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Everything You Need to Know ABOUT WATER FILLED BARRIERS in Australia
What is a Water Filled Barrier / Water Road Barrier?
A Water Filled Barrier, also known as a water road barrier or water barrier, is a temporary barrier used primarily for: traffic control, crowd control, and sectioning off specific areas. Some varieties can also aid in helping to stop, contain and re-direct an impacting vehicle, making them a vital tool for traffic management and crash protection. See our Shield 1 Water Filled Barrier which is approved for road use by Road Authorities, Australia wide.
What are Water Filled Barriers made of?
Water Filled Barriers are made of a flexible, lightweight material like high-density polyethylene (HDPE) and are filled with water to create weight and stability. Water Filled Barriers are easy to transport, set up, and manoeuvre due to their lightweight design when empty. They often have interlocking mechanisms or connecting pins allowing for creation of custom length barriers to suit your needs.
Where are Water Filled Barriers commonly used?
- Traffic Management: Water Filled Barriers such as our Shield 1 Barrier are frequently used on construction sites, road works, and accident zones to separate traffic lanes, protect workers, and divert vehicles. In these situations, they may be used in conjunction with traffic cones, signage and temporary fence.
- Crowd Control: Useful for managing crowds at events, festivals, or demonstrations by creating designated walkways or separating different areas. Our KI 1000 is an ideal pedestrian delineator or our more economical X-Stream Water Filled Barrier.
- Site Security: Water Filled Barriers can be used to secure restricted areas at construction sites, warehouses, or other locations.
Benefits of Water Filled Barriers
- Cost-effective: More affordable compared to concrete barriers, especially for temporary applications.
- Portable: When empty, they are lightweight and easy to transport and deploy without heavy machinery.
- Simple to install
- Flexibility: Can be used in various configurations to suit different needs.
- Safety: When filled, the water provides a significant weight to absorb impact, offering protection in case of a low-speed collision. Some water-filled barriers, such as our Shield 1 Barrier are even crash-rated for specific impact zones.
Additional factors to consider?
Always consult with your local authorities or project engineers to ensure the barriers comply with any specific regulations regarding crash ratings or visibility requirements.
If using your Water Filled Barrier for road use, Water Barrier System End Treatments must be used at the end of any installation where there is oncoming traffic approaching. Site HQ, supplies Shield 1 crash rated Water Filled Barrier End Treatments that are compatible with our Shield 1 Water Filled Barrier System.
For uneven or soft ground surfaces, Water Filled Barriers might not be the most stable option. Contact us today on 1300 748 347 to find out if Water Filled Barriers are the appropriate solution for your needs.
How do I fill up a Water Filled Barrier?
Due to their lightweight design, Water Filled barriers are easy to transport and install. Filling and emptying a Water Filled Barrier is easy. Once your barrier is in place it can be simply filled using a water cart or hose.
When to add fence tops on top of Water Filled Barriers
It is recommended to install fence tops on top of Water Filled Barriers in situations where extra height is needed for increased security and safety. Not only will the fence provide added visibility but, they can also be used to display custom signage, giving you the opportunity to display safety signs, or promote your construction project or event. Fence tops can also help to create privacy. Our Water Filled Barriers come with top apertures for the easy installation of extended mesh fence top panels. At Site HQ, we have a range of fence tops suitable for a number of our Water Filled Barriers.
To find out more about our Water Filled Barriers please watch our Guide to Water Filled Barrier video.
Can I pick up Water Filled Barriers myself in Australia?
At Site HQ, we have FREE delivery in metro areas on all orders over $900*. We also offer a Click and Collect service from our branches. Find your nearest branch.
*Excludes Crane & Tailgate deliveries and only applies to online orders
