You need to determine the length of an area you want to protect, the expected height of the flood and the velocity of the flow. Based on these factors, the thickness and height of the wall, along with the length will allow you to estimate the number of Ultra-Flood Stoppers you will need, based on the length of the Ultra-Flood Stoppers chosen. It is better to use more Ultra-Flood Stoppers than less to ensure the system you build meets the demands of the expected flood event.

Once the threat of a flood is gone, remove the Ultra-Flood Stoppers and dispose of properly (Standard refuse pick-up is normally acceptable).

Never use salt water to activate the Ultra-Flood Stoppers as it will negatively affect the Ultra-Flood Stoppers ability to activate and swell. Only use fresh water. Wrap walls in plastic sheeting to minimize saltwater contact if used where salt water may be present in the flood waters. Avoid use where calcium and lime may be present.

If there could be road salt coming in contact with the Ultra-Flood Stoppers, activate and set the Ultra-Flood Stoppers in place on top of plastic sheeting that is long enough and wide enough to fit under the Ultra-Flood Stoppers and can wrap up and over the Ultra-Flood Stoppers wall facing the road salt and tuck the excess plastic wraps in between sides of the Ultra-Flood Stoppers facing away from the road salt. Road salt will negatively affect the Ultra-Flood Stoppers.

They are not reusable. Once the storm event is over and/or the flooding subsides they should be disposed of.

Yes, activate and set the Ultra-Flood Stoppers in advance of freezing temperatures. Do not move the Ultra-Flood Stoppers if frozen to prevent damage and loss of contents.

Ultra-Flood Stoppers can be used to hold back water, oil, and some chemicals.

Ultra-Flood Stoppers will activate faster if there is more water in the bin or temporary pool as the head pressure of the water will speed up the activating and fill process. Multiple units placed into a smaller container will slow the activation time. Agitating/moving the Ultra-Flood Stoppers when in bins of water a few times during filling will help speed up the process. Normally you can expect a fill time of 2.5 to 5 minutes on the factors mentioned above.

No. Driving over activated Ultra-Flood Stoppers is not recommended as they can be damaged and unusable. Avoid driving over the Ultra-Flood Stoppers in any stage of activation.

Ultra-Flood Stoppers can be kept in cool, dry storage for years, prior to use. Keep the Ultra-Flood Stoppers in the sealed poly bags for best results.

The inside contents (super absorbent polymer) of the Ultra-Flood Stoppers can be removed prior to disposing of the Ultra-Flood Stoppers and used as a soil amendment to help retain water in gardens and landscaping.

Use Ultra-Flood Stoppers at your own risk. Since the company cannot oversee the proper deployment of Ultra-Flood Stoppers, it can assume no responsibility for water or any other damage due to the use of the product.