Plastic sheet, protective system - water weirs

Abstract

Characterized by the fact that the innovation - a plastic sheet - picture side 1), is produced in different shapes and configurations, such as in different sizes and weights.

Description

[0001] When necessary flood response operations are needed and in the event of feared flooding, sandbags have so far been used almost exclusively to reinforce dams along streams and rivers. This always requires significant personnel and time expenditure. The entire preparation for preventing or managing dam breaches and flooding—filling the sandbags and the subsequent logistics—is only accomplished with considerable and intensive effort.

[0002] The innovation cited in the claim for protection is based on the problem of implementing the best possible safety precautions in the shortest possible time and with fewer personnel in the event of an acute flood threat. The solution to this problem is achieved with the features specified in claims 1-17.

[0003] The invention: State-of-the-art recycled plastic panels designed as safety elements. They are used during floods to stabilize, secure, and seal dams on streams and rivers. The plastic panels are an ideal solution for these demanding requirements.

[0004] The construction, made of recycled plastic material, is break-resistant and protected from damage by salt water, oil contamination, and frost. (State of the art) In this new design, the surfaces of the plastic panels are treated – roughened / anti-slip. They are equipped with locking elements on both sides. The panels can be joined together with minimal gaps - picture side 1) + 2) - features (1) with (2). Depending on the application, they can be used, for example, in an intermediate layer – for raising the dam upright – as additional protection against flooding, thus providing additional value.

[0005] The innovations bring the expected benefits - as they can be reused and are available for use at short notice. Even in small areas set aside for storage, the plastic panels can be stacked in larger quantities and are available at short notice. It is practical and advantageous to use the device on the panels (connection) - picture side 1) + picture side 2) features (3) + (4) to group the panels together in several units for transport using chains, steel or plastic cables, and hooks installed in the steel webs / brackets (feature 3). A crane vehicle with a boom could, if access permits, place the groupings directly at or on the damaged areas of the dams - whereby stronger, heavier panels could also be used.The designs thus allow for quick decisions about the type of application: “mainly manually with individual plates – or larger, faster deployment with truck support.”

Claims

[01] Characterized by that the innovation - a plastic plate - picture page 1), is produced in different shapes and configurations, as well as in different sizes and weights. [02] Plastic plate, characterized by that it is intended to be used with its equipment as a structural element for securing dams on streams and rivers. [03] Plastic plate, characterized by The base plate (image side 1) has a rectangular format. Depending on requirements, narrower long formats, square, oval, or trapezoidal shapes can be used. [04] Plastic plate, characterized by that it is made from recycled plastic material (state of the art). [05] Characterized by that it is also possible to produce innovations of this shape and equipment using other materials - such as manufacturing in concrete or injection molding using a 3D process. [06] Plastic plate, characterized by that it is equipped with a rough surface for the specific use - as it is less prone to slipping. [07] Plastic plate, characterized by that locking elements - picture side 1) feature (5) are installed in the surface on both sides, which enable a firm stacking - and at the same time the connection of the panels like in a brickwork. [08] Plastic plate, characterized by that the plate has slightly rounded corners and edges in order to prevent the risk of injury to workers during manual use. [09] Plastic plate, characterized by The two long sides of the panel format are partially recessed. The reason for this is the mounting handles (feature (6)) that were inserted at the back. This allows the straight side parts of the individual panels to be joined directly next to each other during installation. [10] Plastic plate, characterized bythat direct connections to groupings - picture side 1) feature (1) to (2) - can be made regardless of the panel's lateral position. When installing in one direction, the panel does not need to be corrected or turned! [11] Plastic plate, characterized by That in the connecting pool, picture side 1) + 2) feature (2), after a short contact surface, followed by a curvature, a recess is formed in which the inserted connecting anchor feature (1) is "embedded," allowing space for the necessary movement, yet preventing an unintentional separation of the coupled panels. This sequence of features is also provided for the second panel side. [12] Plastic plate, characterized by, that picture side 1), for the coupling of the connecting anchor feature (1) with the connecting pool feature (2), in which anchor - for reasons of better holding - a spreading of the shape is designed, whereby the anchor has a loose hold on the sides and top - behind projections on the connecting pool. [13] Plastic plate, characterized by that, as an alternative to the anchor, a hemisphere is embedded in a modified connecting pool in the connecting unit. This will also function, with a looser fit, under identical conditions. The inventor reserves the right to make changes to the design and size of the connecting anchor and connecting pool. [14] Plastic plate, characterized byThe shape and additional supports on the connecting pool (see feature (2) on page 1) ensure that the anchor can hardly separate from the created, loose connection without manual intervention. However, the free space (the looseness) in the connection prevents rigidity between the panels and allows for leveling of unevenness in the subfloor. [15] Plastic plate characterized by that the connecting anchor has a slight curvature in the middle of the top side, as well as on the bottom side, whereby the anchor - by manually lifting - leads to the separation of the plates from the slight lowering of the connecting pool. [16] Plastic plate, characterized by, that the connection of panels is achieved easily and safely using chains, steel or plastic cables, thanks to the device - picture page 1) + 2) features (3) + (4). This connection method also makes it possible to combine several individual panels into transport units. [17] Plastic plate, characterized by that the basic size is approximately L 600 x W 400 x H 150 (length x width x height mm), with a weight of approx. 28 kg. A noticeable advantage for weight reduction as well as increase and the change of sizes are of course made by adjustments to the requirements.

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