Flood Control International’s rolling flood gates are ideal for large openings that need to be closed quickly with minimal operational effort. Our gates work on level sills and so are ideal for vehicular and pedestrian openings. There are no below-ground elements that may fill with silt/ debris/ ice that may cause problems with the smooth operation of the gate.
We design our rolling flood gates to suit the layout and geometry of the site. Our gates are just as effective on the ‘dry’ side or ‘wet’ side of a floodwall, with supporting posts that are connected to the groundbeam which is embedded in the base concrete. We have designed double floodgates with swing-out braces which transfer their load down into a slab foundation rather than into the walls each side – this is ideal for larger openings – this system is suitable for openings to 70ft and up to 10ft high.
Our gaskets are EPDM and protected within retainers. They never drag, as they are kept clear of the ground when the gate is moving, so they do not wear out like other gate types’ gaskets. The leakage performance of our gate is also second to none.
Flood Control International’s flood gates are easy to move, with large diameter wheels that are protected within the gate body itself. Operation is usually by manual / 12v or mains winch for gates that are used only in advance of a flood. For some gates which are also used as more frequent access gates we can specify with direct drive motors for push button operation.
We design the floodgates to suit whatever size and layout of opening we need to protect, and to withstand whatever loads are required – hydrostatic, wave loads, impact loads etc..
Our roller floodgates are easy to use, dependable and highly effective.
We provide engineering CAD or PDF drawings of all flood gate installations, to ensure they integrate correctly with the whole scheme designed.
Utility Sites
Utility sites flood protection
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Water of Leith
Flood defences for Edinburgh
The Water of Leith is Edinburgh’s main river, flowing through the heart of the city and out to sea via the Firth of Forth. It has severely flooded several times, causing substantial damage. The City of Edinburgh awarded a…
Wakefield Flood Defences
Wakefield Waterfront regeneration scheme
The Wakefield waterfront has been undergoing a £100m regeneration scheme over recent years. In 2007 Flood Control Limited was commissioned by Capita Symons to design and build flood defences…
James Walker & Co
Cockermouth Factory Site
In 2015 Storm Desmond brought record rainfall to this area of the UK, with over 340mm of rain falling in just 24 hours. The resulting flooding brought the town of Cockermouth to a standstill and caused significant disruption to local…
Water Treatment Works
Maple Lodge Water Treatment Site
Flood Control International (FCI) is a Framework Partner with Thames Water for the design, supply and installation of flood protection solutions to a range of water treatment assets over a number of their at-risk treatment works…
Nairobi Airport
Demountable Flood Barriers
Flash flooding is a serious risk in Nairobi during the twice yearly rainy season. New developments increase the run off from extreme rainfall events and also restrict the downstream capacity for rivers and…
