THE NEXT GENERATION IN FLOOD PROTECTION M A Flash Floods TM N Severe Storms Water Main Break Swelling Rivers U A Hurricanes L Construction
HOW THE WATER FORCE WORKS Water accumulates inside the barrier and exerts pressure on the bottom of the fabric, which keeps the barrier in place. The speed or direction of the incoming water is not important, as it is the water pressure that causes the barrier to open up. TABLE OF CONTENTS How it Works .................................................................................................2 TESTED: Golden Rules to Follow ..........................................................................
the water. When the Water-Gate is curved you must take extra caution to ensure that water does not seep underneath by ensuring that the front has no folds that water can get underneath. Use sand bags or other weighted objects & place them on top of these folds. MAKE A CORNER OR CURVING THE WATER Too much water seeping underneath can cause the Water-Gate to slip.
Water-Gates smallest 6” / 15 cm model, which can onlyWATER-GATES be connected toMUST barriers the same size. C BOTH BE of COMPLETELY UNFOLDED AT THE ATTAC 13 1m 1.12 m 2.5890 m /kg 8’-3” 198 m / 650 ft 700 kg / 1,550 lbs Outer dimension of crate 13 Number / 1,950 lbs 2.5WL-2050 m / 8’-3” 198 m / 650 ft the two Water-Gates and laying Barrier All our Water-Gates, regardless of size (water retention), can be connected Total weight Total length of 1 model m / 3’-3” 55 mm / 180 ft 150 kg / 330 lbs WL-2650 1.
SECURING THE ENDS OF THE WATER FORCES The ends of the Water Forces are not closed off, so they must be placed higher than the level of the anticipated water. Extra Water Force length may be needed for maximum safety. ELIMINATION OF WATER INFILTRATIONS UNDER THE BARRIER IMPORTANCE OF HAVING WATER PUMPS It is important to remove any object underneath the Water Force in order to prevent areas for water to infiltrate. Excessive water behind barrier causes unbalance & buoyancy.
SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS CALCULATION OF INSTALLATION TIME Units in a crate will be deployed at a nice rolling/walking speed to pull the Water Force out & lay on the ground. If units need to turn a corner- fully deploy out the units in straight line & then create the corner once on the ground. For speed of joining units, 2 people is preferred. One to pull & add tension, while the other attaches & smooths out the velcro from back to front each time.
FOLDING UP THE WATER FORCE FOR STORAGE It is very important to fold each Water Force with flaps laying flat to ensure a long shelf life. Folding the Water Force (model WL-1430 illustrated) 1 - After cleaning and drying the Water Force, stretch it out on a large flat surface. 2 - Make sure all inner flaps are facing the same direction & flat. A stick or pole may be used to help flatten.
p ar W TECHNICAL FABRIC SPECIFICATIONS PVC Fabric For models WL-06, WL-14, WL-20 & WL-26 For models WL-50 and WL-60 Properties Weight Base Fabric Minimum Specifications Minimum Specifications Tension resistance * Tear resistance Adhesion Heat resistance UV resistance Flame resistance Polyethylene woven fabric Properties Weight Base Fabric Tension resistance * Tear resistance Resistance to cold temperature UV resistance Flame resistance Woven polyester scrim Warp 40 kg/cm 245 lbs/in Fill*** 35 kg/
What skills are required for installation? Is training necessary? ENVIRONMENTAL FOOTPRINT No particular skills are required. However, basic training is recommended. Installation is simple but does require a minimum of understanding. Chances are you will find everything you need to know in this manual. If you have any questions after going through it, a technician will be happy to give you more information.
Will the Water Force withstand parallel water flow? Parallel water flow is not a problem. In the photo, there was more water flowing than the Water Force intended to withstand, and the current was swift. In the same trail with lots of parallel flowing water, we attempted to damage the Water Force with wood fragments. Our testing process was rigorous but did not result in any damage to the Water Force.
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