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Introducing the first 'Australian Industry Flood Barrier Guideline' 📘 Flood barriers have been proven to be a viable and effective solution for reducing flood risk. Still, their use is a relatively new concept in Australia, which is why Bluemont Pty Ltd are proud to have contributed to this brand new, first edition of the 'Australian Industry Flood Barrier Guideline'.   This comprehensive resource was developed to educate and support both public and private sectors in effective flood mitigation. Created by It has been developed to provide insights into flood barrier functionality, design principles, construction considerations, and installation requirements for various uses and applications.     The guideline covers mobile and demountable temporary flood barriers; buoyant, actuated and manual permanent flood barriers; safety and risk considerations; and maintenance and training. The Australian Industry Flood Barrier Guideline is delivered to you by AWMA Water Control Solutions' FloodFree Flood Barriers team in collaboration with other industry representatives and can be accessed here --> https://lnkd.in/gaSXWr48 #FloodBarrier #NOAQBoxwall #BeaverBarrier #NoFloods #AquaFence #FloodSafety #FloodBarrierGuide #FloodsAustralia #Bluemont Arnaud Diemont, Justin Bear, Paul Hart, Rowan Hodges

As emergency situations like wildfires, industrial fires or nuclear emergencies can happen any time of the day and often take a long time to get under control, our machines are often also deployed at night. In doing so, the submersible pumps can be in open water to provide the fire brigade and emergency services with sufficient water. In these situations good visibility of the submersible pumps is of importance. We recommend using our HFS Signal Light. A high-brightness LED lamp with a peak light output of 100cd. The light can illuminate around 6 hours on a full battery. If you wish to get more information, please contact our sales department. #hytrans #signallight #submersiblepumps #safety

🌊 Restoring Our Coastlines After Cyclone Alfred 🌊 #CycloneAlfred has caused severe coastal erosion, with powerful waves stripping away millions of cubic meters of sand along the NSW and QLD coastlines. As communities recover, effective erosion control is critical to protect infrastructure and natural habitats. Why Rock Bags? ✅ Proven shoreline protection – absorbs wave energy & prevents further erosion ✅ Fast & flexible deployment – no foundation work needed, adapts to any terrain ✅ Eco-friendly – supports marine life and vegetation growth ✅ Long-lasting & cost-effective – durable under extreme conditions Bluemont Pty Ltd’s Rock Bags and Ridgeway Rockbags have already been successfully used at Stockton Beach and other high-risk areas across Australasia and Europe, providing a sustainable and low-maintenance erosion control solution. These permeable, heavy-duty mesh bags filled with rocks create a natural barrier that helps restore and reinforce our coastlines. Let’s work together to protect and rebuild our beaches! 🌏🌊 Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gp5EfFMC Video Credit: https://lnkd.in/gTww3ue3 #CoastalProtection #ErosionControl #Bluemont #RockBags #SustainableSolutions Paul Hart, Justin Bear, Rowan Hodges, Arnaud Diemont, Nicholas Bear

Water Desalination: A Sustainable Solution for Clean Water Access to clean water is becoming more challenging due to climate change, overuse, and pollution. The World Resources Institute released a study in 2023 indicating that over a quarter of the world's population faces extremely high water stress. With freshwater sources depleting and demand rising, desalination offers a reliable solution, especially when powered by renewable energy. What is Water Desalination? Desalination removes salt and impurities from seawater, making it safe for consumption. The two most common methods are: 🔹 Reverse Osmosis (RO): Uses a semi-permeable membrane to filter out salt and contaminants. 🔹 Thermal Distillation: Boils seawater, then condenses the vapor into freshwater. While large-scale desalination plants are common in water-scarce regions, the challenge has always been cost and energy consumption. The Need for Innovation 👨🔬 Traditional desalination is energy-intensive, often relying on fossil fuels. However, solar-powered desalination is changing the game. By harnessing renewable energy, desalination can now be more accessible, affordable, and eco-friendly. Elemental Water Makers Solar Desalination: The Smarter Choice EWM’s solar-powered desalination systems, supplied by Bluemont Pty Ltd, bring efficient and cost-effective freshwater solutions to communities in Australia, New Zealand, and the Pacific Islands. These systems: ✅ Provide 5,000 – 100,000 litres/day ✅ Use reverse osmosis for high-quality water ✅ Lower costs with renewable energy ✅ Reduce environmental impact Water scarcity is real, but solutions exist. Is your community ready for a sustainable water future? Let’s talk about how EWM solar desalination can help, or visit our website for more details --> https://lnkd.in/gVZ2Jx_F Read the rest of the study here --> https://lnkd.in/gNVgRs5G #Desalination #CleanWater #Sustainability #RenewableEnergy #ElementalWaterMakers #Bluemont

