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Big Bags USA - Making Engineers' Jobs Easier!

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Engineers can often have a very difficult time coming up with the proper specifications for their jobs. The engineer has the primary responsibility of producing a complete, accurate, biddable and buildable set of plans for the entire project.  In addition, they must take into consideration any policies, regulations, permits, etc. that might interfere with the project.  Each type of job has different requirements, but with each project, detailed plans are key to the projects success. In the Big Bags USA world, engineers make plans for certain projects like water diversion and coffer dams. The Big Bags USA system is a perfect tool for engineers to use when creating their spec plans for a project.  In addition, Big Bags USA can often provide low cost alternatives to help contractors understand how to bid for the project.  As you know, the lowest bidder often gets the job and Big Bags USA can make the difference for that contractor.  We love working with engine...

Protect Yourself During a Flood

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Flood-related injuries and deaths most commonly involve being trapped in flood waters.  To avoid being trapped by rapid changes in water levels, you should always follow authorities' orders to evacuate low-lying areas or the likely path of rising waters.  If you find yourself in a flooding situation, follow these flood protection tips from FEMA : Evacuate  If authorities advise or order an evacuation, please do so immediately.  Be sure to remember the 5 P's of Evacuation: People, Prescriptions, Paper, Personal Needs and Priceless Items.  If you're in the path of a slow-onset flood and have extra time before you need to evacuate, consider the following tips:  Move any items you want to protect to a higher floor.  Turn off the gas, water and electricity if you know how and can do it safely.  Do not touch electrical equipment if it is already wet or you are standing in water.  Put Big Bags USA flood barriers around your property....

Removal of Big Bags USA Systems

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Clean-up is quick and easy with the Big Bags USA protective flood barrier system .  They can be emptied either on-site or lifted individually by forklift or pay loader.  The sandbags are dumped by placing individual sandbags into a pay-loader, lifting bucket 8-10 feet, tilting bucket forward until the sandbags turn upside down and falls top down. The sandbags can then either be lifted off the sand pile or will need the bucket to push or pull it to loosen the sandbags from the sand pile. The best part, our innovative flood barriers can be re-used! Removal of Systems and Resources When ready to dismantle Big Bags USA flood barriers, use the same equipment as in deployment with the addition of a front fork attachment (if applicable).  When Big Bags USA barriers are properly removed, they may be washed and stored for a later date.  Any sand that is NOT contaminated may be re-used as well.  There are two preferred methods of recovery recommended by DRIPS, LL...

Maintenance of Deployed Big Bags USA Systems

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Big Bags USA flood barriers provide lightning fast flood protection at a fraction of the cost. Our innovative technology has earned its rank in the Top Ten Flood Barriers list.  Big Bags USA barriers are rated for over 2,200 hours of direct sunlight. Our sand-filled demonstration systems displayed outside of the factory remain uncompromised after 10 years of exposure to the elements.  Although our flood barriers are created to withstand the elements, they need regular maintenance to stay in top condition! Maintenance of Deployed Systems Big Bags USA flood barriers are comprised of the highest in ultra-violet protection woven directly into Big Bags USA polypropylene sandbags. Should water penetrate Big Bags USA both sides and bottom weave of systems and are woven to allow access moisture to drain away. Little to no maintenance should be required. However, monitoring and preventive maintenance are the best way to insure the integrity of your flood barrier. DRIPS, ...