How does it work?

The flexible dams in our WT range are light and quick to install. They help to block pollution or create a mobile suction point, regardless of the river’s profile.

pollution control dam in river 3D hydrocarbon separator

Anti-Pollution

Trap pollution before it spreads
WT series (with release holes)

The Water-Gate© anti-pollution dam features openings at its base that can be operated to let clean water flow through. The pollutant is therefore confined to the surface, where it builds up for long enough to be treated. The release holes can be opened or closed during use.

principle of the water gate dam for outdoor fire defense

Fire defence

A better way to use natural water points
WT series or WA series (without release holes)

Our flexible dams allow pumps to draw from the entire hydrographic network: rural areas, mountains, and even around forest fires. The smallest brook, stream or river becomes a firefighting reserve that can be mobilised by firefighters. A 10 l/s trickle of water is enough to quickly supply 2 fire hoses.

Benefits

Emergency protection

  • Ready to use: Emergency Response Plans (ERPs), disaster management plans, Carriage of Dangerous Goods (CDG).
  • Lightning-fast installation as close as possible to the pollution.
  • Self-locking: no anchorage required.

Exceptional resistance

  • 12 hours of guaranteed chemical resistance.
  • Mechanical resistance: highly abrasion and tear-resistant material / secure stitching.
  • Temperature resistance: +50 °C to -40 °C without damage.
  • List of products tested.

Environmental protection

  • A single anti-pollution dam for dense or floating pollutants.
  • 100%-efficient in any type of watercourse: narrow width, shallow draught, rocky bed, etc.
  • Make better use of natural water points without the need for new land-use planning.
  • No need to always use drinking water to extinguish fires. DECI: French decree no. 2015-235 of 27th February 2015 regarding exterior fire protection.

Optimise existing resources

  • Broadens the operating area of mobile emergency units.
  • Compact: fits alongside all types of machinery.
  • Faster emergency response.
  • Helps to reduce costly investments in tanks/reservoirs.
  • A small investment with a big return in terms of water capacity.
a floating motor pump used to supply water with the watergate barrier of megasecureurope

Release holes, closable

Control the discharge flow of clean water. WT barriers are supplied with closable release holes.

To avoid surface pollution overflowing, a stable height must be maintained upstream of the dam. Open the required number of release holes at the foot of the dam in order to maintain a stable level.
It is possible to open and close the release holes during use by simply applying pressure to the hatch.

detail of an opened release hole of the water-gate pollution control barrier for rivers

Technical specifications

  • Diameter: 4.5 ” (11.4 cm)
  • Operated by Velcro straps, allowing the holes to be opened and closed during use
  • The directional valve held in place by straps directs the flow directly onto the anti-erosion flap to facilitate the operation and protect the river bed

Number of release holes per barrier

  • WT-2825 | 14 release holes

  • WT-2835 | 24 release holes

  • WT-2850 | 39 release holes

  • WT-3930 | 19 release holes

  • WT-3950 | 39 release holes

  • Custom manufacturing for WT-50 and WT-60 models
trous de relâche pour l'évacuation de la pollution

WT: a full range of flexible dams for river aid

dam pollution retention river schema of principle
Features:
* Cofferdam designed without ballast: the flexible leading edge fits perfectly over uneven surfaces
** Only for installation in standing water
*** Deep ground sheet that facilitates pedestrian passage and safe pumping for chutes
**** Limits the risk of erosion in the event of overflow, especially on sandy beds
Explanation of the WT range of anti pollution dams

Options

SUPPLEMENTARY PRODUCTS

Ballast roll

Ballast net designed to be hooked to the dam with the leading edge attachment rings.

Spillway and flexible pipeline

MegaSecur a développé un déversoir sur mesure avec un tuyau souple (DN 450) pour l’évacuation des surnageants vers l’aval.

Ridge edge with attachment line

Attach the absorbent tubes. Optional attachment line. Supply of specially designed oleophilic products.