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From the Factory – Hydraulic Tilting Flood Barrier
The latest from the factory floor: A Hydraulic Tilting Flood Barrier fully painted in a custom colour with non-slip epoxy coating on the top surface, to meet client specifications for a shopping centre loading dock. All FloodFree Barriers are custom-designed to meet site requirements, with design specifications including: size, operation, material finish and colour. To…
Reducing Flood Risk for Car Lifts
Corrective action for a flooded lift well is both expensive and time-consuming. Preventing water ingress is a far more effective solution. Pictured is a 5.8m wide Passive Tilting Flood Barrier installed in front of a car lift. This system self-deploys when water enters the drain at the front of the barrier, providing automatic protection without…
Australian Industry Flood Barrier Guideline
Flood barriers have been proven to be a viable and effective solution for reducing flood risk. This guideline provides critical insights into flood barrier functionality, design principles, construction considerations and installation requirements. By equipping stakeholders with essential knowledge, this guideline empowers informed decision-making, ensuring the selection of site-specific flood mitigation solutions that effectively protect people,…
Flood Protection for Rail Corridors Through Levees
Currently in development at the AWMA manufacturing facility is a custom-designed FloodFree Swing Barrier, engineered to provide effective flood protection across railway lines that interrupt town levee systems. These access points have long posed challenges for flood mitigation. In response to growing demand, the FloodFree team is delivering a practical, manually deployed solution designed for…
Understanding Flood Barriers
For stakeholders managing facilities in flood-prone areas, it’s essential to understand how flood barriers are designed, constructed, installed, stored, operated and maintained. Understanding Flood Barriers is key to protecting people, property and assets from the growing threat of storm and flood events. Partnering with the FloodFree team provides access to a turn-key service including early…
25years of Innovation Excellence
FloodFree – Backed by 25 Years of Innovative Excellence In July 2025, AWMA celebrates a 25-year milestone. As a specialist division of AWMA, FloodFree is proud to be supported by a company with a proven track record of innovation, capability, and commitment to quality. This is a reflection of their industry leadership and trusted delivery…