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How Containment Tarps Made the Difference on a Live Blast Zone
On a jobsite, control is everything and when it comes to blasting, containment is non-negotiable. Whether you're protecting the environment, the neighborhood next door, or your own crew, Eagle Industries’ Containment Tarps are built for one job: to hold the line and perform under pressure.
The Jobsite: Blast Containment on a Municipal Water Tower
During a large-scale abrasive blasting and recoating project on a 1.2M-gallon elevated water tank, the general contractor faced several challenges: residential proximity, wind exposure, environmental regulations, and the need for 100% containment compliance.
With tight timelines and no margin for error, they turned to Eagle Industries for a smarter tarp solution.
To meet the demands, the contractor deployed a combination of:
- Coated Airbag Tarps for primary dust and grit containment
- Durashield Tarps for high-impact zones and heavy foot traffic
- Containment Funnels to direct debris downward into controlled disposal areas
The Setup: Beyond the Basics
What made this project stand out wasn’t just the use of tarps, it was how Eagle’s engineered systems performed where hardware store plastics simply wouldn’t.
Unlike generic tarps, Eagle’s solutions included flame-retardant coatings, seatbelt-grade reinforced webbing, and internal seams that provided secure tie points across the entire structure, not just the edges.
The contractor also relied on Eagle’s pre-measured panels and reinforced seam designs to reduce install time and avoid costly mid-project tarp failures.
The Results: Control That Held Up
- 100% containment compliance
- Zero tarp or seam failures during 6+ weeks of blasting
- 18% reduction in setup time
- No fines, delays, or containment-related rework
- OSHA and city-code compliant from day one
The crew emphasized how well the Coated Airbag Tarps held up to constant abrasion, while Durashield Tarps stood strong even under repeat equipment contact. The Containment Funnels also simplified cleanup and minimized airborne risk.
The products that made it possible:
Coated Airbag Tarps
- Puncture- and flame-resistant with sealed seams
- Ideal for blasting, paint, and dust containment zones
Durashield Tarps
- Heavy-duty, reusable protection for foot and tool traffic
- Built to handle impact and long-term exposure
Containment Funnels
- Gravity-fed debris control that simplifies waste collection
- Designed for blasting, demolition, and tank work
Plus: More containment options from Eagle
Eagle offers a complete lineup of containment solutions to match any jobsite need. From Canvas FR Tarps for breathable, fire-resistant coverage, to Coated Geotarps for erosion control and containment on ground surfaces, every tarp is built to solve a challenge.
Need structural solutions? Our TEPE Containment System, Keder Roof Sheeting, and Roof Bonnets are scaffold-free, modular systems that protect elevated tanks and high-risk zones with speed, compliance, and confidence.
The bottom line?
Eagle’s Containment Tarps aren’t just better materials, they’re a system built for the demands of high-risk jobs. When crews need reliability, compliance, and containment that won’t tear under pressure, they turn to Eagle. From blast zones to bridge wraps, we don’t just contain the site, we contain the challenge.
Want to learn more? Visit eagleind.com or reach out to our Sales Team at sales@eagleind.com.