Water Activated Flood Barrier for Sale
JACKWIN offers a comprehensive range of water-activated flood barriers, including water-activated flood bags, water barrier spill bunds, water tube barriers, and water wall barriers. Our water-activated barriers are made of biodegradable materials and consist of an outer textile structure and an inner absorbent polymer, providing superior mobility, storage, and ease of use compared to sandbags.
Our water-activated flood barriers fully meet REACH requirements and have passed SGS testing, Water Absorption, Test Leakage Test, and Hydrostatic Pressure Test.
If you are a retailer, distributor, facility manager, or similar professional, our barriers can help you reduce procurement costs, increase profits, improve ROI, and prevent loss of life and property due to flooding. For more flood barriers, please click here!
What are Water Activated Flood Barriers?
JACKWIN water activated flood barriers are primarily made of non-woven fabric and SAP filler, pre-activated with fresh water to expand, and are seamlessly stacked together to block floodwaters.
How do water activated flood barriers work?
Our barriers are mainly divided into water-absorbing and water-filled types.
Water-absorbing flood barrier: Upon contact with fresh water, the internal superabsorbent polymer material rapidly absorbs moisture and expands, increasing in volume up to 30 times, forming a sturdy wall. It also adheres tightly to the ground and to each other, blocking the advance of floodwaters.
Water-filled flood barrier: Our barriers expand their internal cavities by filling them with water, while the serrated structure forms a self-supporting structure under water pressure. The greater the water flow and the greater the filling pressure, the stronger the barrier becomes.
Water Activated Flood Barrier by Type
JACKWIN water-activated flood barriers significantly lower the barrier to flood protection, eliminating the need for heavy lifting and other physically demanding tasks, thereby saving on labor costs. If you are interested in our barriers, please email us right away.
Made of non-woven fabric and filled with SAP, simplifies the loading and deployment process and can absorb 39–44 pounds of floodwater.
Made from 100% natural jute fibers, customized based on the sample, after being filled with water, weighs 18–20 kg, odorless and non-toxic, and can be used to prevent soil erosion.
No sand filling required, expands to 3.5 inches in 5 minutes, designed for use in freshwater environments, dual-chambered with seamless lamination.
Reinforced stitching to prevent tearing, an essential tool for disaster reduction and emergency response, with 100G/ML absorption.
Uses an L-shaped support that automatically deploys when unfolded, activated by the weight of water, with the top pushed up by the water and the bottom sinking.
12″ x 24″ before activation with clean water, fills within 3.5 minutes, and polymer granules distribute evenly throughout the material after activation.
Secure with fiberglass panels on the sides, attach a watering hose to the inlet and outlet, equipped with a gray reflective strip, 0.6 mm thick, available in a variety of colors.
Flexible and portable, it can be deployed in still water, flowing water, or on dry ground near bodies of water and is not affected by water pressure.
Water Activated Flood Barrier by Shape
JACKWIN water-activated flood barriers are typically available in bag, wall, tube, and cube configurations, allowing for flexible deployment in both open and confined spaces. If our barriers can benefit your business, please get in touch with our salers.
Made of PVC materials, 24ft length x 20in width x 12in height, 23.2 lbs in weight, by increasing the counterweight and raising the height.
Redirect water flow, is wear- and cold-resistant. uses D-rings and belts to extend the guardrail length, secured to the floor as water pressure increases.
Relying on linear intersections, adapting to the form and flow of the space, utilizing horizontal space, and emphasizing overall coherence.
Eliminate reliance on water pumps, generators, or sand and soil, reduce logistical burdens, and protect your family’s property.
Water Activated Flood Barrier by Application
JACKWIN water-activated flood barriers are available for the following applications and offer a wide range of flexible solutions.
Size: 6.5″ W x 17′ L x 3.5″, multiple barriers can be connected end-to-end, and the built-in wedge design ensures they remain aligned.
Features a wide, leak-proof, flexible skirted base with tool-free seams, designed for garden drainage, preventing soil erosion and damage.
Secure with clamps or weights to prevent slipping, 88 lbs in weight, use water to expand and block flood, 48” × 51” × 30.5” in size.
Made of high-strength carbon steel pipe and polyvinyl chloride Oxford cloth, 90 cm flood control height, 629 Mpa tensile strength, 611 MPa yield strength.
Made of PVC materials, 366 cm × 51 cm × 30.5 cm in size, 132 Gal / 500 L in water capacity, 11 Lbs / 5 Kg in weight.
Protect the basements or exteriors of single-family homes or townhouses with installations that won’t damage the walls.
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JACKWIN water activated flood barriers, thanks to their self-expanding properties, significantly reduce the need for manual support and installation time, thereby saving on labor and time costs.
Fully expands within 5 minutes and absorbs up to 80 times its own volume of water, increasing the flood protection height, and can withstand a minimum pressure and impact of 150 kg.
Reused over 200 times, suitable for long-term storage without damaging the molecular structure of the SAP materials, and returns to its original state after use through a drying and restoration mechanism.
Made with pure linen fabric for both the outer and inner layers, and filled with a non-toxic, odorless polymer moisture-retaining agent, not introduce any additional harmful chemicals.