NOAQ Boxwall - Faster, Lighter, Easier... Better! When floodwaters rise, every second counts. Traditional sandbags? Heavy, slow, and labour-intensive. The NOAQ Boxwall changes the game. Designed for rapid deployment, these lightweight, self-anchoring barriers can be set up in minutes by just one or two people—no heavy lifting, no complex assembly and NO TOOLS. As water presses against the Boxwall, it holds itself in place, using the flood water's weight to create a seal strong enough for almost any conditions. Don't believe us? Check out the video below of Boxwalls withstanding a huge storm surge in Denmark earlier this year. Why choose NOAQ Boxwalls? ✅ Fast & Easy – Deploy 100 meters in under 25 minutes with just two people! ✅ Lightweight & Compact – The 1m high units are only 15.2kg each, making them easy to store, transport, and set up. ✅ Self-stabilising – Uses water pressure to stay in place. ✅ Reusable & Sustainable – No more wasteful sandbags. Whether it’s protecting homes, businesses, or critical infrastructure, the NOAQ Boxwall is a brighter, more efficient way to stay ahead of flooding. Bluemont Pty Ltd is proud to be the official supplier of NOAQ Boxwalls in Australia and New Zealand so please feel free to get in contact with us. Contact one of our project managers below or check out our website here --> https://lnkd.in/g2Rwcq8S #FloodProtection #NOAQBoxwall #DisasterResponse #Innovation #Bluemont Justin Bear, Rowan Hodges, Arnaud Diemont, Paul Hart, Nicholas Bear

Building Resilient Shores & Thriving Marine Ecosystems – The Eco-Friendly Way 🌏🌊 At Bluemont Pty Ltd, we believe coastal protection and marine biodiversity can go hand in hand. That’s why Bluemont RockBags are designed not just as an erosion control solution but as a foundation for sustainability. A great example of this approach is the Yui Coast fish reef and seaweed farming initiative in Japan. Back in 2008, Ridgeway Rockbags provided durable and permeable RockBag units, which were used as sinkers to support wooden fish reef structures, helping marine life flourish while reinforcing coastal resilience. 🔹 What Makes RockBags Different? ✅ Eco-Friendly & Non-Toxic – Unlike traditional concrete solutions, RockBags are made of marine-safe materials that integrate naturally into the ecosystem. ✅ Encouraging Biodiversity – The interlocking rock structure creates microhabitats for marine species, supporting fish populations and aquatic vegetation. ✅ Adaptable & Sustainable – Ideal for beach erosion, river erosion, pylon scouring and artificial reefs, helping to protect coastlines without harming the environment. As global climate challenges grow, solutions like RockBags offer a way to safeguard marine environments while promoting long-term ecological health. 🌍 If you'd like to learn more about RockBags and their applications, talk to one of our project managers below or visit our website here --> https://lnkd.in/ghv3mdEm #SustainableSolutions #BluemontRockBags #MarineConservation #EcoInnovation #RockBags #ArtificialReef Justin Bear, Paul Hart, Arnaud Diemont, Rowan Hodges, Nicholas Bear

🌀 Cyclone Recovery & Flood Protection: A Smarter Way Forward 🌀 In the wake of the recent #CycloneAlfred, our thoughts are with the communities facing the challenges of recovery. Flooding often follows extreme weather events, and the damage can be devastating, not just to homes and businesses but to entire communities. At Bluemont, we are committed to helping safeguard our nation from various extreme weather threats and believe in practical, fast, and effective protective solutions that help minimise damage and disruption. The NOAQ Flood Protection AB Boxwall is one such innovation, a self-anchoring, lightweight flood barrier that can be rapidly deployed to divert or contain floodwaters. No sandbags, no heavy lifting, not even any tools, just a smarter way to fight floods. As Queensland and Northern New South Wales rebuild, it's crucial to think ahead. How can we better prepare for the next major weather event? How can we protect infrastructure, businesses, and communities more efficiently? Should the focus of councils and government be placed on proactive solutions like sea walls, or do we need a stronger plan for mobile defence systems once the event has already hit? Let’s start the conversation. If you're involved in flood risk management, disaster response, or community planning, we’d love to discuss how Bluemont Pty Ltd's solutions can be part of that plan. #FloodProtection #DisasterResponse #CycloneRecovery #NOAQ #Bluemont #ResilientCommunities #NOAQBoxwall #RockBags #Hytrans Justin Bear, Arnaud Diemont, Paul Hart, Rowan Hodges, Nicholas Bear

