Straw SoilLock 300 - Straw Cellulose Erosion Control Blanket (2.45m x 50.4m)
R1,400
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Straw SoilLock 300 is a 300 g/m² straw-cellulose erosion blanket for short-term protection of newly seeded soil. It helps reduce surface erosion and hold seed in place while vegetation establishes on landscaping slopes and embankments. Supplied in 2.45 m x 50.4 m rolls.
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Description
Straw SoilLock 300 is a Type 1D erosion control blanket engineered to dominate the short-term erosion control segment across Africa.
Built from agricultural straw fibres stitched between photodegradable polypropylene nets, this product delivers:
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Immediate soil protection
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Rapid vegetation establishment
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Cost-effective erosion control
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Fast installation across large areas
This is the go-to product for engineers and contractors when:
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Budget matters
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Vegetation establishes quickly
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Slopes are moderate
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Temporary protection is sufficient
Why Straw SoilLock 300 Beats traditional Straw Blankets
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Equivalent or superior Type 1D classification
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Optimised fibre density for better ground contact
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Consistent roll size for faster installation
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Engineered for African site conditions (heat, UV, rainfall variability)
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Better commercial positioning and availability
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Designed as part of a full SoilLock™ engineered system
Performance Role in Erosion Control Design
Straw blankets are globally used as short-term erosion control systems, typically:
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Up to 12 months functional life
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Suitable for low to moderate erosion risk slopes
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Ideal for 3:1 to 2:1 slope gradients
They work by:
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Reducing rainfall impact
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Holding soil in place
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Retaining moisture
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Supporting rapid vegetation growth
This makes Straw SoilLock 300 the first-choice blanket for fast revegetation systems.
Typical Applications
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Roadside slopes and embankments
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Landscaping and commercial developments
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Hydroseeding projects
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Mine rehabilitation (early stage)
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Landfill cover systems
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Stormwater channels (low flow)
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Cut and fill slopes
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Temporary erosion protection
Technical Specifications
| Property | Value |
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| Product Name | Straw SoilLock 300 |
| Classification | ECTC Type 1D |
| Material | Agricultural Straw + PP Net |
| Mass per Unit Area | 288 g/m² (~300gsm class) |
| Roll Size | 2.45m x 50.4m |
| Coverage | 123.48 m² |
| Thickness | ~8 mm |
| MD Tensile Strength | ~2 kN/m |
| TD Tensile Strength | ~1.5 kN/m |
| Light Penetration | ~19% |
| Water Absorption | ~380% |
| Shear Stress Resistance | <100 Pa |
| Longevity | Up to 12 months |
| Netting | Photodegradable PP |
| Stitching | Biodegradable yarn |
Engineering Performance Positioning
| Parameter | Straw SoilLock 300 |
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| Duration | Short-term (≤12 months) |
| Slope Suitability | 3:1 to 2:1 |
| Flow Conditions | Low |
| Vegetation Role | Primary stabilisation |
| Installation Speed | Very fast |
| Cost Efficiency | Highest |
SoilLock™ Product Family Positioning
| Product | Role |
|---|---|
| Straw SoilLock 300 | Entry-level / high volume / fast vegetation |
| Jute SoilLock 292 | Natural light-duty |
| Coir SoilLock 350 | Standard engineered |
| Coir SoilLock 450 | Heavy-duty |
Installation Guidance
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Install over prepared and seeded soil
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Lay in direction of water flow
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Overlap adjacent rolls (typically 100-150mm)
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Pin using steel or biodegradable stakes
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Anchor at crest and toe for slopes
For steeper slopes or higher erosion risk → upgrade to Coir SoilLock range
Straw SoilLock 300 is the engineered, spec-ready alternative to EnviroCover - built for faster supply, better pricing, and scalable deployment across Africa.
Supply, delivery and installation across Africa
Geosynthetics South Africa undertakes projects through three service options:
- Supply only - products supplied to the agreed specification.
- Supply and delivery - materials and logistics coordinated to your project site.
- Supply, delivery and QA/QC-controlled installation - one coordinated scope from procurement to documented handover.
For projects across Africa, we coordinate with the Geosynthetics Africa Group to mobilise installation crews from group companies across the continent. Materials, delivery, mobilisation and project-specific quality records are agreed as part of the project scope.
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Supply, delivery & installation
South African supply
We are the South African supplier of SoilLock erosion-control blankets. We have ready stock of standard grades and formats for South African projects.
Delivery & cross-border supply
We supply SoilLock erosion-control blankets across South Africa and Southern Africa, including cross-border delivery. We coordinate site access, unloading and cross-border documentation for your order.
How we install
We install SoilLock erosion-control blankets. Grade the slope, remove stones and prepare topsoil and seed where specified. Anchor the blanket at the crest and roll it down the slope in full ground contact. Form the required shingled overlaps, pin the blanket and inspect edges, trenches and fixings.
Specialist installation supported by Geosynthetics Africa (Pty) Ltd, an IAGI Installer Member.
Get a supply, delivery & installation quoteProduct documents
Ask for the current datasheet and installation instructions for Straw SoilLock 300 - Straw Cellulose Erosion Control Blanket (2.45m x 50.4m). Identify the catalogue grade / SKU in your request so the technical submission matches the material quoted.
Technical datasheets · Installation guides
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Supply and install Straw SoilLock 300 - Straw Cellulose Erosion Control Blanket (2.45m x 50.4m). Straw SoilLock 300; 100% agricultural straw with two PP nets; mass 300 g/m²; ECTC Type 1D; tensile MD 1.52 kN/m and TD 1.03 kN/m (ASTM D6818). Installed by an IAGI Installer Member.
SELECTION · SPECIFICATION · PROJECT SUPPLY
Choose the right specification
Match the erosion or confinement system to slope geometry, soil, water exposure, loading and the intended finish.
- Identify whether the duty is surface erosion, cellular confinement or a cementitious lining.
- Confirm the exact product, substrate, anchorage, infill and joint or overlap details.
- Use the product procedure and engineered layout rather than transferring fixing rules between systems.
Define the quality records
Inspect product identity, prepared ground, fixing and continuity, then record infill or activation and any specified acceptance checks.
For a useful quotation: send the grade or performance specification, quantity, location, required date and scope. Availability, delivery and installation responsibilities are confirmed in the quotation.
Why Geosynthetics South Africa
One enquiry coordinates the specified product, technical submission, delivery and any agreed installation and QA/QC scope. We define quantities, programme, responsibilities and handover requirements against your project.
