection and mulching for a period greater than 12 months and up to 36 months. Heavy duty, UV stabilizednetting is exclusively utilized for extended-term products. Coconut and straw/coconut blend blankets are also available with AllNatural netting.

Extended-term blankets are engineered to provide protection for field applications involving everything from moderate slopes andflow channels to superior protection in high-flow channels.

EXCEL CS-3TM

[DOUBLE NET STRAW/COCONUT BLANKETS]EXCEL CC-4TM

[DOUBLE NET COCONUT BLANKETS]

REGULAR ALL NATURAL™ REGULAR REGULARALL NATURAL™

EXCEL SD-3TM

[HEAVY DUTY DOUBLE NET EXCELSIOR]

NETTINGS

REGULAR

ALL NATURAL

– UV stabilized to last up to 3 years

– Biodegradable, lasting up to 3 years

In the case of a Northern California project, a straw/coconutblend material with Western Excelsior’s All Natural nettingoption, was utilized in the stabilization of a steep slope.Yielding a typical longevity between 12 and 24 months andproviding the level of erosion control performance necessary,the Western Excelsior EXCEL CS-3 All Natural met thedesigner’s requirements. The All Natural option was includedto allow the entire installation to biodegrade and minimizeentrapment of wildlife.

Extended-term Erosion Control Blankets are ideal for arid regions or long projects requiringlongevity greater than 12 months.

Matrix Straw/Coconut Blend Straw/Coconut Blend% Content 70% Straw/30% Coconut 70% Straw/30% CoconutWidths Narrow: 7.5 ft (2.3 m) Narrow: 8 ft (2.4 m)

Wide: 15 ft (4.6 m) Wide: N/ALengths Narrow: 120 ft (36.6 m) Narrow: 112.5 ft (34.3 m)

Wide: 120 ft (36.6 m) Wide: N/AArea Narrow: 100 yd2 (83.6 m2) Narrow: 100 yd2 (83.6 m2)

Wide: 200 yd2 (167.2m2) Wide: N/AWeight Narrow: 62 lb/roll (28.1 kg/roll) Narrow: 62 lb/roll (28.1 kg/roll)

Wide: 124 lb/roll (56.2 kg/roll) Wide: N/ALongevity ≤24 Months ≤24 MonthsTop Netting Black/UV Stabilized Synthetic Biodegradable Jute/Scrim Leno WeaveBottom Netting Green Synthetic Photodegradable Biodegradable Jute/Scrim Leno WeaveStitching Material Synthetic, UV Stabilized Biodegradable CottonStitch Spacing 2" (50.8 mm) 2" (50.8 mm)

REGULAR ALL NATURAL

EXCEL CS-3

Matrix Coconut Coconut% Content 100% 100%Widths Narrow: 7.5 ft (2.3 m) Narrow: 8 ft (2.4 m)

Wide: 15 ft (4.6 m) Wide: N/ALengths Narrow: 120 ft (36.6 m) Narrow: 112.5 ft (34.3 m)

Wide: 120 ft (36.6 m) Wide: N/AArea Narrow: 100 yd2 (83.6 m2) Narrow: 100 yd2 (83.6 m2)

Wide: 200 yd2 (167.2 m2) Wide: N/AWeight Narrow: 55 lb/roll (24.9 kg/roll) Narrow: 55 lb/roll (24.9 kg/roll)

Wide: 110 lb/roll (49.9 kg/roll) Wide: N/ALongevity ≤36 Months ≤36 MonthsTop Netting Black/UV Stabilized Synthetic Biodegradable Jute/Scrim Leno WeaveBottom Netting Black/UV Stabilized Synthetic Biodegradable Jute/Scrim Leno WeaveStitching Material Synthetic, UV Stabilized Biodegradable CottonStitch Spacing 2" (50.8 mm) 2" (50.8 mm)

REGULAR REGULARALL NATURAL

EXCEL CC-4

Matrix Heavy Duty Excelsior% Content 100%Widths Narrow: 4 ft (1.2 m)

Wide: 8 ft (2.4 m)Lengths Narrow: 100 ft (30.5 m)

Wide: 50 ft (15.3 m)Area 44 yd2 (36.8 m2)Weight 59 lb/roll (26.8 kg/roll)Longevity 18-24 MonthsTop Netting Black/UV Stabilized SyntheticBottom Netting Black/UV Stabilized SyntheticStitching Material Synthetic, UV StabilizedStitch Spacing 2" (50.8 mm)

EXCEL SD-3

W E S T E R N E X C E L S I O R E R O S I O N C O N T R O L B L A N K E T P R O D U C T S

EXTENDED-TERM

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All of Western Excelsior’s Extended-Term products are manufactured in a double net configuration and consist of an organicmatrix intended to degrade over time. Coconut fibers, excelsior and straw/coconut blends are utilized as matrix materials,providing erosion protection and mulching for a period greater than 12 months and up to 36 months. Heavy duty, UV stabilizednetting is exclusively utilized for extended-term products. Coconut and straw/coconut blend blankets are also available with AllNatural netting.

