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Flood debris catchment nets - Debris flow barrier VX: A cost-effective solution for narrow V-shaped torrents

Our flexible ring net barriers are able to withstand significant dynamic and static loads caused by debris flows or mudflows. They have undergone testing and proven their abilities as a complete system in debris flow tests replicating real-life conditions. We offer two different types of debris flow barrier systems, depending on the channel properties. VX barriers are used in narrow torrents and are anchored in the channel flanks using wire rope anchors or flexible anchor heads. This type of structure is suitable for spans of up to 15 m and construction heights of up to 6 m.

Benefits

Complete systems tested

Complete systems tested

Our barriers are the only debris flow protection solutions to have been tested in large-scale field tests under an extremely wide range of conditions.

Simple to install

Simple to install

Lightweight components reduce the amount of work required during transport and construction. Difficult earthwork is not required and the barriers are easy to adapt to any terrain, offering extra time and cost savings.

DEBFLOW dimensioning tool

DEBFLOW dimensioning tool

Thanks to the quick and efficient dimensioning provided by our special tool, reliable functioning is guaranteed, even with multilevel barriers.

Corrosion and abrasion protection

Corrosion and abrasion protection

Our corrosion protection concept ensures a long lifetime and low system maintenance costs. At exposed points, the ropes are fitted with abrasion protection, which can easily be replaced as necessary.

Documents for Download

Data sheets

System drawings

Product manuals

Declaration of Performance

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Contacts

Roger Moor
Roger Moor
Country Manager Ost- und Zentralschweiz, Liechtenstein
Natural Hazards, Coastal Erosion Protection, Mining / Tunnels
Geobrugg AG
Aachstrasse 11
8590 Romanshorn / Switzerland
René Müller
René Müller
Country Manager Kantone AG BE BL BS FR GE JU NE SO VD VS
Natural Hazards, Mining / Tunnels
Geobrugg AG
Industriestrasse 21
5200 Brugg / Switzerland
Alexander Bittendorfer
Alexander Bittendorfer
Global Project Manager Services
Natural Hazards
Geobrugg AG
Aachstrasse 11
8590 Romanshorn / Switzerland
Isacco Toffoletto
Isacco Toffoletto
Ticino Country Manager
Natural Hazards, Mining / Tunnels
Geobrugg AG Ticino
Stabile Cometal, via Pizzante 7
6595 Riazzino / Switzerland