FloodFence Lightweight vs FloodFence Heavyweight
Each unit incorporates a slim line base gasket allowing sealing to the ground terrain. Use is recommended on hard-standings. This system is ideal for controlling flowing water, for example diverting or deflecting damaging water flows to where you want them. Uses include for burst water mains and control of surface water run off.
The lightweight tends to be the best option when the sole use is for diverting or controlling water flow that is similar to that of a flash flood. This could be used in situations which involve burst pipes or a surprise volume of water that quickly appears and needs to be directed elsewhere.
The heavyweight alternative works in all the same ways as the lightweight. The core differences are the material and the weight which mean that the heavyweight alternative can be used in tidal environments also. It also works as a perfect containment environment for water in submerging lithium-ion batteries to help pacify any potential or ongoing thermal runaways.
As a result of the materials, the lightweight alternative will tend to be the more economically priced option of the two.
Our Effective FloodFence™ Range
FloodFence™ Lightweight
FloodFence™ is a lightweight and quick to deploy water diversionary system. The system can be connected and deployed rapidly to divert flowing waters away from assets.
FloodFence™ Heavyweight
Unlike plastic L-shaped barriers (which do not have ballast pre-applied) FloodFence™ Heavy has been developed to work in a tidal environment – as well surface water flooding.
FloodFence FAQs
What is the correct use of FloodFence?
FloodFence works best when diverting/controlling flow. The lightweight variant is best used to divert flow whereas the the heavyweight variant can be used in tidal environments. Also highly useful in flash floods for diverting heavy rainful away.
What is the difference between the lightweight & heavyweight versions?
The most obvious difference are the materials and therefore the weights of each FloodFence. FloodFence Lightweight is manufactured from polyethylene which is a plastic material whereas the FloodFence Heavyweight is crafted from steel. Due to the material, the heavyweight tends to be more expensive while due to the weight difference of the Heavyweight, it can also be used in Tidal situations.
Can the lightweight and heavyweight variants be used together?
Both variants cannot be used together. They are designed to connect with only another part of that range.
Is FloodFence water-tight?
Both FloodFence options are water tight however there may be small cases of seepage. This will still separate the water from the space as seen in both our images and videos.
Benefits & Differences
Lightweight vs Heavyweight
The differences between the two are slight but enough that each hold their own benefits of when and how to use them.
Lightweight
- Used for water flow diversion
- Control flash floods
- Connects to other units for extended length
- Stacks easily for storage
- Durable Plastic
- Reusable
- Uses water force to remain in place
- Can be used for drainage and burst pipes
- Chemical Spill Diversion
- Partially block off a weir crest for works
Heavyweight
- Used for water flow diversion
- Control flash floods
- Works in a tidal environment
- Connects to other units for extended length
- Stacks easily for storage
- Galvanised Metal
- Reusable
- Can be used for drainage and burst pipes
- Chemical Spill Diversion
- Partially block off a weir crest for works
- Contain water when submerging and extinguishing malfunctioning lithium-ion batteries
Popular FloodFence™ Barriers
FloodFence™ | Lightweight | Side Unit - FL-QFLS
FloodFence™ | Lightweight | Corner Unit - FL-QFLC
FloodFence™ | Lightweight | Corner Pin - FL-QFLCP || 72mm W x 30mm L x 328mm H
FloodFence™ | Lightweight | Wall Left Unit - FL-QFLWL || 240mm W x 580mm L x 450mm H
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