Extended-term blankets are engineered to provide protection for field applications involving everything from moderate slopes andflow channels to superior protection in high-flow channels.

EXCEL CS-3TM

[DOUBLE NET STRAW/COCONUT BLANKETS]EXCEL CC-4TM

[DOUBLE NET COCONUT BLANKETS]

REGULAR ALL NATURAL™ REGULAR REGULARALL NATURAL™

EXCEL SD-3TM

[HEAVY DUTY DOUBLE NET EXCELSIOR]

NETTINGS

REGULAR

ALL NATURAL

– UV stabilized to last up to 3 years

– Biodegradable, lasting up to 3 years

In the case of a Northern California project, a straw/coconutblend material with Western Excelsior’s All Natural nettingoption, was utilized in the stabilization of a steep slope.Yielding a typical longevity between 12 and 24 months andproviding the level of erosion control performance necessary,the Western Excelsior EXCEL CS-3 All Natural met thedesigner’s requirements. The All Natural option was includedto allow the entire installation to biodegrade and minimizeentrapment of wildlife.

Extended-term Erosion Control Blankets are ideal for arid regions or long projects requiringlongevity greater than 12 months.

Matrix Straw/Coconut Blend Straw/Coconut Blend% Content 70% Straw/30% Coconut 70% Straw/30% CoconutWidths Narrow: 7.5 ft (2.3 m) Narrow: 8 ft (2.4 m)

Wide: 15 ft (4.6 m) Wide: N/ALengths Narrow: 120 ft (36.6 m) Narrow: 112.5 ft (34.3 m)

Wide: 120 ft (36.6 m) Wide: N/AArea Narrow: 100 yd2 (83.6 m2) Narrow: 100 yd2 (83.6 m2)

Wide: 200 yd2 (167.2m2) Wide: N/AWeight Narrow: 62 lb/roll (28.1 kg/roll) Narrow: 62 lb/roll (28.1 kg/roll)

Wide: 124 lb/roll (56.2 kg/roll) Wide: N/ALongevity ≤24 Months ≤24 MonthsTop Netting Black/UV Stabilized Synthetic Biodegradable Jute/Scrim Leno WeaveBottom Netting Green Synthetic Photodegradable Biodegradable Jute/Scrim Leno WeaveStitching Material Synthetic, UV Stabilized Biodegradable CottonStitch Spacing 2" (50.8 mm) 2" (50.8 mm)

REGULAR ALL NATURAL

EXCEL CS-3

Matrix Coconut Coconut% Content 100% 100%Widths Narrow: 7.5 ft (2.3 m) Narrow: 8 ft (2.4 m)

Wide: 15 ft (4.6 m) Wide: N/ALengths Narrow: 120 ft (36.6 m) Narrow: 112.5 ft (34.3 m)

Wide: 120 ft (36.6 m) Wide: N/AArea Narrow: 100 yd2 (83.6 m2) Narrow: 100 yd2 (83.6 m2)

Wide: 200 yd2 (167.2 m2) Wide: N/AWeight Narrow: 55 lb/roll (24.9 kg/roll) Narrow: 55 lb/roll (24.9 kg/roll)

Wide: 110 lb/roll (49.9 kg/roll) Wide: N/ALongevity ≤36 Months ≤36 MonthsTop Netting Black/UV Stabilized Synthetic Biodegradable Jute/Scrim Leno WeaveBottom Netting Black/UV Stabilized Synthetic Biodegradable Jute/Scrim Leno WeaveStitching Material Synthetic, UV Stabilized Biodegradable CottonStitch Spacing 2" (50.8 mm) 2" (50.8 mm)

REGULAR REGULARALL NATURAL

EXCEL CC-4

Matrix Heavy Duty Excelsior% Content 100%Widths Narrow: 4 ft (1.2 m)

Wide: 8 ft (2.4 m)Lengths Narrow: 100 ft (30.5 m)

Wide: 50 ft (15.3 m)Area 44 yd2 (36.8 m2)Weight 59 lb/roll (26.8 kg/roll)Longevity 18-24 MonthsTop Netting Black/UV Stabilized SyntheticBottom Netting Black/UV Stabilized SyntheticStitching Material Synthetic, UV StabilizedStitch Spacing 2" (50.8 mm)

