Reusable flood barrier – ready in minutes
TubeBarrier is a self-filling, reusable flood barrier that replaces up to 670 sandbags per 10 meters. Developed in the Netherlands, tested by TU Delft and BRIGAID, and used across Europe for fast flood protection.
Unlike traditional solutions, TubeBarrier is quick to deploy without tools or power. It’s built for climate change and increasingly extreme weather. From flash floods to rising rivers or emergency protection of infrastructure – TubeBarrier is a proven, cost-effective and sustainable solution tested under real conditions.
Why choose TubeBarrier?
- ✅ Deploy 100 meters in under an hour with 4 people
- ✅ Self-filling with water – no pumps or power needed
- ✅ Reusable for 20+ years – saving costs and reducing waste
- ✅ Compact to store – 160×100×60 cm per 10 meters folded
- ✅ Certified by TU Delft and BRIGAID
TubeBarrier vs. sandbags
Replace 670 sandbags with just one TubeBarrier. Save on labor, weight, cost, and storage space.
- 💡 1 TubeBarrier = 670 sandbags
- ⚖️ Weight: 75 kg vs. 13,400 kg
- ⏱️ Setup: Minutes instead of hours
- 📦 Storage: 90% less space required
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Who uses TubeBarrier?
🏠 Homeowners
Protect homes, garages, and gardens quickly and efficiently. No sandbags, no digging, no tools. TubeBarrier can be stored compactly and deployed within minutes – ideal for flash floods or water rising from ditches and rivers. Many homeowners use TubeBarrier to secure entrances, driveways, or garden gates. With minimal weight and quick connection of units, anyone can use it.
Learn more🏥 Hospitals
Keep emergency rooms, supply areas, and basements safe from unexpected flooding. Hospitals must continue to operate under extreme weather, and TubeBarrier offers fast and effective flood protection that doesn’t require electricity, manpower, or technical training. After use, the barriers can be drained and reused for the next event.
How it works for hospitals🚒 Emergency Services
Deploy up to 100 meters in one hour with just a small team. TubeBarrier is the ultimate rapid response tool in times of emergency. Firefighters, civil defense, and first responders benefit from the ease of transport, flexible use on different surfaces, and proven effectiveness. Combine multiple barriers on-site, or protect critical zones within minutes.
Installation examples🌉 Municipalities & Water Authorities
Tested with TU Delft, Flood Proof Holland, and BRIGAID, TubeBarrier is ideal for urban flood zones, maintenance teams, and public infrastructure. It fits in small utility vans and requires no machines to deploy. Save budgets and reduce CO₂ emissions with this long-lasting alternative to sandbags. See how Dutch municipalities and European pilots integrated TubeBarrier in flood scenarios.
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