Introducing the Flood Cube: an eco-friendly, budget-conscious solution for safeguarding both residential and commercial properties against surface water flooding. Engineered to form effective barriers and redirect water flow, the Flood Cube boasts integral handles for effortless handling and deployment. With a 5-year shelf life, vacuum-packed storage, and lightweight design, Flood Cubes offer convenience and peace of mind for flood preparedness.
How does the Flood Cube work?
The Flood Cube operates as an eco-conscious and cost-effective solution for safeguarding properties against surface water flooding. It serves a dual purpose of forming barriers and redirecting water flow, featuring integral handles for effortless handling and deployment.
Activated by submersion in fresh water or soaking with a hosepipe (avoiding salt water), the Flood Cube partially activates within 3 minutes and fully activates within 5 minutes. Once activated, the cubes are positioned strategically to form barriers or stacked for wall-like constructions up to 1.2m high.
Composed of ultrasonic, non-woven polypropylene outer bags and hydrophilic nano-SAP internal fills, Flood Cubes are vacuum-packed for easy storage and lightweight transportation. Each fully activated cube weighs approximately 20kg, providing a stable barrier against flooding.
After use, the non-toxic internal material disperses into the ground, while the outer sack is disposed of in accordance with local authority guidelines. With a 5-year shelf life, Flood Cubes offer long-term flood prevention solutions for homes, shops, offices, and building sites, ensuring readiness and efficiency during emergencies.
One pack of 4 Flood Cubes can be laid out to protect:
- 1 row of 4: a span of 160cm to a height of 15cm
- 2 rows of 2: a span of 80cm to a height of 30cm
- 4 rows of 1: a span of 40cm to a height of 60cm
So for a standard patio door of 200cm wide, 5 packs of Flood Cubes will protect to a height of 60cm.
Watch the Flood Cube in action:
What are the benefits of using Flood Cube?
The Flood Cube offers a multitude of benefits, making it an indispensable tool for flood prevention and mitigation:
- Environmentally Friendly: Crafted with eco-conscious materials, the Flood Cube provides a sustainable solution to surface water flooding, minimising environmental impact.
- Cost-Effective: Offering a cost-effective alternative to traditional flood protection measures, the Flood Cube provides value without compromising on effectiveness.
- Versatile Applications: Suitable for both commercial and domestic properties, the Flood Cube can be deployed in various settings including homes, shops, garages, driveways, and commercial properties.
- Dual Functionality: Not limited to barrier formation, the Flood Cube can also divert the flow of water, enhancing its utility in flood management scenarios.
- Ease of Deployment: Fabricated with integral handles, the Flood Cube is incredibly easy to handle and deploy, ensuring quick and hassle-free activation when needed.
- Stackable Design: With the ability to be stacked up to 1.2m high, the Flood Cube enables the construction of robust flood barriers to protect against rising water levels effectively.
- Long Shelf Life: Offering convenience and readiness, the Flood Cube boasts a shelf life of up to 5 years when stored unopened, providing peace of mind for long-term flood preparedness.
- Efficient Activation: Featuring a rapid activation process, with partial activation occurring in under 3 minutes and full activation in around 5 minutes, the Flood Cube ensures swift response during flooding emergencies.
- Safe Composition: Comprised of non-toxic materials, the Flood Cube poses no harm to the environment or users, ensuring safety during deployment and disposal.
- Compact Storage: Vacuum-packed for easy storage, the Flood Cube can be conveniently stored in preparation for floods and activated at a moment's notice, offering readiness during emergencies.
How to use the Flood Cube?
Using the Flood Cube is a straightforward process, ensuring quick and effective flood protection:
- Activation: Submerge the Flood Cube in fresh water or soak it with a hosepipe. Avoid using salt water, as it may affect the activation process. Partial activation begins in under 3 minutes, with full activation achieved in around 5 minutes expanding to their activated dimensions of 400mm x 360mm x 150mm. Each fully activated sack can hold approximately 18-20 litres of water, providing a stable barrier against flooding.
- Placement: Once activated, position the Flood Cubes in the desired location. They can be laid out individually or stacked up to 1.2m high for a wall-like construction if needed. Integral handles facilitate effortless handling and deployment.
- Disposal: After use, the internal, non-toxic material of the Flood Cube can be dispersed into the ground, contributing to environmental sustainability. The outer bag should be disposed of in accordance with local authority guidelines, typically through landfill or incineration.
- Storage and Readiness: Vacuum-packed for easy storage, Flood Cubes can be conveniently stored until needed. With a shelf life of up to 5 years when unopened, they remain ready for activation at a moment's notice, offering peace of mind and preparedness for flood emergencies.
By following these simple steps, you can effectively deploy Flood Cubes to protect your property or divert floodwater, safeguarding against damage and loss caused by surface water flooding.
When and where can you use Flood Cube?
The Flood Cube offers versatile applications, providing effective flood protection and water diversion in various settings:
- Homes: Protect residential properties from surface water flooding, safeguarding interiors and belongings against water damage.
- Shops: Shield commercial establishments from floodwaters, preserving merchandise and maintaining business continuity.
- Garages: Prevent water ingress in garage spaces, safeguarding vehicles, tools, and stored items.
- Doors, Gateways & Driveways: Create barriers to block floodwaters from entering through entrances and driveways, maintaining accessibility and safety.
- Commercial Properties: Secure commercial buildings, offices, and warehouses against flood damage, ensuring operational continuity and asset protection.
- Divert Water Flow: Redirect water flow away from vulnerable areas or toward designated drainage points, mitigating flood risks and reducing water-related hazards.
Flood Cubes are suitable for use in various scenarios, including residential areas, commercial spaces, and industrial sites. Their lightweight construction and compact design allow for easy storage and deployment, making them ideal for emergency flood preparedness. Whether protecting homes, shops, offices, or building sites, Flood Cubes offer an affordable and reliable solution for flood prevention and mitigation.
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Here is further product information and specifications:
Pack Size: Pack of 4 cubes
Dimensions:
Before Hydration – 400mm x 360mm x 30mm
After Hydration – 400mm x 360mm x 150mm
Absorbency: 18-20 Ltr of Water
Recycling info: Non Recyclable
Usage: Single Use
How to deploy the Flood Cube?
To deploy the Flood Cube effectively, follow these straightforward steps:
- Activation: Begin by activating the Flood Cube. Submerge it in fresh water or soak it with a hosepipe. Avoid using salt water, as it may affect the activation process. Partial activation will commence within three minutes, with full activation achieved in approximately five minutes.
- Placement: Once activated, position the Flood Cubes in the desired location. They can be laid out to form a barrier or stacked to create a wall-like structure if needed. Integral handles facilitate easy handling and deployment.
- Stacking: If a higher barrier is required, Flood Cubes can be stacked on top of each other, reaching a height of up to 1.2 meters. This stacking capability enables flexible adaptation to varying flood levels and terrain.
- Disposal: After use, the internal, non-toxic material can be dispersed into the ground, promoting environmental sustainability. However, the outer sack should be disposed of responsibly, either in a landfill or by incineration in accordance with local regulations.
By following these simple deployment instructions, you can utilise Flood Cubes to protect properties, divert water flow, and mitigate flood-related damage effectively.
See the Flood Cube being deployed:
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