EXCEL SD-3

W E S T E R N E X C E L S I O R E R O S I O N C O N T R O L B L A N K E T P R O D U C T S

PERMANENT

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EXCEL PP5-8TM

PERMANENT TURFREINFORCEMENT MAT

EXCEL PP5-10TM

PERMANENT TURFREINFORCEMENT MAT

EXCEL PP5-12TM

PERMANENT TURFREINFORCEMENT MAT

Western Excelsior’s permanent turf reinforcement mats are composed of 100% synthetic components. A matrix of green polypropylenefibers is mechanically bound (stitched) between two UV stabilized heavy-duty synthetic nets. Each is a permanent rolled erosioncontrol product that provides short-term erosion protection and long-term turf reinforcement for greater than 36 months in critical-flow channels, severe slopes, stream banks and shorelines.

Laboratory and field research have shown that Western Excelsior’s permanent matting provides outstanding performance in situations involving severe slopes (including roadside ditches), stream banks, shorelines and large- and critical-flow channels.Western Excelsior’s permanent products are cost-effective, environmentally-friendly alternatives for severe erosion control andpermanent turf reinforcement.

PP5-8 – Permanent protection of severe slopes and low-flow channels (including roadside ditches)PP5-10 – Permanent protection of large-flow channels, severe slopes and stream banksPP5-12 – Permanent protection of critical-flow channels, severe slopes, stream banks and shorelines

The EXCEL PP5 series of TRMs are fully synthetic anddesigned to be utilized for immediate erosion control andlong-term turf reinforcement. EXCEL PP5 TRMs providetensile strength, flexibility and porous loft to form anoutstanding channel liner, slope protection and growthmedium.

EXCEL PP5 TRMs are ideal for large channels and steepslopes requiring the highest level of protection. EXCEL PP5TRMs have been utilized on many projects, typically toprovide permanent reinforcement of the establishedvegetation.

For instance, the 10-year, $5.1 billion expansion ofAtlanta’s Hartsfield Airport required the placementof over 100,000 square yards of EXCEL PP5 materialto mitigate the forces of erosion. As constructionactivities displaced hundreds of thousands of cubicyards of soil each day, slopes and channels werelined with EXCEL PP5 to stabilize the final grade.The outstanding utility, performance and value ofthe EXCEL PP5 provided project solutions to thedesign and contractor team.

Permanent Turf Reinforcement Mats (TRMs)provide the highest level of erosion protectionof all rolled products.

Matrix Fully Synthetic% Content 100%Widths Narrow: 7.5 ft (2.3 m)

Wide: 15 ft (4.6 m)Lengths 120 ft (36.6 m)Area Narrow: 100 yd2 (83.6 m2)

Wide: 200 yd2 (167.2 m2)Weight Narrow: 50 lb/roll (22.7 kg/roll)

Wide: 100 lb/roll (45.4 kg/roll)Longevity >36 MonthsTop Netting Black, Heavy Duty/UV StableBottom Netting Black, Heavy Duty/UV StableStitching Material Synthetic, UV StableStitch Spacing 2" (50.8 mm)

EXCEL PP5-8

Matrix Fully Synthetic% Content 100%Widths Narrow: 7.5 ft (2.3 m)

Wide: 15 ft (4.6 m)Lengths 120 ft (36.6 m)Area Narrow: 100 yd2 (83.6 m2)

Wide: 200 yd2 (167.2 m2)Weight Narrow: 63 lb/roll (28.6 kg/roll)

Wide: 126 lb/roll (57.2 kg/roll)Longevity >36 MonthsTop Netting Black, Heavy Duty/UV StableBottom Netting Black, Heavy Duty/UV StableStitching Material Synthetic, UV StableStitch Spacing 2" (50.8 mm)

EXCEL PP5-10

Matrix Fully Synthetic% Content 100%Widths Narrow: 7.5 ft (2.3 m)

Wide: 15 ft (4.6 m)Lengths 120 ft (36.6 m)Area Narrow: 100 yd2 (83.6 m2)

Wide: 200 yd2 (167.2 m2)Weight Narrow: 75 lb/roll (34 kg/roll)

Wide: 150 lb/roll (68 kg/roll)Longevity >36 MonthsTop Netting Black, Heavy Duty/UV StableBottom Netting Black, Heavy Duty/UV StableStitching Material Synthetic, UV StableStitch Spacing 2" (50.8 mm)

EXCEL PP5-12

W E S T E R N E X C E L S I O R E R O S I O N C O N T R O L B L A N K E T P R O D U C T S

PERMANENT

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EXCEL PP5-8TM

PERMANENT TURFREINFORCEMENT MAT

EXCEL PP5-10TM

PERMANENT TURFREINFORCEMENT MAT

EXCEL PP5-12TM

PERMANENT TURFREINFORCEMENT MAT

Western Excelsior’s permanent turf reinforcement mats are composed of 100% synthetic components. A matrix of green polypropylenefibers is mechanically bound (stitched) between two UV stabilized heavy-duty synthetic nets. Each is a permanent rolled erosioncontrol product that provides short-term erosion protection and long-term turf reinforcement for greater than 36 months in critical-flow channels, severe slopes, stream banks and shorelines.

