Flood Barrier Devices
HYLO | Self Closing Flood Barrier
Developed in Holland, the ingenious HYFLO Self Closing Flood Barrier SCFB™ is a unique flood defense system that effectively protects property from floodwaters and requires no manpower whatsoever for effective deployment.
This award-winning system automatically deploys a buoyant floodwall from below grade to provide optimal protection against high water. The SCFB preserves a building’s aesthetics and requires no valuable space. It can be built into a permanent floodwall or levee, as well as any opening in a building or facility.
How the Self Closing Flood Barrier works:
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The FB77 is perfect for utilities, nuclear power plants and industrial tunnels and passageways that must be fully sealed during a high-water and flash flood events. If valuable equipment or infrastructure is exposed in the event of flooding, the FB77’s hinged gate and pneumatic seals will provide efficient and superior protection from flood waters.
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Size
Custom built to any dimensions up to 40 square feet
Panel
6061-T6 Aluminum
Frame
Low-carbon steel (stainless steel optional)
Seals
Presray pneumatic-seal technology
Hardware:
Hinges: Presray 6-way adjustable hinges for panels over 24 sq. ft. heavy-duty low friction hinges for panels 24 sq. ft. and under.
Latches: Slide bolts to hold panel in closed position
Finish
Bright aluminum finish for panel. Conversion frame primed.
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Check Fact Sheet here.
In storage position, all operational parts of the barrier are concealed in an underground storage basin. The basin in covered with a connected lid and is flush to adjacent ground.
When floodwaters rise, an inlet pipe fills the basin and the flood barrier floats and rises. When the basin is totally filled, an angled support block locks the barrier into watertight position.
The floodwaters continue to rise without flooding the protected area. When the water subsides, the basin drains using check valves and the barrier returns to its storage position.
