FAQs About Big Bags USA® Flood Barriers - Part 2
The Big Bags USA® Flood Barrier was designed to specifically make it faster and easier than ever to deploy and tear down a flood barrier system. So many communities, homes, and businesses are at risk because they aren’t adequately prepared to deal with the numerous types of flooding that can be inflicted on an area. You can’t stop the floodwaters, but you can help prepare for them and redirect them depending on the systems that you have in place. If you haven’t ever heard of Big Bags USA, now is the time to get educated. Check out these frequently asked questions about our systems, you may just find them to be the perfect solution for your state.
Did you miss part one? You can check it out here: FAQs About Big Bags USA® Flood Barriers - Part 1
Q: What is the best way to fill the sandbags?
A: Big Bags USA flood barrier systems are easily filled to the top or near the top of bags height. There are no additional ‘techniques or requirements’ to fill the sandbags. The flood barrier can be filled with a loader, excavator, crane, and bucket or a cement mixer. The front loader is the favored option for speed and efficiency of filling.
Q: What is the life-span of the Big Bags USA protective flood barrier system?
A: Big Bags USA has a life span of 25 years when stored inside. Big Bags USA flood barrier can have a life of up to 4 years when deployed, depending on conditions. Direct sunlight, over extended time will weaken the polypropylene material. If the sandbags show signs of weakening after extended time under sunlight when lifted by straps, then the sandbags should be lifted by loader shovel from beneath for removal.
Q: Can the sandbags system be re-used?
A: Yes, Re-use of Big Bags USA flood barrier can continue if emptied without damage, washed and stored properly. Additional wood u-frames may be required to be inserted as they may be destroyed during the emptying of the sand from the sandbags.
Q: What are the advantages of the Big Bags Systems?
A: There are many advantages to these systems. The main advantage is the lack of labor involved with assembly and filling. The second advantage is the speed with which you can protect an area from flooding. The third would be the cost savings compared to any other flood protection product available.
Q: How long does it take for delivery?
A: It depends on the size of the order, but typically it will take 5 to 7 business days delivered to your destination.
Q: How are the sandbags emptied?
A: Clean-up is quick with Big Bags USA protective flood barrier system. They can be emptied either on-site or lifted individually by forklift or payloader. 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 lands 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. If the flood barrier will be re-used, then a staging location must be available for washing and drying the sandbags. If sandbags are to be destroyed, they can be incinerated as there are no toxic chemicals used in manufacturing.
Big Bags USA has made so many trips around the country to help communities set up their economical sandbags. We can show you the best way to make this system work, and give you the tips and techniques to get it done FAST. If you are even remotely interested in our fast flood barriers, please reach out. We would love to start talking about the best plan of action for your area.
Did you miss part one? You can check it out here: FAQs About Big Bags USA® Flood Barriers - Part 1
Q: What is the best way to fill the sandbags?
A: Big Bags USA flood barrier systems are easily filled to the top or near the top of bags height. There are no additional ‘techniques or requirements’ to fill the sandbags. The flood barrier can be filled with a loader, excavator, crane, and bucket or a cement mixer. The front loader is the favored option for speed and efficiency of filling.
Q: What is the life-span of the Big Bags USA protective flood barrier system?
A: Big Bags USA has a life span of 25 years when stored inside. Big Bags USA flood barrier can have a life of up to 4 years when deployed, depending on conditions. Direct sunlight, over extended time will weaken the polypropylene material. If the sandbags show signs of weakening after extended time under sunlight when lifted by straps, then the sandbags should be lifted by loader shovel from beneath for removal.
Q: Can the sandbags system be re-used?
A: Yes, Re-use of Big Bags USA flood barrier can continue if emptied without damage, washed and stored properly. Additional wood u-frames may be required to be inserted as they may be destroyed during the emptying of the sand from the sandbags.
Q: What are the advantages of the Big Bags Systems?
A: There are many advantages to these systems. The main advantage is the lack of labor involved with assembly and filling. The second advantage is the speed with which you can protect an area from flooding. The third would be the cost savings compared to any other flood protection product available.
Q: How long does it take for delivery?
A: It depends on the size of the order, but typically it will take 5 to 7 business days delivered to your destination.
Q: How are the sandbags emptied?
A: Clean-up is quick with Big Bags USA protective flood barrier system. They can be emptied either on-site or lifted individually by forklift or payloader. 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 lands 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. If the flood barrier will be re-used, then a staging location must be available for washing and drying the sandbags. If sandbags are to be destroyed, they can be incinerated as there are no toxic chemicals used in manufacturing.
Protect Your Community with the Fastest Flood Barriers
This has been an unusually wet year for many areas of the country, and that doesn’t even include hurricanes and tropical storms. If your town experiences flooding regularly, you don’t have time to lose. Now is the time to prepare your area for how to handle flooding, and stock up on the tools that will protect you.Big Bags USA has made so many trips around the country to help communities set up their economical sandbags. We can show you the best way to make this system work, and give you the tips and techniques to get it done FAST. If you are even remotely interested in our fast flood barriers, please reach out. We would love to start talking about the best plan of action for your area.
MADE IN THE USA ~ 100% Manufactured in Missouri ~ BUY AMERICAN
MADE IN THE USA ~ 100% Manufactured in Missouri ~ BUY AMERICAN
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