Laboratory and field research have shown that Western Excelsior’s permanent matting provides outstanding performance in situations involving severe slopes (including roadside ditches), stream banks, shorelines and large- and critical-flow channels.Western Excelsior’s permanent products are cost-effective, environmentally-friendly alternatives for severe erosion control andpermanent turf reinforcement.

PP5-8 – Permanent protection of severe slopes and low-flow channels (including roadside ditches)PP5-10 – Permanent protection of large-flow channels, severe slopes and stream banksPP5-12 – Permanent protection of critical-flow channels, severe slopes, stream banks and shorelines

The EXCEL PP5 series of TRMs are fully synthetic anddesigned to be utilized for immediate erosion control andlong-term turf reinforcement. EXCEL PP5 TRMs providetensile strength, flexibility and porous loft to form anoutstanding channel liner, slope protection and growthmedium.

EXCEL PP5 TRMs are ideal for large channels and steepslopes requiring the highest level of protection. EXCEL PP5TRMs have been utilized on many projects, typically toprovide permanent reinforcement of the establishedvegetation.

For instance, the 10-year, $5.1 billion expansion ofAtlanta’s Hartsfield Airport required the placementof over 100,000 square yards of EXCEL PP5 materialto mitigate the forces of erosion. As constructionactivities displaced hundreds of thousands of cubicyards of soil each day, slopes and channels werelined with EXCEL PP5 to stabilize the final grade.The outstanding utility, performance and value ofthe EXCEL PP5 provided project solutions to thedesign and contractor team.

Permanent Turf Reinforcement Mats (TRMs)provide the highest level of erosion protectionof all rolled products.

Matrix Fully Synthetic% Content 100%Widths Narrow: 7.5 ft (2.3 m)

Wide: 15 ft (4.6 m)Lengths 120 ft (36.6 m)Area Narrow: 100 yd2 (83.6 m2)

Wide: 200 yd2 (167.2 m2)Weight Narrow: 50 lb/roll (22.7 kg/roll)

Wide: 100 lb/roll (45.4 kg/roll)Longevity >36 MonthsTop Netting Black, Heavy Duty/UV StableBottom Netting Black, Heavy Duty/UV StableStitching Material Synthetic, UV StableStitch Spacing 2" (50.8 mm)

EXCEL PP5-8

Matrix Fully Synthetic% Content 100%Widths Narrow: 7.5 ft (2.3 m)

Wide: 15 ft (4.6 m)Lengths 120 ft (36.6 m)Area Narrow: 100 yd2 (83.6 m2)

Wide: 200 yd2 (167.2 m2)Weight Narrow: 63 lb/roll (28.6 kg/roll)

Wide: 126 lb/roll (57.2 kg/roll)Longevity >36 MonthsTop Netting Black, Heavy Duty/UV StableBottom Netting Black, Heavy Duty/UV StableStitching Material Synthetic, UV StableStitch Spacing 2" (50.8 mm)

EXCEL PP5-10

Matrix Fully Synthetic% Content 100%Widths Narrow: 7.5 ft (2.3 m)

Wide: 15 ft (4.6 m)Lengths 120 ft (36.6 m)Area Narrow: 100 yd2 (83.6 m2)

Wide: 200 yd2 (167.2 m2)Weight Narrow: 75 lb/roll (34 kg/roll)

Wide: 150 lb/roll (68 kg/roll)Longevity >36 MonthsTop Netting Black, Heavy Duty/UV StableBottom Netting Black, Heavy Duty/UV StableStitching Material Synthetic, UV StableStitch Spacing 2" (50.8 mm)

EXCEL PP5-12

W E S T E R N E X C E L S I O R E R O S I O N C O N T R O L B L A N K E T P R O D U C T S

SLOPE INSTALLATIONW E S T E R N E X C E L S I O R E R O S I O N C O N T R O L B L A N K E T P R O D U C T S

CHANNEL INSTALLATION

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Site Preparation and SeedingPrepare the site to the design profile and grade,removing debris, rocks and clods. Ground surfacesshould be smooth prior to installation, to ensure theblanket remains in contact with the slope. Prepare thesoil, including any necessary application of lime,fertilizer and seed.