🔹 Cyclones & Coastal Protection: The Role of RockBags in Resilient Defences 🔹 With cyclones like Alfred making their presence felt, coastal protection is more crucial than ever. Bluemont RockBags offer a flexible, sustainable solution to mitigate erosion and protect infrastructure, providing three key levels of defence: 🌊 Emergency Protection – Deployed rapidly to reinforce vulnerable areas before or after a storm, stabilising shorelines and safeguarding assets. 🏗️ Minor Toe Protection – A proven method for reinforcing existing structures, limiting undercutting and scouring effects from wave action. 🛡️ Major Sea Defence – When integrated into long-term coastal defence strategies, RockBags provide stable, habitat-friendly barriers that reduce erosion and wave impact. Adaptable and environmentally friendly, RockBags are designed to endure extreme conditions while supporting marine life. Their quick and easy deployment also means you'll save time and money on your next project. As cyclone seasons intensify, investing in smart coastal defences isn’t just a precaution—it’s a necessity. #CoastalProtection #FloodResilience #RockBags #CycloneSeason #Bluemont #CycloneAlfred Justin Bear, Paul Hart, Rowan Hodges, Arnaud Diemont

Protecting Bridges & the Planet—One Rock Bag at a Time! 🌍🌉 Built-in the rock ‘n’ roll era of the 1960s, this Swinging 60s Bridge has stood the test of time but even the strongest infrastructure needs a refresh! After years of flooding and erosion, it was time for a modern makeover. The solution? Bluemont Pty Ltd’s 2-tonne Rock Bags! 🔹 Over 200 Rock Bags were installed to protect the bridge’s foundations from scour 🔹 Made from 100% recycled materials, saving the equivalent of 72,000 plastic bottles from landfill. 🔹 Quick & easy to install—each bag takes just 5 minutes to fill and place! 🔹Low Profile—As you can see in the photo, although Rock Bags are quite large, they blend in extremely well. From 1 to 8-tonne sizes, there’s a Rock Bag to fit any of your scour protection needs, whether that be for bridges, riverbanks, or coastal defences. With decades of proven performance (since Kyowa introduced them in 1987), Rock Bags are the sustainable, cost-effective alternative to traditional concrete solutions. If you'd like to know how many plastic bottles your next project could save, contact us at info@bluemont.com.au or (02) 9091 0360 so we can help you find out! ♻️ Visit our website here --> https://lnkd.in/g6ksx3tK Paul Hart, Arnaud Diemont, Rowan Hodges, Justin Bear #Bluemont #RockBags #BridgeScour #InfrastructureProtection #SustainableEngineering #PlasticWasteReduction

🌊 Bluemont Exhibiting In Auckland! Next week, Bluemont Pty Ltd will be showcasing Rock Bags and Boxwall flood barriers at the 16th Annual Floods, Erosion and Catchment Management Conference in Auckland. This event will be held across the 4th and 5th of March and brings together all the important experts, decision-makers, and innovators dedicated to protecting and managing New Zealand’s precious waterways. 💧 Why visit us? ✔️ See our Rock Bags in action—an innovative, eco-friendly solution for erosion control and scour protection. ✔️ Discover the NOAQ Boxwall—a lightweight, rapid-deployment flood barrier designed to keep water where you want it. ✔️ Talk to Paul Hart—Bluemont will be sending our best so come on down and have a chat with Paul about practical, effective flood and water management solutions. Check out the details for the conference here --> https://lnkd.in/gFEmEs5E Check out our flood and erosion solutions here --> https://lnkd.in/g6ksx3tK If you're attending, come say hi! We’d love to connect and explore how these solutions can support your projects. If you can't make it, feel free to reach out to us with any inquiries at info@bluemont.com.au or give us a buzz on (02) 9091 0360. See you there! 👋 #FloodProtection #ErosionControl #BluemontRockBags #BluemontBoxwall #WaterManagement #NewZealand #FreshwaterConference #Bluemont Justin Bear, Arnaud Diemont, Rowan Hodges NOAQ Flood Protection AB, National Emergency Management Agency (NZ) , Auckland Council, Auckland Transport, NZ Transport Agency Waka Kotahi.