Frontier Flood Barrier to protect a IAL, Chennai.

The premises of Indian Additives Limited (IAL) were severely impacted by the 2023 floods, with water reaching heights of nearly 80 cm (2.5 feet) within the factory, damaging valuable equipment, machinery, raw materials, finished goods, and office furniture. Lessons from this experience led the management to take proactive measures by installing flood barriers at the main gate and wicket gate. The chosen barrier height of 120 cm (4 feet) was selected to account for potential maximum water levels in the future.

We are grateful for the exceptional support from the management team at Indian Additives Limited in facilitating the installation of flood barriers. Their commitment to safety was exemplary, with each step of the process meticulously planned and executed to uphold the highest standards.

Frontier Flood Barrier team installing the wicket gate of 1.2m x 1.2m

For the main gate, which has a 7.0 m wide opening and a height of 1.2 m, civil work was undertaken on the floor to install a heavy-duty “C-Channel” and ground sockets for removable intermediate columns. The civil support provided was exceptional, showcasing both technical expertise and a proactive approach that ensured challenges were managed smoothly.

fixing of C Channel and intermediate columns

After the successful installation, training was provided to the relevant teams. The session covered safe procedures during flood warnings, removal of flood barriers, and secure storage practices. The maintenance team at IAL also received hands-on experience in setting up the flood barriers.

Flood barriers of 1.2M height at IAL Main Gate, Chennai

Frontier Flood Barrier to protect a IAL, Chennai

This exceptional collaboration of the staff at IAL has significantly contributed to safeguarding our operations and has strengthened our confidence in India Additives Limited as a trusted partner in safety and resilience