Staple SelectionAt a minimum, 6” long by 1” crown, 11 gauge staplesshould be used to secure the blanket to the groundsurface. Installation in rocky, sandy or other loose soilmay require longer staples.

Excavate Anchor Trench and Secure the BlanketCut a 6” deep by 6” wide trench at the top of the slopeto secure the upstream end of the blanket. The trenchshould run along the length of the installation. Staplethe blanket along the bottom of the trench, fill withcompacted soil, overlap the blanket towards the toe ofthe slope and secure it with a row of staples. (Shown inFigures A, B and D).

Secure Body of the BlanketRoll the blanket downslope from the anchor trench. Staple the body of the blanket following the patternshown in Figure C. Leave the end of the blanketunstapled to allow for the overlap shown in Figure E.Place the downstream blanket underneath the upstreamblanket to form a shingle pattern. Staple the seam asshown in Figure D. Secure the downstream blanket withthe stapling pattern shown in Figure C, which reflectsthe minimum staples to be used. More staples may berequired to ensure the blanket is sufficiently secured toresist mowers and foot traffic, and to ensure the blanketis in contact with the soil surface over the entire area ofthe blanket.

Continue Along the Slope to Complete the InstallationOverlap adjacent blankets as shown in Figure F andrepeat Step 4. Secure the toe of the slope using astapling pattern shown in Figure D. Secure the edges ofthe installed product by stapling at 1.0' intervals alongthe terminal edge.

Site Preparation and SeedingPrepare the site to the design profile and grade,removing debris, rocks and clods. Ground surfacesshould be smooth prior to installation, to ensure theblanket remains in contact with the channel. Preparethe soil, including any necessary application of lime,fertilizer and seed.

Staple SelectionAt a minimum, 6” long by 1” crown, 11 gauge staplesshould be used to secure the blanket to the groundsurface. Installation in rocky, sandy or other loose soilmay require longer staples.

Excavate Anchor Trench and Secure the BlanketExcavate a trench along the top of the channel side slopesand the upstream terminal end of the channel to securethe edges of the blanket. The trench should run along thelength of the installation and be 6” wide by 6” deep. Staplethe blanket along the bottom of the trench, fill withcompacted soil, overlap the blanket towards the body ofthe installation and secure it with a row of staples (Shownin Figures A, B and D).

Secure Body of the BlanketRoll the blanket downslope from the anchor trench.Staple the body of the blanket following the patternshown in Figure C. Leave the end of the blanketunstapled to allow for the overlap shown in Figure E.Place the downstream blanket underneath the upstreamblanket to form a shingle pattern. Staple the seam asshown in Figure D. Secure the downstream blanket withthe stapling pattern shown in Figure C, which reflectsthe minimum staples to be used. More staples may berequired to ensure the blanket is sufficiently secured toresist mowers and foot traffic, and to ensure the blanketis in contact with the soil surface over the entire area ofthe blanket.

Continue Along the Channel to Complete the InstallationOverlap adjacent blankets as shown in Figure F andrepeat Step 4. Secure the toe of the slope using a staplingpattern shown in Figure D. Secure the downstream edgeof the installed product by stapling at 1.5' intervals alongthe terminal edge.

FIGURE B – PROFILE VIEW FIGURE C – PLAN VIEW

FIGURE B

FIGURES E/D

FIGURE C

GROUND SURFACE

FIGURE D

BLANKET 2

BLANKET 3

BLANKET 1

FIGURE E – PROFILE VIEW FIGURE F – CROSS SECTION VIEWFIGURE D – PLAN VIEW

FIGURE F

STEP 2

STEP 3

STEP 1 STEP 4

STEP 5

STEP 1

STEP 2

STEP 3

STEP 4

STEP 5

Note: Product installation methods shown herein depict typical situations. Each product utilizes a prescribed stapling pattern/rate. Additional factorsmust be considered for detailed or atypical field use. Consult Western Excelsior product installation documents for details in placing RECP materials.

FIGURE A

FIGURE E/DFIGURE F

FIGURE C

GROUND SURFACEFIGURE B

FIGURE A

FIGURE D

W E S T E R N E X C E L S I O R E R O S I O N C O N T R O L B L A N K E T P R O D U C T S

SLOPE INSTALLATIONW E S T E R N E X C E L S I O R E R O S I O N C O N T R O L B L A N K E T P R O D U C T S

CHANNEL INSTALLATION

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Site Preparation and SeedingPrepare the site to the design profile and grade,removing debris, rocks and clods. Ground surfacesshould be smooth prior to installation, to ensure theblanket remains in contact with the slope. Prepare thesoil, including any necessary application of lime,fertilizer and seed.

