Dutchdam-Bold

Dutchdam BV and co-operating businesses can deliver tailor made designs for local challenges in decreasing flood risks. A Dutchdam is a robust flood defence, storage and logistics in one.

Field of application At the top of a sea wall [against overtopping] and in port areas with relatively severe conditions.
Application In case of short lengths removable panels are used and stored in the proximity
Material Aluminum extrusion to Dutchdam design in corrosion-resistant AlMg0,7Si
Traffic load Standard up to 400kN, higher loads on customer’s demand
Dimensions panels Standard length 2400×385 mm system parts. Other lengths optional.
Length barrier Depends on storage facility
Fold height Depends on customer’s demand
Build up Easy to build up flood barrier manually over long lengths.
Hydraulic load Load up to 45 kN / m2 [tested heavier /other loads possible]
Storage In case of limited length, the dam can be stored in a cabin on site, or a garage in the immediate vicinity.
Extra’s No bolts and nuts are needed.  Internally mounted locking devices.
Cover plates for Dutchdam-Bold / -Cento. Material galvanized steel, locked inside

Field of application At the top of a sea wall [against overtopping] and in port areas with relatively severe conditions.
Application For larger lengths then the version with foundation gutter is applied [see PDF]
Material Poured concrete foundation. In case of high traffic load of the cover plates a middle column is possible.
Traffic load  Standard up to 400kN, higher loads on customer’s demand
Dimensions panels Standard length 2400×385 mm system parts. Other lengths optional.
Length barrier Not limited
Fold height Depends on customer’s demand
Build up Operation is done manually, use of magnet tool is possible
Hydraulic load Load up to 45 kN / m2 [tested heavier /other loads possible]
Storage In situ storage in gutter
extra’s Connection with rainwater drain or lower area
No bolts and nuts needed
Cover plates for Dutchdam-Bold / -Cento. Material galvanized steel, locked inside