Made from low-grammage 80 g/m² burlap or non-woven fabric, weighing no more than 450 g, with a maximum dry thickness of 0.8 cm, and compressible to over 90% of its original volume.
No professionals required; reaches maximum water-blocking height within 15 minutes; a single person can set up a 50-meter barrier.
Features an internal SAP filling that provides long-lasting moisture retention and resists scouring and stretching, with a 5-year service life.
Reduces labor and warehousing costs by 70% while helping retailers improve their ROI, with no waste from additional packing materials.
Reduces storage space by 90%, increases loading capacity fivefold, requires no special temperature or humidity control, but requires humidity control.
Customize Your Water Activated Flood Barriers
JACKWIN water-activated flood barriers can be exclusively customized according to your specified color, material, and logo. We offer comprehensive branding services and create custom designs tailored to your needs. If you have any requests, please email us immediately！
Water Activated Flood Barriers vs Sandbags
JACKWIN water-activated flood barriers are typically used in situations that require a rapid response and where space is limited.
- Our barriers are lighter than traditional sandbags and form a seamless seal when saturated, making them highly water-resistant.
- Our barriers can be installed by a single person without the need for mechanical assistance.
- Once our barriers are discarded, the internal gel can be buried as a soil moisture retainer for farmland, causing zero pollution.
Sandbags are a traditional flood control measure, especially for large dams or open areas.
- Filling, transporting, and stacking them can take several hours.
- During the stacking process, gaps can easily form, leading to failure or collapse after prolonged exposure to floodwater.
- High disposal costs & environmental pollution: Once saturated with water, the sandbags become heavy and are easily contaminated by wastewater; cleaning them is time-consuming and labor-intensive, and they can only be disposed of as solid waste in landfills.
Sandless Sandbags for Flood Protection
JACKWIN sandless sandbags use 5-foot-long sandbags to protect garages, basements, and warehouses, and to block doorways. Our sandless sandbags offer significant advantages in terms of supply chain efficiency, total production costs, and risk management compliance.
- Logistics & Warehousing Optimization: Our compact, sandless sandbags can help your warehouse store several times more inventory than before, reduce international shipping costs per item, and optimize supply chain efficiency.
- Reduced Operational Expenditure: Without the need for heavy machinery or fill material, our barriers help you reduce labor and equipment rental costs by more than 70% and eliminate the risk of workers’ compensation claims associated with strenuous physical labor.
- Superior ROI: Designed for 3–5 years of reuse, our bags help you reduce high procurement costs and post-event waste disposal expenses.
- ESG Compliance: Our services help governments and businesses navigate rigorous environmental reviews and mitigate the risk of environmental violations.
- Risk Mitigation: Proactive flood prevention measures can provide maximum protection for a company’s assets against water damage and help the company secure more favorable premium discounts when renewing insurance policies or filing claims.
If you’re interested in our sandless sandbags, please contact us directly.
How to Use Water Activated Flood Barriers?
Pre-activation: JACKWIN water-activated flood barriers are in compressed states before use. Our barriers activate within 5 minutes and hold 20 liters of water. You can either soak them in water or rinse them with fresh water.
Placement: You can stack the barriers at designated locations and use the integrated assist handles for quick, easy transport.
Disposal: Unless they are severely damaged, our barriers will shrink back to their original size after being rinsed and air-dried. You can fold them up and store them in a dry place. If severely damaged, our barriers do not contain any toxic or harmful substances and can be disposed of as general household waste.
Storage: Unbroken barriers that have been used can be stored for up to five months after being processed.
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Water Activated Flood Barrier vs Inflatable Flood Tubes
JACKWIN water-activated flood barriers are passive systems that activate upon contact with water and require no external equipment.
JACKWIN inflatable flood tubes must be filled with water or inflated using a water pump or air compressor to take shape.
Feature |
Water Activated Flood Barrier |
Inflatable Flood Barrier |
| Activation Mechanism | Passive water-activated | Active pressure-activated |
| Terrain Adaptability | Extreme Flexibility and Conformity | Limited by Airbag Shape |
| Deployment Speed and Labor | Extremely fast and low-threshold | Requires professional operation |
| Resistance to Physical Damage | Extremely puncture-resistant | Relatively Fragile |
| Storage and Logistics | Extreme Compression Ratio | Bulky and Heavy |
| Price | Low | High |
If you’re looking for a lightweight, hassle-free, and cost-effective flood protection solution, we highly recommend our water-activated flood barriers.
If you’re looking for a more professional solution that can be used in open areas to protect against major flooding, choose our inflatable flood tubes.
Workshop and Production
JACKWIN Factory occupies an area of 4,000 square meters and is equipped with a full range of water activated flood barrier production facilities, enabling assembly line production, including material preparation and filling, non-woven fabric cutting, packaging, and testing. Every step of our process strictly adheres to safety regulations and is conducted under sterile, professional conditions. If you would like to see a detailed video of our production process, please contact us directly.