Staple SelectionAt a minimum, 6” long by 1” crown, 11 gauge staplesshould be used to secure the blanket to the groundsurface. Installation in rocky, sandy or other loose soilmay require longer staples.

Excavate Anchor Trench and Secure the BlanketCut a 6” deep by 6” wide trench at the top of the slopeto secure the upstream end of the blanket. The trenchshould run along the length of the installation. Staplethe blanket along the bottom of the trench, fill withcompacted soil, overlap the blanket towards the toe ofthe slope and secure it with a row of staples. (Shown inFigures A, B and D).

Secure Body of the BlanketRoll the blanket downslope from the anchor trench. Staple the body of the blanket following the patternshown in Figure C. Leave the end of the blanketunstapled to allow for the overlap shown in Figure E.Place the downstream blanket underneath the upstreamblanket to form a shingle pattern. Staple the seam asshown in Figure D. Secure the downstream blanket withthe stapling pattern shown in Figure C, which reflectsthe minimum staples to be used. More staples may berequired to ensure the blanket is sufficiently secured toresist mowers and foot traffic, and to ensure the blanketis in contact with the soil surface over the entire area ofthe blanket.

Continue Along the Slope to Complete the InstallationOverlap adjacent blankets as shown in Figure F andrepeat Step 4. Secure the toe of the slope using astapling pattern shown in Figure D. Secure the edges ofthe installed product by stapling at 1.0' intervals alongthe terminal edge.

Site Preparation and SeedingPrepare the site to the design profile and grade,removing debris, rocks and clods. Ground surfacesshould be smooth prior to installation, to ensure theblanket remains in contact with the channel. Preparethe soil, including any necessary application of lime,fertilizer and seed.

Staple SelectionAt a minimum, 6” long by 1” crown, 11 gauge staplesshould be used to secure the blanket to the groundsurface. Installation in rocky, sandy or other loose soilmay require longer staples.

Excavate Anchor Trench and Secure the BlanketExcavate a trench along the top of the channel side slopesand the upstream terminal end of the channel to securethe edges of the blanket. The trench should run along thelength of the installation and be 6” wide by 6” deep. Staplethe blanket along the bottom of the trench, fill withcompacted soil, overlap the blanket towards the body ofthe installation and secure it with a row of staples (Shownin Figures A, B and D).

Secure Body of the BlanketRoll the blanket downslope from the anchor trench.Staple the body of the blanket following the patternshown in Figure C. Leave the end of the blanketunstapled to allow for the overlap shown in Figure E.Place the downstream blanket underneath the upstreamblanket to form a shingle pattern. Staple the seam asshown in Figure D. Secure the downstream blanket withthe stapling pattern shown in Figure C, which reflectsthe minimum staples to be used. More staples may berequired to ensure the blanket is sufficiently secured toresist mowers and foot traffic, and to ensure the blanketis in contact with the soil surface over the entire area ofthe blanket.

Continue Along the Channel to Complete the InstallationOverlap adjacent blankets as shown in Figure F andrepeat Step 4. Secure the toe of the slope using a staplingpattern shown in Figure D. Secure the downstream edgeof the installed product by stapling at 1.5' intervals alongthe terminal edge.

FIGURE B – PROFILE VIEW FIGURE C – PLAN VIEW

FIGURE B

FIGURES E/D

FIGURE C

GROUND SURFACE

FIGURE D

BLANKET 2

BLANKET 3

BLANKET 1

FIGURE E – PROFILE VIEW FIGURE F – CROSS SECTION VIEWFIGURE D – PLAN VIEW

FIGURE F

STEP 2

STEP 3

STEP 1 STEP 4

STEP 5

STEP 1

STEP 2

STEP 3

STEP 4

STEP 5

Note: Product installation methods shown herein depict typical situations. Each product utilizes a prescribed stapling pattern/rate. Additional factorsmust be considered for detailed or atypical field use. Consult Western Excelsior product installation documents for details in placing RECP materials.

FIGURE A

FIGURE E/DFIGURE F

FIGURE C

GROUND SURFACEFIGURE B

FIGURE A

FIGURE D

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EXCEL AspenExcelsior Logs EXCEL Straw Logs

AspenMulch

Turbo Mulch

Our EXCEL Aspen Excelsior Logs consistof a machine-produced high-altitudeRocky Mountain Aspen excelsiormatrix confined by a synthetic net toform a log of specific length anddiameter. EXCEL Aspen Excelsior Logsare designed to reduce hydraulicenergy and filter sediment-laden flowin channels and on slopes. The logs areflexible, to conform to soil surfaces,and are secured by staking. EXCELAspen Excelsior Sediment Logs can beordered in custom lengths to meetspecific job requirements.

