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GUIDE | HOW TO CHOOSE WATER-GATE BARRIER?
As an example, the following image shows a property protected by the Water-Gate Barrier. Follow the eight (8) important steps to determine what you need.Take into consideration any obstructions around the building (pools, trees, sheds, etc.).
You will need a clear path of at least 2 feet around the perimeter of the structure that is being protected.
A clear path will be required to place the Water-Gate into proper position
Multiple pumps are required to pump rain & seepage water away from the back end of the Water-Gate.
Choose pumps with a capacity of 2 to 14 liters / minute for
It is possible to create 90-degree corners by folding unit properly.
It is possible to attach units together thank to our integrated Velcro system.
Take into consideration the direction of water and make sure the barrier is positioned properly.
How to determine the required length?
The calculation of the required length is always made from the red line as shown on the front page.
Select height of protection needed:
Height can vary based on historical experiences, slopes and other factors.
Take into consideration the lowest point of your property to determine the required height.
Review chart below for distance required for placement of Water-Gate (red line).
Pay great attention to obstacles:
Increase length as needed to avoid any obstructions or create corners to circumvent them.
Connecting edge joints need to be at least 5ft away from corners.
WATER-GATE – TIPS
Make sure to select the right size of barrier and to use sump pumps or other available tools to prevent infiltrations and rainwater. Avoid Velcro joints at corners.6” high Water-Gate unit cannot be joined to any other Water-Gate height, all others are connectable.Review all obstructions when measuring how much room you will need to deploy the Water-Gate properly. Each Water-Gate has a 4 :1 ratio of depth to height for secure stability, which guarantee a long-term stability.
Sandbags are needed on front edges where there are specific creases or folds and throughout unit to prevent seepage.Water-Gate barriers are FM Approved.
THE 4 GOLDEN RULES TO SUCCESSFULLY INSTALL THE BARRIER
1- Never try to contain a leak behind the barrier
If there are leaks, prevent water from seeping in front of the barrier. In most cases, this problem is caused by infiltrations upstream. If you try to control a leak behind the barrier, it could create a small pool below it and make it unstable.1- Never try to contain a leak behind the barrier
If there are leaks, prevent water from seeping in front of the barrier. In most cases, this problem is caused by infiltrations upstream. If you try to control a leak behind the barrier, it could create a small pool below it and make it unstable.
2- Pump the water behind the barrier
It is important to leave enough space between the building and the back of the barrier to install a water pump. Do not allow water seeping under the barrier to accumulate behind it. One of the next chapters discusses the importance of water pumps.2- Pump the water behind the barrier
It is important to leave enough space between the building and the back of the barrier to install a water pump. Do not allow water seeping under the barrier to accumulate behind it. One of the next chapters discusses the importance of water pumps.
3- Put a regular weight on the front bib
Do not attach the barrier to the ground. Water entering the barrier creates a weight that holds back the incoming water. It is important to place weights on the front to reduce infiltration. The WL model, created for flood control, is designed with integrated ballasts for rapid deployment. The weights reduce infiltration under the barrier and allow it to stay securely on the ground.3- Put a regular weight on the front bib
Do not attach the barrier to the ground. Water entering the barrier creates a weight that holds back the incoming water. It is important to place weights on the front to reduce infiltration. The WL model, created for flood control, is designed with integrated ballasts for rapid deployment. The weights reduce infiltration under the barrier and allow it to stay securely on the ground.
4- Prevent water from accumulating under the barrier
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Remove any objects that may cause infiltration under the front of the barrier. It is designed to stay in place on all surfaces, be it asphalt, gravel, turf or concrete. However, if there is too much water under the front, the barrier will not stick as well and could slip. Therefore, it is important to ensure that the ground is free from all objects that could cause a build-up of water under the barrier.
We do recommend to store the barrier in its carrying bag or a crate. Always keep the barrier away from UV rays to prevent damages.
In the event of a tear, you can easily and quickly repair the barrier, even during use. Feel free to contact us for further information.
MegaSecur is proud to meet the needs of a vast and diversified Customers.
Our products are dedicated to Public institutions, municipalities, cities, firefighters, emergency responders, civil security, and other first responders, military forces/Army, large companies, SMEs, Very small business. Resident associations, individuals and more.
We have limited stock for this use.
Please contact us to consider this possibility.
The average life span of a WaterGate flood protection barrier is between 20 and 25 years.
Yes, any flood carries a more or less quantity of sediment.
