FloodReady Bags: The Modern Alternative to Sandbags
How Do FloodReady Bags Work?
Flooding can be devastating, and while many consider sandbags, local councils have no legal obligation to provide them. It's up to individuals to protect their properties from flooding.
FloodReady Bags offer a practical solution: they contain a semi-porous inner liner with absorbent crystals that absorb water up to 90% capacity within 3 minutes.
Each bag, weighing just 150g when dry, expands to the equivalent of a 22kg sandbag without the need for sand, extensive storage, or heavy lifting.
Benefits of Using FloodReady Bags
FloodReady Bags are an efficient and reliable substitute for traditional sandbags, offering numerous benefits:
- Always Ready: No need to panic-buy sandbags during a flood warning.
- Rapid Deployment: Activated by water and ready to use within minutes, staying effective until the flood subsides.
- Lightweight: Weigh just 150g before use, making them easy to handle and deploy.
- Efficient Transportation: Thousands can be transported in a single van, saving on fuel, wages, and manpower.
- Versatile: Can be used to block toilets and other entry points from sewage backup.
- Eco-Friendly: 100% biodegradable, contributing to environmental sustainability.
Additional Uses for FloodReady Bags
While primarily for flood defense, FloodReady Bags are versatile:
- Indoor Use: Place dry bags under leaking pipes, boilers, or sinks to absorb water.
- Sewage Protection: Insert a dry bag into the toilet to block sewage backup during flooding.
How to use FloodReady Bags
Its highlighy recommended to read the instruction manual before setting up your FloodReady Bags.
How to Use FloodReady Bags
For wider apertures like patio doors, garages, or driveways, FloodReady Bags provide effective flood defense. Here’s how to use them:
- Preparation: Remove the bags from their packaging.
- Activation: Soak the bags in water for 3 minutes, increasing their weight from 150g to 22kg.
- Deployment: Place them where needed; they can remain effective for up to 3 months.
- Disposal: After use, dispose of them in general waste as they are biodegradable.
Deploying FloodReady Bags
Using FloodReady Bags is simple:
- Activation: Submerge each bag in water until fully expanded (up to 7 minutes), absorbing up to 20 liters.
- Building a Barrier: Arrange the activated bags in overlapping layers to create a solid flood barrier.
Disposing of used FloodReady Bags
After a flooding event, it is crucial to dispose of FloodReady Bags properly, as they may be contaminated.
Fortunately, FloodReady Bags are largely biodegradable, making disposal straightforward.
Simply discard them in regular waste designated for landfill, ensuring an environmentally responsible approach to managing flood aftermath.
How Many FloodReady Bags Do You Need?
A box of 20 FloodReady Bags can protect a 2-meter span to a height of around 60cm.
Plan your barrier and measure the area to determine the number required, plus extras for safety.
Alternative Uses for FloodReady Bags
FloodReady Bags are not just for flood situations; they are versatile and can address various other challenges.
- Indoor Use: In their dry, vacuum-packed state, FloodReady Bags can be placed under leaking pipes, boilers, taps, and sinks to absorb water and prevent damage in homes and businesses. By positioning FloodReady Bags in these vulnerable areas, you can effectively safeguard your property and belongings from water damage.
- Sewage Protection: To manage flooding through sewage pipes, roll a dry FloodReady Bag and gently insert it into the toilet. Upon contact with water, the bag will expand, creating a seal that helps contain and prevent issues related to sewage pipe flooding. This simple technique offers a quick and reliable solution to toilet-related flooding problems.