EXCEL Aspen Excelsior Logs create atemporary water-permeable structurethat offers superior soil interception,filtration and containment properties.They are specifically engineered to beused on slopes to minimizedisplacement of in-situ sediments, inchannels, as small check dams, and torestrict sediment-laden flow frominlets. Sediment control devices arecost-effective solutions when on-sitesediment can be captured in a singlelocation or to protect a culvert ordrain inlet.

Our EXCEL Straw Logs consist of a100% certified weed-free strawmatrix confined by a tubularsynthetic net. They are designed toreduce hydraulic energy and filtersediment-laden flow in channels andon slopes. The logs are flexible, toconform to the soil surface, and aresecured by staking.

Available in a variety of standarddiameters and lengths, EXCEL Straw Logs can also be ordered incustom lengths to meet specific job conditions. EXCEL Straw Logsoffer many advantages as aneffective and economical alternativeto conventional sediment control measures.

In addition to a full line of RolledErosion Control and SedimentControl Products, Western Excelsiormanufactures 100% Aspen Mulch,which consists entirely of Aspenwood fibers and Aspen Turbo Mulch,a 50%/50% blend of wood fibers and recycled cellulose material. Both are designed to behydraulically applied. A natural orchemical tackifier may be added tothe mulch when loaded forapplication, to help bond thematerial to the ground surface. Bothmaterials can also be dyed to aid intracking the application. Mulchmaterials provide minimal erosioncontrol and are best suited for smallapplications, low-risk applications orsmall areas where RECP installationis impossible.

Quality Assurance

Western Excelsior backs its products with one of the most comprehensive guarantees in theindustry.

If any Western Excelsior specified and installed product fails, Western Excelsior will replace the failed product and includethe cost of seed, fertilizer, topsoil or other amendments lost dueto product failure.

All of Western Excelsior's products have been extensively tested,both internally and by independent methods, in the laboratoryand in the field. Tests have proven that EXCEL erosion controlproducts provide superior erosion control protection.

EXCEL erosion control products are available through WesternExcelsior’s extensive network of distributors and are fullysupported by our highly trained technical sales and customerservice representatives.

You can have the highest level of confidence in the productsWestern Excelsior provides as you make the choice to blanketnature with nature.

Contact a Western Excelsior distributor or visit our Web site at www.westernEXCELsior.com for full details of ourcomprehensive product guarantee.

3240 Avondale Mill RoadMacon, Georgia 31216

901 Grand AvenueMancos, Colorado 81328

4505 E Boonville-New Harmony RoadEvansville, Indiana 47725866.540.9810

Strategically located on both the East and West Coasts

Blanketing Nature with Nature

W E S T E R N E X C E L S I O R E R O S I O N C O N T R O L B L A N K E T P R O D U C T S

SEDIMENT RETENTION AND MULCHESW E S T E R N E X C E L S I O R E R O S I O N C O N T R O L B L A N K E T P R O D U C T S

QUALITY ASSURANCE

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EXCEL AspenExcelsior Logs EXCEL Straw Logs

AspenMulch

Turbo Mulch

Our EXCEL Aspen Excelsior Logs consistof a machine-produced high-altitudeRocky Mountain Aspen excelsiormatrix confined by a synthetic net toform a log of specific length anddiameter. EXCEL Aspen Excelsior Logsare designed to reduce hydraulicenergy and filter sediment-laden flowin channels and on slopes. The logs areflexible, to conform to soil surfaces,and are secured by staking. EXCELAspen Excelsior Sediment Logs can beordered in custom lengths to meetspecific job requirements.

EXCEL Aspen Excelsior Logs create atemporary water-permeable structurethat offers superior soil interception,filtration and containment properties.They are specifically engineered to beused on slopes to minimizedisplacement of in-situ sediments, inchannels, as small check dams, and torestrict sediment-laden flow frominlets. Sediment control devices arecost-effective solutions when on-sitesediment can be captured in a singlelocation or to protect a culvert ordrain inlet.

Our EXCEL Straw Logs consist of a100% certified weed-free strawmatrix confined by a tubularsynthetic net. They are designed toreduce hydraulic energy and filtersediment-laden flow in channels andon slopes. The logs are flexible, toconform to the soil surface, and aresecured by staking.

Available in a variety of standarddiameters and lengths, EXCEL Straw Logs can also be ordered incustom lengths to meet specific job conditions. EXCEL Straw Logsoffer many advantages as aneffective and economical alternativeto conventional sediment control measures.

