Waterwall Blast Mitigation Systems

This concept comprises a range of self inflating, water-filled structures which are capable of providing a high level of protection to people and property against a range of terrorist devices, including those containing chemical, biological and radiological agents.

Manufactured from poly-vinyl-chloride (PVC) coated fabric, Waterwall structures are internally reinforcedusing a specialized stitching technique to effectively maintain shape and stability. Before use, the structures are partially inflated with air to assist with handling and positioning. They are then filled with water, which displaces the air through a pressure relief valve. The time taken to fill each unit varies depending on its size and the pressure of the water supply but typically takes ten minutes or less. The water can then be emptied out and the unit stored for future use. Waterwall products of varying shapes and sizes have been designed to contain and isolate devicesranging in size from a shoe to a car bomb. These include the Mini Hex Bin, Maxi Hex Bin, Blast Bin and Ram Bag. The structural Stability of theWaterwall design may be large enough to enclose a vehicle of up to seven tons. A range of blast panels that can be linked together and rapidly deployed to lessen the impact of explosions for checkpointsecurity and vehicle search purposes are also available.

• F-BMT-MIB Mini Hex Bin

PVC coated internally reinforced Waterwall hex bin. Standard internal size to exceed IATA package. Stores flat pack in avalise for immediate use. Positioned around the suspect device without the need to handle or move the item. Connect to a water supply and inflate until full. Pressure relief valves ensure that the unit is not over pressurised and indicate when the unit is full of water. Tested to mitigate against 2 kg ( 4.5 lbs) of TNT. Device is effectively isolated until expert help arrives. Has chemical, bacteriological and radiological capabilities with suitable additives added to the water. An inexpensive item with high performance results.

• F-BMT-SB Split Mini Hex Bin

PVC coated internally reinforced Waterwall hex bin. Standard internal size to exceed IATA package. Stores flat pack in avalise for immediate use. Positioned around the suspect device without the need to handle or move the item. Connect to a water supply and inflate until full. Pressure relief valves ensure that the unit is not over pressurized and indicatewhen the unit is full of water. Tested to mitigate against 2kg ( 4.5 lbs ) of TNT. Device is effectively isolated until expert help arrives. Has chemical, bacteriological and radiological capabilities with suitable additives added to the water. This unit can be used when the suspect object is against a wall or obstacle. An inexpensive item with highperformance results.

• F-BMT-MIDIB Midi Hex Bin

PVC coated internally reinforced Waterwall hex bin. Standard internal size to exceed IATA package. Stores flat pack in avalise for immediate use. Positioned around the suspect device without the need to handle or move the item. Connect to a water supply and inflate until full. Pressure relief valves ensure that the unit is not over pressurised and indicate when the unit is full of water. Tested to mitigate against 3 kg ( 6.6 lbs) of TNT. Device is effectively isolated until expert help arrives. Has chemical, bacteriological and radiological capabilities with suitable additives added to the water. An inexpensive item with high performance results.

• F-MHB Maxi Hex Bin

PVC coated internally reinforced Waterwall hex bin. Standard internal size to exceed IATA package. Stores flat pack in a valisefor immediate use. Positioned around the suspect device without the need to handle or move the item. Connect to a watersupply and inflate until full. Pressure relief valves ensure that the unit is not over pressurised and indicate when the unit is full of water. Tested to mitigate against 5 kg ( 11 lbs ) of TNT. Device is effectively isolated until expert help arrives. Has chemical, bacteriological and radiological capabilities with suitable additives added to the water. An inexpensive item with high performance results.