Mud does not modify the dam stability or efficiency, even in large quantities.
When a flash flood occurs, response time is critical. The Water‑Gate™ flood dam can be quickly and easily deployed in three easy steps. The design uses the weight of the incoming floodwater to deploy and stabilize itself. Water enters and accumulates at the bottom of the barrier as the water level rises, causing the barrier to unfold and swell. The water pressure will open the dam and keep it in place, regardless of the nature of the terrain beneath the dam.
Step 1: Unroll the barrier. Step 2: Unfold the first fold. Step 3: Allow the water to accumulate inside.
It is as simple as that.
Yes, all Water-Gate water barriers can be joined together regardless of the size or the model, with the exception of the WL-0630 which can only be joined to other WL-0630 barriers. It is recommended to join barriers when dry.
Our advisors can move throughout all around the world depending on their projects and availability. Please feel free to contact us for a comprehensive evaluation of your project.
The barrier is folded into the crate in a concertina style. It needs to be repacked correctly in order to be ready for the next deployment. We recommend completing the e-learning for this use.
Yes, the use of sump pumps is highly recommended. No matter what type of barrier you use, a certain amount of water will always seep into the protected area. This is particularly true in the case of rain.
The usage of wooden dowels, styrofoam, and sandbags are required to meet the FM Approved installation due to the measured leakage rate during testing.
All WL models with a height exceeding 39″ (1 m) are FM approved.
It all depends on the model you choose. We provide barriers from 6-79 inches.
The dam is effective from the first inch of water.
The WL barrier has a weighted ballast bag that is sewn directly onto the front bib. This ballast bag creates a uniform weight across the length of the dam and molds to the shape of the terrain to limit seepage.
The seepage feature depends on two factors:
- The soil condition (the smoother the soil the better the watertighness)
- The draining effect (important for the long-term floods).
Watertightness increases with the flood height and the pressure exerted by the liquid on the floor fabric. The leakage rate is less than 1.06 Gallon (U.S) per min. and per linear meter on the smooth floor (concrete type). If this leakage rate is considered to be too great, it is possible to reduce it considerably by spreading under the leading edge a seal of mastic or silicone cartridge type, or natural products of molasses type
Yes, the barrier is incredibly resilient and was designed to resist different waves, winds, and objects in the water. It absorbs the energy collision and returns to its original shape.
The wave movement can cause a slight overflow. Resistance to waves and impacts has been tested by the US Army. Watch the video here.
Yes, any flood carries a more or less quantity of sediment.
Mud does not modify the dam stability or efficiency, even in large quantities.
The overflow diverter, also called a weir or spillway, is installed on the Water-Gate water barrier and allows excess water to be directed downstream, which drains the bottom of the stream. This system replaces a heavy-duty pump and can drain 90 liters per second (1440 US gallons per minute). A plus for the environment!
It all depends on the model you choose. We provide barriers from 6-79 inches.
The dam is effective from the first inch of water.
Yes, the barrier is incredibly resilient and was designed to resist different waves, winds, and objects in the water. It absorbs the energy collision and returns to its original shape.
The wave movement can cause a slight overflow. Resistance to waves and impacts has been tested by the US Army. Watch the video here.
The WT series is equipped with release holes that can be opened or closed as needed. This allows clear water to run its course while pollutants remain trapped on the surface (underflow dam/overflow dam).
The WT series is effective whether your emergency involves a run-off of harmful substances from a pipeline, fuel truck accident, train derailment, plane crash, loss of electrical transformer, oil spill, pipes damaged during excavation work or any other accidental hazmat spill.
It all depends on the model you choose. We provide barriers from 6-79 inches.
The dam is effective from the first inch of water.
Yes, the barrier is incredibly resilient and was designed to resist different waves, winds, and objects in the water. It absorbs the energy collision and returns to its original shape.
The wave movement can cause a slight overflow. Resistance to waves and impacts has been tested by the US Army. Watch the video here.
Yes, the training is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Yes, access to our e-learning gives you full access to all the trainings available.
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A certificate of achievement is issued once the training is complete. Note that the name on the certificate will be the same you entered at the registration step.
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The average duration of the training is 40 minutes. It is possible to start the training and then finish later. A backup recording is made automatically.
As with most industrial products, the lack of clear information or recommendations of use from the manufacturer generally contributes to under-utilisation or disappointing performance. The e-Learning was made in the aim of providing Customers with the best tips and advices for a successful, rapid and secure installation.
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