In addition to a full line of RolledErosion Control and SedimentControl Products, Western Excelsiormanufactures 100% Aspen Mulch,which consists entirely of Aspenwood fibers and Aspen Turbo Mulch,a 50%/50% blend of wood fibers and recycled cellulose material. Both are designed to behydraulically applied. A natural orchemical tackifier may be added tothe mulch when loaded forapplication, to help bond thematerial to the ground surface. Bothmaterials can also be dyed to aid intracking the application. Mulchmaterials provide minimal erosioncontrol and are best suited for smallapplications, low-risk applications orsmall areas where RECP installationis impossible.

Quality Assurance

Western Excelsior backs its products with one of the most comprehensive guarantees in theindustry.

If any Western Excelsior specified and installed product fails, Western Excelsior will replace the failed product and includethe cost of seed, fertilizer, topsoil or other amendments lost dueto product failure.

All of Western Excelsior's products have been extensively tested,both internally and by independent methods, in the laboratoryand in the field. Tests have proven that EXCEL erosion controlproducts provide superior erosion control protection.

EXCEL erosion control products are available through WesternExcelsior’s extensive network of distributors and are fullysupported by our highly trained technical sales and customerservice representatives.

You can have the highest level of confidence in the productsWestern Excelsior provides as you make the choice to blanketnature with nature.

Contact a Western Excelsior distributor or visit our Web site at www.westernEXCELsior.com for full details of ourcomprehensive product guarantee.

3240 Avondale Mill RoadMacon, Georgia 31216

901 Grand AvenueMancos, Colorado 81328

4505 E Boonville-New Harmony RoadEvansville, Indiana 47725866.540.9810

Strategically located on both the East and West Coasts

Blanketing Nature with Nature

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Slope Application

Channel Application

≤1:1

(H:V)

≤1.5:1(H:V)

≤2:1

(H:V)

≤3:1

(H:V)

ULTRA SHORT-TERM45-90 Days

TEMPORARY≤12 Months

EXTENDED-TERM12-36 Months

PERMANENT≥36 Months

ULTRA SHORT-TERM45-90 Days

TEMPORARY≤12 Months

EXTENDED-TERM12-36 Months

PERMANENT≥36 Months

SHEARSTRESS

MAXIMUMSLOPE GRADIENT

VELOCITY

EXCEL SS-2 RegularEXCEL SS-2 All Natural

EXCEL S-2 RegularEXCEL S-2 All Natural™

EXCEL SR-1 RegularEXCEL SR-1 All Natural

EXCEL R-1 RegularEXCEL R-1 All Natural

EXCEL SR-1 RegularEXCEL SR-1 All Natural

EXCEL R-1 RegularEXCEL R-1 All Natural

EXCEL CC-4 RegularEXCEL CC-4 All Natural

EXCEL SD-3 RegularEXCEL S-2 All Natural

EXCEL CC-4 RegularEXCEL CC-4 All Natural

EXCEL SD-3 RegularEXCEL S-2 All Natural

EXCEL CC-4 RegularEXCEL CC-4 All Natural

EXCEL SD-3 RegularEXCEL S-2 All Natural

EXCEL R-1 Rapid-Go

EXCEL SR-1 Rapid-Go

EXCEL S-2 Rapid-Go™

EXCEL SS-2 Rapid-Go

EXCEL S-2 Rapid-Go

EXCEL PP5-12

EXCEL PP5-10

EXCEL PP5-10

EXCEL PP5-10

EXCEL PP5-8

EXCEL SS-2 Rapid-Go

EXCEL S-2 Rapid-Go

EXCEL SR-1 Rapid-Go

EXCEL R-1 Rapid-Go

EXCEL S-2 Regular

EXCEL S-2 All Natural

EXCEL CC-4 All NaturalEXCEL SD-3 Regular

EXCEL SS-2 Regular

EXCEL SS-2 All Natural

EXCEL CS-3 Regular

EXCEL CS-3 All Natural

EXCEL CC-4 Regular

EXCEL CC-4 All Natural

EXCEL PP5-10

EXCEL PP5-12

EXCEL SD-3 Regular

EXCEL S-2 All Natural

EXCEL CS-3 Regular

EXCEL CS-3 All Natural

EXCEL PP5-10

EXCEL PP5-10

EXCEL PP5-8

≤2.8psf

≤9.0ft/s

≤2.3psf

≤8.0ft/s

≤2.0psf

≤7.0ft/s

≤1.8psf

≤6.0ft/s

≤1.5psf

≤5.0ft/s

Product application thresholds shown herein depict typical situations. Each product realizes unique performance thresholds. Additional factors must be considered fordetailed or atypical field use. Consult Western Excelsior product installation documents for details in determining product performance or specification of RECPmaterials. Contact Western Excelsior Technical Support for more information at 1-800-967-4009.

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