TrapBag Solutions in Ireland
Rapid-Deployment Flood Barriers
Emergency response crews can deploy TrapBag® for flood protection in a fraction of the time of traditional sandbags. Designed to withstand immense water pressure and wave action, these rapid-deployment barriers keep floodwaters away from vulnerable infrastructure and out of neighbourhoods and natural areas.
For city- and county-level organisations throughout Ireland, TrapBag® is a stronger, faster approach to flood protection when every second counts.
Learn More »Erosion Control
Due to the ongoing effects of climate change, agricultural activity, and human intervention, Ireland’s riverbanks are at risk of washing away. While this is a natural process, it can destroy natural habitats for wildlife if exacerbated.
TrapBag® erosion barriers preserve vulnerable riverbanks and protect coastal areas from Blacksod to Wexford from deterioration.
Learn More »Projects
Who We Serve In Ireland
We serve multiple industries in Ireland with our property, environment, and life-saving barriers.
Construction & Infrastructure Projects
TrapBag® prevents chemical spills and detains stormwater on construction sites because it’s just as good at trapping water in as it is at keeping water out.
Engineers and project managers worldwide use TrapBag® to comply with stormwater and runoff regulations by using it to build detention pools and ponds.
Learn More »Coastal & Civil Engineers
Coastal roadways, water treatment centres, and other infrastructure are vulnerable to damage during shoreline flooding events. TrapBag® is a safe, cost-effective way to protect these structures and prevent catastrophic damage.
Learn More »Emergency Management Crews
When every second counts ahead of the storm, emergency management crews trust TrapBag for fast, reliable flood protection. Barriers can be deployed in a matter of hours, while offering better defence than traditional sandbags.
Learn More »Environmental Protection Projects
Ireland’s sand dunes and salt marshes are at risk of disappearing forever without intervention. TrapBag® provides temporary or long-term protection that environmental groups can use to keep these wondrous natural habitats from washing away.
Learn More »Marine Services
As stackable barriers, TrapBag® can withstand the ocean’s wave action and minimize the effects of erosion for ports, marinas, and offshore structures like wind farms.
Learn More »What's At Stake?
River Flooding Nationwide
Although it can happen anywhere in Ireland, the west of Ireland and the estuaries of the River Shannon are particularly vulnerable to flooding. River floods can damage nearby homes, destroy farmland, and put lives at risk.
Coastal & Beach Erosion
Roughly 20% of Ireland’s entire coast is at risk of erosion, with both the east and west coasts vulnerable to degradation. Coastal storms are also making the potential damage from changing sea levels even worse.
Coastline Flooding
Some of Ireland’s most beloved and world-renowned features are at risk of disappearing or washing away due to both topography and worsening weather patterns. As sea levels continue to rise, more populations and infrastructure in coastal cities like Dublin, Cork, and Galway will be at risk of flooding disasters during storms.
Why Choose TrapBag®?
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Fast Deployment
A team of two individuals and a third person operating a skid steer or small backhoe can complete a 100-foot (approximately 30-metre) TrapBag barrier within one hour. This gives emergency crews precious time to get others or themselves to safety during a flood emergency.
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Reliable Strength
TrapBag uses geotextile technology to hold back tons of water pressure and keep people and properties safe. Each cell supports its neighbours when you fill it with sand or washed gravel.
This also helps it withstand localized damage if a single cell is compromised, unlike traditional sandbag walls, which can collapse altogether and cost millions in damage.
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Efficient Design
Every TrapBag® flood barrier cell is engineered with a pentagonal shape that concentrates 60% of its mass in the bottom half. With built-in stability, it enables faster, less labour-intensive installation when time is running short and weather conditions are challenging.
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Tried & Tested
Over 1,000 miles of TrapBag® have been installed worldwide as erosion control and temporary flood protection barriers. Tested by the United States Army Corps of Engineers and relied upon by state and municipal governments worldwide, they are a proven system for protecting Irish neighbourhoods and towns from flood disasters.
How TrapBag Compares to:
Sandbags have been a tried-and-true method of repelling floodwaters for thousands of years. However, they’re labour-intensive and have a high margin of error compared to improved systems like TrapBag®.
These barriers are designed to be filled with water and create enough weight and pressure to divert floodwaters from buildings and infrastructure. However, most water barriers aren’t more than a few feet tall and can’t stand up to wave action.
TrapBag barriers start at 1.2 meters tall and can be stacked on top of each other during major flooding events. Their solid fill design provides stability and resilience in the face of wave action and rapids.
Flood walls and floodgates are frequently used in low-lying or flood-prone areas across Ireland to protect at-risk locations from flood damage. While many are permanent, others are temporary and deployed for short-term emergencies. However, they can also be costly and challenging to implement on time.
TrapBag® offers a more affordable, flexible alternative for temporary or permanent flood protection.
