Albers Alligator Technical Specifications
Heavy-duty flexible reservoirs engineered in the Netherlands with 1100 g/m² PVC-coated fabric, designed for rapid deployment and immediate wildfire resilience in remote locations.
Designed for extreme environments
Material Integrity
The 1100 g/m² high-tensile polyester core is coated with double-sided PVC, offering extreme UV resistance and structural stability in temperatures exceeding fifty degrees.
Standard Connections
Equipped with high-flow industrial valves compatible with standard Portuguese firefighting operations and civil protection rapid-fill equipment.
Engineered for compliance
Detailed physical and mechanical properties of the Albers Alligator flexible water reservoir, certified for critical infrastructure protection.
Material Data
Deployment
Valves & Flow
Setup Time: Under 30 minutes
Base Fabric: 1100 g/m² High-Tensile Polyester
Standard Valve: 4-inch or 6-inch Storz
Ground Prep: Flat, debris-free soil or sand
Coating: Double-sided PVC
Compatibility: Firefighting transfer pumps
Anchoring: Self-stabilizing water weight
Tensile Strength: 4000 N / 50 mm
Air Release: Automatic venting valves
Warranty: 10-Year European Warranty
Temperature Range: -30°C to +70°C
Drainage: Low-point drain flange
Frequently Asked Questions:
What is the Albers Alligator Flexible Water Reservoir?
It is a rapid, cost-effective, and highly durable solution designed to create temporary or permanent tactical water supply points wherever they are needed. It acts as a strategic water resource to strengthen wildfire resilience, emergency response capabilities, and critical infrastructure protection.
How do these reservoirs assist Bombeiros and civil protection teams?
For Bombeiros, these reservoirs enable the creation of tactical water supply points located close to wildfire incidents, which significantly reduce refill times and improve overall operational efficiency. Furthermore, they are designed to be fully compatible with existing firefighting operations and water transfer systems.
Why should Solar Parks and BESS facilities invest in these reservoirs?
Remote solar parks and BESS installations face significant risks if they lack immediate access to water in the event of a fire emergency. Deploying these reservoirs provides an independent water reserve that directly supports fire protection plans, helping facility operators meet stringent safety requirements and emergency preparedness objectives.
Are these suitable for large rural estates without existing water infrastructure?
Yes, the reservoirs are an ideal, cost-effective alternative for rural areas and municipalities. They provide scalable emergency water storage in remote locations where building permanent infrastructure would be either entirely unavailable or cost-prohibitive.
How durable is the reservoir in a harsh, demanding environment?
The reservoirs are manufactured in the Netherlands to premium European quality standards using a heavy-duty 1100 g/m² PVC-coated polyester fabric. They are highly UV-resistant and specifically engineered to withstand harsh environments and provide long-term reliability.
How quickly can the reservoirs be deployed to a site?
They are specifically designed for fast deployment in remote locations. Because they can be compactly stored and transported, they offer a highly portable water storage solution without the cost, delay, or complexity of constructing permanent facilities.
What kind of warranty is provided with the reservoirs?
Because they are built using proven technology for demanding environments and long-term reliability, every reservoir comes with a 10-year warranty.
Are there different sizes available for different property types?
Yes, the flexible water reservoirs are custom-made to order, in a wide range of capacities, sizes, and configurations to perfectly suit your specific site conditions, operational requirements, and project specifications
Secure your water supply
Request a custom engineering assessment and capacity layout from an Aguasolutions engineer to meet your site's specific wildfire protection requirements.