The BoxBarrier can be used for various applications.
The origin of floods can be either overflow of water bodies, such as rivers and canals or extensive rain fall in particular area. Normally rivers and canals are embedded with shores, quays or dikes, which prevent overflow. In case of high river discharges due to the melting of snow or rainfall the height of the dike or shore is not sufficient and temporary heightening of dike/shore is required to prevent flooding of the hinterland. This solution is the most efficient, because it solves the problem at the source.
Logistics are vital for the supply of the economy, so the permanent availability of infrastructure such as airports, motorways and railways is of high importance.
Businesses and home owners can also protect their property their selves by installing the BoxBarrier flood barrier around their property. BoxBarrier and a mobile pump can be stored efficiently in the property or close by the property.
Not only private properties can be protected by the flood barrier, but also public properties such as museums, galleries, churches, castles and other national and local heritage.
Especially in urban areas heavy rainfall can lead to flooding, because large areas are paved and the drainage system cannot handle all the access water. Terraced houses, shops and other businesses can be protected easily with the installation of the BoxBarrier.