‘Fighting Water with Water’ ‐ Temporary Flood Protection

This seminar, is sponsored by BAM Infraconsult, a Dutch engineering company, part of Royal BAM Group and sister company of BAM Indonesia. For centuries the Dutch have been living in a delta, which lies below sea level, resulting in a long history with water and flood management. The Dutch had to be inventive to protect themselves and their belongings against high waters. Various flood protection measures have been developed over the years. Although striving to prevent all floods The Netherlands, just like many other parts of the world, has experienced local flooding in recent years. This requires quick and temporary measures to control flooding and minimize the impact on the community.

During the INA event BAM Infraconsult will introduce the BoxBarrier®, a new temporary flood defense system that is characterized by its flexibility and easiness. Leading officials and decision makers of Department of Public Works and the Jakarta City Administration, and representatives of the real estate and property development industry will take part in the event. They are able to witness a demonstration of how easily the BoxBarrier® can be handled.

The BoxBarrier® is a Dutch innovation which can replace sand bags or other temporary measures to prevent flooding.

The BoxBarrier® is a very effective temporary flood defense system, which can be used to temporarily heighten the crest of a dike, or to make a temporary dam on flat terrain. The concept of the BoxBarrier® is characterized by its easiness and fast deployment. It makes use of its opponent: retaining water with water.

After assembly, the BoxBarrier® is ready for all types of floods up to 50 cm! To protect people, investment, property or your home. The representatives from BAM Infraconsult in Indonesia, Mr Michael Burghardt and Mr Martijn Meijer, will demonstrate the working of BoxBarrier®.

Further information: m.burghardt@baminfraconsult.co.id.