- Aufbau: viele Helfer, stundenlange Arbeit
- Nach dem Einsatz: Entsorgung als Sondermüll
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Sandsäcke oder BEAVER-Schlauchdamm?
Berechnen Sie, wie viele Sandsäcke Sie für Ihre gewünschte Stauhöhe und -länge bräuchten – und wie wenige BEAVER-Schlauchdämme dieselbe Schutzwirkung erzielen. Denn beim BEAVER übernimmt das Wasser die Arbeit.
Bitte eine Staulänge von mindestens 1 m eingeben (halbe Meter erlaubt, z. B. 12,5).
- Ausrollen, anschließen, mit Wasser füllen – ca. 100 m pro Stunde
- Wiederverwendbar, keine Entsorgungskosten
Sandsackbedarf nach THW-Berechnungsmethode (Pyramidenaufbau, Richtwerte). Tatsächlicher Bedarf kann je nach Untergrund und Einbausituation abweichen. BEAVER-Produktdaten: Herstellerangaben für Doppelelemente (ca.-Werte, Stand 08/2025).
Quickly ready for deployment
Mobile flood protection - fast
The BEAVER tube dam system is particularly fast in real incidents because it works with water against water and can be deployed on almost any surface without extensive preparation.
The dams can be stored compactly, deployed quickly with few personnel, and connected seamlessly into long lines using identical modules
– realistically around 100 meters per hour with 2 firefighters and 3–4 helpers, including filling
Modular dual-chamber system
Flexible expandability
BEAVER tube dams can be extended seamlessly and almost without limit using identical system elements.
This is made possible by the dual-chamber system with firmly connected, offset ends that interlock and transfer forces safely.
No loose connecting parts, ground anchors, or additional nets are needed; the modules are simply joined together and then filled.
This allows crews to scale the protection length to the situation within minutes – from short building protection sections to long line and levee sections
Stable hold on uneven surfaces
Solid footing
Thanks to the water-filled dual-chamber system, the BEAVER tube dam lies flat and heavy on the ground – "water against water".
The offset, firmly connected ends interlock and transfer forces safely; additional anchors are generally not required.
The tube dam remains dimensionally stable even on uneven terrain, tolerates faster-flowing water and debris, and withstands undercutting considerably better than rigid systems.
Land and property protection, reservoirs, firewater retention
Versatile areas of application
BEAVER tube dams not only secure long lines and levee raisings on a wide variety of surfaces during floods and high water, they are also suitable for acute heavy rain, burst pipes, temporarily impounding and calming water, and protecting critical infrastructure and urban areas.
Thanks to fast setup, modular extendability, and rugged construction, they are used worldwide by fire departments, civil protection, the military, and industry; they can also be used to retain and control (contaminated) firewater.
Flood protection stowed compactly
Easy storage
BEAVER tube dams can be rolled up compactly and require minimal storage space compared to sandbags.
While sandbags require large, permanent stockpiles, material resupply, and disposal logistics, tube dams are space-saving, quickly ready for transport, and stored without loose parts.
This reduces storage space, simplifies logistics, and increases operational readiness – especially when things have to move fast.
Many years of experience
Proven in practice
BEAVER tube dams have been used in real emergencies worldwide for years – by fire departments, civil protection, the military, industry, and critical infrastructure.
With over 150 km of system length in the field, EVH certification, and numerous documented deployments, they stand out for fast setup, high stability, and reliable performance under real conditions.
The result: less damage, safe procedures, and maximum operational reliability.
Sandbags are hazardous waste
Cost savings
Sandbags cause high disposal costs after use because they can be considered contaminated waste:
After contact with floodwater, mud, oil, sewage, or chemicals, the sand and casing can no longer be cleanly separated or reused and must be properly disposed of in accordance with EU regulations.
Replacing sandbags
More cost-effective than sandbags
Sandbags involve high overall effort: they are slow to set up and remove and require many personnel, logistics, and material – one linear meter of sandbags costs around €690 including disposal, with about 70% of that for disposal.
BEAVER tube dams are reusable and require no heavy equipment, less personnel, and almost no disposal – so their life cycle costs are considerably lower than those of sandbags.
Individual analysis
Protection at your site
We come to you, analyze hazards and surfaces directly on site, and recommend the right mobile flood protection solution – from line protection to building protection. On request with training, tactical recommendations, and a logistics concept, so you can act quickly and safely in an emergency. Hands-on consulting and training are an integral part of what we offer.