Our SAP powder undergoes neutralization, continuous photochemical polymerization, granulation and drying, surface cross-linking and immersion screening, followed by automated filling and sealing, to achieve maximum water absorption capacity and water-holding capacity under pressure.
We use industrial-grade cutting tables to precisely cut non-woven fabric that has undergone special anti-mold and UV-resistant treatments. The fabric is then sewn using a high-strength double-stitch process to form flat, rectangular bags. This process ensures that our barriers maintain their tear resistance after being thickened.
We place the filled sandless sandbags in a completely dry environment for vacuum processing to achieve an ultra-thin profile. They are then heat-sealed to completely block out moisture from the air, preventing moisture absorption and clumping during storage.
Our factory randomly samples each batch of barriers to conduct simulated water-induced swelling tests and tensile strength tests, ensuring that the water absorption ratio and test results meet our factory standards.Our barriers ensure consistent quality in every batch.
More Details of Water Activated Flood Barrier
JACKWIN water-activated flood barriers are currently supplied to retailers in over 40 countries across Southeast Asia, Europe, North America, and Australia. If you are interested in our barriers, please send us your specific requirements.
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Water Activated Flood Barrier |
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| Item | Specification |
| Dimensions | 400 mm (L) × 360 mm (W) × 150 mm (H) |
| Color | White |
| Outer Bag Material | Four-in-one ultrasonic polypropylene non-woven fabric |
| Structure | Cube-shaped design |
| Handling Design | Carrying straps attached at four corners |
| Inner Material | Hydrophilic nano-scale SAP (Super Absorbent Polymer) functional material |
| Activation Method | Water absorption activated |
| Expansion Type | Three-dimensional water absorption expansion |
| Application | Flood control, water absorption, emergency flood protection |
| Operation | Easy handling and deployment via four-corner lifting straps |
Testimonials
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Just give accurate/correct measurement and they will do it. Received and i already installed, no problem at all.
JerecyDirector -
Very high quality flood barrier for a very good price. Service from ms. an ni was perfect. She had an answer to every question.
DavidPurchase Manager -
Great surface finish on aluminum. Very close match the the ss304 surface finish.
LunaPurchasing Assistant
JACKWIN water-absorbing flood barriers are mainly used for small-area protection, such as residential doors and windows, and garage entrances, with an average water-blocking height of no more than 10cm. They can withstand low flow velocity pressure.
JACKWIN water-activated flood barriers can provide continuous protection for several months after they swell upon contact with water, depending on environmental temperature and evaporation rate.
- Due to the complexity of its internal superabsorbent polymer material, JACKWIN water-activated flood barriers require strict storage conditions.
- They need to be stored in a dry, well-ventilated, dark place at room temperature, and at least 30cm above the ground.
- Furthermore, they need to be sealed and stacked no more than 5 layers deep to prevent the bottom layers from deforming under pressure.
Yes, JACKWIN sandless sandbags are 9 times faster than traditional sandbags at blocking floods and 4 times faster at building barriers.
We recommend using flood gates or flood doors as an effective measure to protect commercial buildings and residential communities from flooding. JACKWIN water-activated flood barriers are particularly well-suited for preventing water seepage and water damage to buildings.
Yes, JACKWIN water-activated flood barriers are designed specifically for emergency responders. They provide a seamless seal, require no logistical support, and can be operated by a single person.
JACKWIN water-activated flood barriers can absorb rainwater, muddy water, and other turbid water containing silt, sludge, and suspended particles. However, muddy water can also affect the barriers’ water absorption rate and maximum expansion capacity to some extent.
The price of JACKWIN water-activated flood barriers is primarily determined by material costs and the level of customization. The heavier and thicker the barrier, the greater the weight of the SAP filling and the larger the area of the outer fabric, resulting in a higher price. If your order requires the development of custom molds or specialized cutting and sewing, these costs should also be factored into the total price. If you are purchasing in bulk, we can offer volume discounts.
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How to reinforce water-activated flood barriers to prevent flooding?
JACKWIN water-activated flood barriers primarily employ three methods—stack reinforcement, ground sealing reinforcement, and end reinforcement—to further prevent them from being washed away or floating away by water flow.
Stacking Reinforcement
Pyramid Stacking Method: Barriers are stacked in 3, 2, and 1 bags at the bottom, middle, and top, respectively, creating a trapezoidal cross-section.
Staggered Arrangement: The joints of our barriers are staggered between layers to simulate the interlocking structure of a brick wall, evenly distributing water pressure.
Interlayer Compaction: Each barrier is pressed down with pressure to eliminate gaps.
Ground Sealing and Reinforcement
Porous Ground Treatment: We need to pre-lay a plastic film on porous ground, such as concrete or brick, extending it to the top of the barrier, and then secure the bottom with a row of barriers.
Shallow Trench Anchoring: We can dig a shallow trench 10cm deep at the barrier line and embed the barrier into the trench for fixation.
End reinforcement: U-shaped surround: We need to extend barriers outwards to form a U-shape or semi-circle around openings such as doors and windows, rather than stacking them directly on the structure, to avoid pressure concentration.
Corner latches: We need to use special corner pieces or overlapping joints at corners to prevent leakage.