Living Log®
Sustainable Erosion Control with Native Vegetation Integration
The Living Log™ system offers a sustainable solution for soil stabilization and erosion control using biodegradable coir logs infused with native plant material. Engineered for flexibility, each log provides immediate soil retention and vegetation support, making it ideal for shorelines, riverbanks, and wetlands. Living Logs™ gradually decompose over time, allowing vegetation to establish deep root systems that naturally reinforce the landscape. Available in various diameters and netting options, these coir logs cater to diverse environments and project needs while improving water quality and supporting local ecosystems.
- Sustainable and Biodegradable:Made from tightly bound coconut coir fibers, Living Logs™ provide a durable, biodegradable solution for long-term erosion control. They gradually decompose over approximately 7 years, leaving behind a stable, vegetated structure.
- Integrated Native Vegetation: Each log is injected with native plant plugs at 1-foot intervals. The flexible planting options allow you to choose the exact plant material and spacing for optimal site adaptation.
- High-Quality Netting Options: Available with durable HDPE netting for added strength in high-energy areas (8″ diameter logs) or with biodegradable BioNet/Bio-Starch netting for other diameters (8″, 12″, 16″, 20″).
- Immediate Soil Retention: The coir fibers in Living Logs™ hold soil in place while absorbing wave and water energy, preventing erosion and stabilizing the shoreline.
- Versatile Applications: Ideal for detention ponds, lakes, reservoirs, streams, rivers, and slopes, the system adapts to various landscapes and environmental conditions.
- Promotes Pollinator Habitats: With a balanced mix of graminoids (grasses) and forbs (flowers), the native vegetation attracts pollinators such as butterflies and hummingbirds, fostering local biodiversity.
- Effective Water Filtration: The vegetation and coir material work together to filter out unwanted pollutants, such as fertilizers and pesticides, from waterways.
- Freight and Installation Efficiency: Shipped dry to reduce freight costs, Living Logs™ are lightweight and easy to handle during installation, requiring minimal labor and equipment.
- Project Assessment Determine the appropriate Living Log™ size and configuration based on the project’s erosion control requirements and environmental conditions.
- Customization Specify the native plant material and injection intervals for your logs to suit the project site’s needs.
- Installation Use 1″ x 1″ x 24″ stakes to secure the logs in place, ensuring the log is properly connected to the soil for stability.
- On-Site Vegetation Allow the logs to vegetate on-site, establishing root mass integration over time for enhanced soil stabilization.
- Toe Lashing Apply toe lashing if needed to reinforce and anchor the logs, following CAD details for accurate installation.
- Initial Maintenance Ensure consistent watering in dry conditions to promote strong root development and initial plant growth.
- Material Composition: Coir logs made from tightly bound coconut fibers
- Diameter Options: 8″, 12″, 16″, and 20″
- Netting Materials:
- High-Density Polyethylene (HDPE) Netting: Non-biodegradable netting available for 8″ diameter logs.
- BioNet/Bio-Starch Netting: Biodegradable netting available for 8″, 12″, 16″, and 20″ diameter logs.
- Native Plant Material: Injected with root mass or 2″ x 2″ plant plugs of wetland, marsh, or upland species, with a balanced mix of graminoids (grasses) and forbs (flowers).
- Stakes: 1″ x 1″ x 24″
- Biodegradation Timeline: Decomposes over approximately seven years, allowing the vegetation to establish a resilient root system.
- Weight and Shipping: Shipped dry for reduced freight costs and easier handling during installation.
- Manufacturing Centers: Available through three main manufacturing centers based on USDA climate zones to ensure optimal plant selection and adaptation.
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