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FLOOD DEFENCE PRODUCTS
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BoxBarrier is a cost-effective, temporary flood defence system which has the huge advantage of quick and easy installation and removal.
The modular flood defence consists of boxes, lids and joints. When the boxes are filled with water the system creates a highly-effective, robust flood barrier. When empty, BoxBarrier is lightweight and compact making it easy to transport and install, especially when compared to much heavier sandbags.
Apart from a simple pump, no additional equipment is required for installation. BoxBarrier does not require a permanent foundation and can be deployed quickly. The UV-stabilised polyethylene construction means it can be used multiple times, can be stored outside and is 100% recyclable.
BoxBarrier consists of three different parts, a box, a lid and a connecting element. Apart from a simple pump, no additional equipment or foundation is required for installation.
BoxBarrier can be installed on variety of surfaces and water can be pumped into BoxBarrier by using a simple pump. 100 metres of BoxBarrier can be filled in one hour by a standard 30m³ per hour pump.
Removal from site is even faster. The boxes can be emptied by the pump or a bucket, removed by hand and stacked with the joints stored in the top box. There is no debris to clear up, which is often the case with weathered and ruptured sandbags.
The compact shape and stackability means both easy transportation and efficient storage. BoxBarrier can stack up to 20 units high, is weather-resistant and durable can be stored outside though dry storage is more preferable.
The compact shape and stackability of BoxBarrier makes transportation easy.
10 to 20 BoxBarrier units can be moved in an average car trailer. Larger quantities can be transported by truck or container. 250 BoxBarrier units can be stored in one conventional 20ft container.
With corner pieces it is possible to place BoxBarriers in sharp angles up to 90 degrees.
Wall pieces make it possible to create a watertight join between a wall or other fixed structure and BoxBarrier.
BoxBarrier can even be installed in water when an area is already flooded. It can be transported on the water by floating or by boat and deployed at the required location. After filling with water, the system is ready and floodwater from the flooded area can be pumped away.
More than just a flood barrier, because BoxBarrier can be walked on, it can also be used as temporary bridge in a flooded area, especially in urban floods.
| Component | Specification | Details |
|---|---|---|
| General | Product Type | Rapid-Deployment Flood Barrier System |
| Purpose | Provides immediate, temporary flood protection for properties, buildings, doorways, and other vulnerable areas by creating a barrier against rising floodwaters | |
| Operating Principle | The barrier is lightweight when empty and fills with the encroaching floodwater, using the water's own weight to stabilize and hold the barrier firmly in place | |
| Deployment Method | Quick and easy to deploy by a single person; no need for sand, heavy lifting, or complex assembly | |
| Applications | Suitable for protecting homes, businesses, public buildings, entryways, driveways, critical infrastructure, and as a diversion tool for floodwaters | |
| Benefits | Reusable, lightweight when empty, effective against floodwaters, rapid deployment, environmentally friendly (no sand disposal issues), durable, minimal storage space required compared to sandbags, safe and easy to handle | |
| Lifespan | Designed for a long working life, making it a sustainable flood protection solution | |
| Maintenance | Requires cleaning and proper storage after use (simply hose off, allow to dry, and stack) | |
| Certification/Compliance | Conforms to PAS 1188-1:2014 (standard for temporary flood protection products) | |
| Warranty | 10-year warranty (when subscribed to the Andel Service and Maintenance Plan) | |
| Barrier Unit | Material | Durable, high-quality material (often tough, UV-stabilized polyethylene or similar robust plastic) |
| Construction | Robust, one-piece moulded construction (for individual units) | |
| Interlocking Feature | Designed to interlock or connect securely with adjacent units to form a continuous, impermeable barrier | |
| Weight (Empty) | Lightweight for easy transport and deployment (e.g., a single unit can be easily carried by one person) | |
| Weight (Filled) | Becomes heavy and stable once filled with water, resisting movement from flood currents | |
| Performance | Protection Height | Available in different sizes to protect against various flood depths (e.g., 20cm/8in, 50cm/20in, 60cm/24in, 90cm/36in) |
| Water Resistance | Forms a tight seal on flat, hard surfaces; can adapt somewhat to uneven surfaces due to its weight | |
| Current Resistance | Stable against flowing water once filled | |
| Sizes & Dimensions | BoxBarrier 20 (H x W x L) | 20 cm x 48 cm x 99 cm (protection height 20 cm) |
| BoxBarrier 50 (H x W x L) | 50 cm x 60 cm x 120 cm (protection height 50 cm) | |
| BoxBarrier 60 (H x W x L) | 60 cm x 60 cm x 120 cm (protection height 60 cm) | |
| BoxBarrier 90 (H x W x L) | 90 cm x 80 cm x 120 cm (protection height 90 cm) | |
| Storage | Stackability | Designed to stack efficiently for compact storage when not in use |
| Accessories | Corner Pieces | Specific corner units available to create continuous barriers around corners |
| Entry/Exit Points | Can be used in conjunction with other flood defence components for vehicle/pedestrian access |
